This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which LJ West Diamonds collects, uses, maintains and discloses information collected from users (each, a "User") of the www.LJ West Diamonds.com website ("Site"). This privacy policy applies to the Site and all products and services offered by LJ West Diamonds.

Personal identification information
We may collect personal identification information from Users in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when Users visit our site, register on the site, subscribe to the newsletter, fill out a form, and in connection with other activities, services, features or resources we make available on our Site. Users may be asked for, as appropriate, name, email address, mailing address, phone number. Users may, however, visit our Site anonymously. We will collect personal identification information from Users only if they voluntarily submit such information to us. Users can always refuse to supply personally identification information, except that it may prevent them from engaging in certain Site related activities.

Non-personal identification information
We may collect non-personal identification information about Users whenever they interact with our Site. Non-personal identification information may include the browser name,
the type of computer and technical information about Users means of connection to our Site, such as the operating system and the Internet service providers utilized and other similar information.

Web browser cookies
Our Site may use "cookies" to enhance User experience. User's web browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. User may choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If they do so, note that some parts of the Site may not function properly.

How we use collected information
LJ West Diamonds may collect and use Users personal information for the following purposes:

• - To improve customer service
  Information you provide helps us respond to your customer service requests and support needs more efficiently.
• - To personalize user experience
  We may use information in the aggregate to understand how our Users as a group use the services and resources provided on our Site.
• - To improve our Site
  We may use feedback you provide to improve our products and services.
• - To run a promotion, contest, survey or other Site feature
  To send Users information they agreed to receive about topics we think will be of interest to them.
• - To send periodic emails
  We may use the email address to send User information and updates pertaining to their order. It may also be used to respond to their inquiries, questions, and/or other requests. If User decides to opt-in to our mailing list, they will receive emails that may include company news, updates, related product or service information, etc. If at any time the User would like to unsubscribe from receiving future emails, they may do so by contacting us via our Site.

How we protect your information
We adopt appropriate data collection, storage and processing practices and security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure or destruction of your personal information, username, password, transaction information and data stored on our Site.

Sensitive and private data exchange between the Site and its Users happens over a SSL secured communication channel and is encrypted and protected with digital signatures.

Sharing your personal information
We do not sell, trade, or rent Users personal identification information to others. We may share generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personal identification information regarding visitors and users with our business partners, trusted affiliates and advertisers for the purposes outlined above.We may use third party service providers to help us operate our business and the Site or administer activities on our behalf, such as sending out newsletters or surveys. We may share your information with these third parties for those limited purposes provided that you have given us your permission.

Third party websites
Users may find advertising or other content on our Site that link to the sites and services of our partners, suppliers, advertisers, sponsors, licensors and other third parties. We do not control the content or links that appear on these sites and are not responsible for the practices employed by websites linked to or from our Site. In addition, these sites or services, including their content and links, may be constantly changing. These sites and services may have their own privacy policies and customer service policies. Browsing and interaction on any other website, including websites which have a link to our Site, is subject to that website's own terms and policies.

Changes to this privacy policy
LJ West Diamonds has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, we will send you an email. We encourage Users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personal information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.

Disclaimer:
The information contained in on this website is believed to be from reliable sources, however LJ West Diamonds is not an investment advisor, nor is it licensed to give investment advice. LJ West Diamonds does not give, nor does it purport to give, investment advice. Potential investors should seek independent advice and consult a wide range of sources before making a decision to purchase.

Your acceptance of these terms
By using this Site, you signify your acceptance of this policy and terms of service. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.

Contacting us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this site, please contact us at:
LJ West Diamonds
www.ljwestdiamonds.com
info@ljwestdiamonds.com
212-997-0940
 

L.J. West Diamonds - Responsible Jewellery Council

Supply Chain Policy 

This Policy shows L.J. West Diamonds Inc. commitment and its expectations for its product suppliers regarding actions to address conflict minerals including diamonds. The group reviews this policy annually. L.J. West Diamonds Inc. expects its suppliers to have policies and due diligence measures that will enable us to reasonably assure that products and components supplied to us containing conflict free minerals and metals.

We, being a responsible business entity, support the goal of the Dodd-Frank Act of preventing armed groups in the conflict affected countries from benefitting from the sourcing of conflict minerals and metals from that region.

L.J. West Diamonds Inc. is committed to working with its suppliers to educate them on these matters and concerning steps they can take to obtain increased transparency regarding the origin of minerals and metals contained in the products they manufacture and sell to Fairway Diamonds Inc.

L.J. West Diamonds Inc. reserves the right to evaluate the extent to which a supplier has failed to reasonably comply with this Policy.

L.J. West Diamonds Inc. reserves the right to request additional documentation from its suppliers regarding the origin of any Conflict Minerals included in any diamonds sold to L.J. West Diamonds Inc. Suppliers who do not reasonably comply with this Policy shall be reviewed by L.J. West Diamonds Inc. for future business.

Policy – Sourcing

L.J. West Diamonds Inc. is committed to ensuring that our supply chain is free of any diamond which was procured for the support or benefit of armed and anti-social conflict groups or involving serious abuses of human rights and non-compliant with OECD Guidelines.

L.J. West Diamonds Inc. clearly criticizes such activity and will reject any material which we believe was obtained involving serious human rights violations or which benefitted or supported armed rebels or terrorist groups through illegal finance or other activities.

The company shall carry out risk assessment for its supply chain and shall not enter into any business relationship or if may require then shall suspend/discontinue the engagement with any such supplier involved in dealing with Conflict-Affected and High-Risk areas, Any form of Human Rights Violation; Torture, Cruel, In-Human and Degrading Treatment; Forced/Compulsory Labor; Child Labor; Abuses such as widespread Sexual Violence; War Crimes; other serious violations of International Humanitarian Law, Crime against Humanity; Genocide and/or To Bribe or To be Bribed. We strictly condemn and prohibit any Direct/Indirect support to public/private security forces which illegally Control, Tax or Extort money from Mining Sites, Transportation Routes and Upstream Sectors.

The Company shall carry out due diligence to assess risks related to procurement from the Conflict affected and high-risk areas – CAHRAs and shall always source from compliant miners/traders.

We shall always set reasonable efforts to source Diamonds from Conflict-Free Sources and require our direct and indirect suppliers to do the same; We strive to work supportively with our customers and supply chain partners in implementing conflict-free product compliance programs.

Policy – Due Diligence and Risk Assessment

The company shall always undertake to ensure that the extraction and trade of Diamonds support peace and development and not conflict.

L.J. West Diamonds Inc. remains committed to enhance its Supply Chain Due Diligence and risk assessment program through internal review and external assessments. We have zero tolerance policy for the supplier violating OECD due diligence guideline and we shall immediately stop commercial relationship if any of our business associates found non-compliant or High-Risk during our internal/external risk assessment.

Currently, L.J. West Diamonds Inc. procures its diamonds from suppliers involved in ethical business practice. However, we have established a strong due diligence process, and we shall review it as an when we observe significant risk or upon receipt of any grievance or complaint but in normal course, we shall carry our due diligence process on annual basis.

RJC Compliance Policy

The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) is a not-for-profit organization with the following mission: “To advance responsible ethical, social and environmental practices, which respect human rights, throughout the diamond and gold jewellery supply chain, from mine to retail” RJC’s “Code of Practices” defines responsible ethical, human rights, social, and environmental practices, applicable to all RJC members.

L.J. West Diamonds Inc. is a member of RJC and is fully committed to the Code of Practices.

We strongly encourage all our business partners to follow and implement the various requirements of the RJC system. More information about the Program is available on the internet site http://www.responsiblejewellery.com.

We encourage your co-operation in adopting the standard and ensuring that the entire diamond industry is seen as a role model in setting high standards with respect to business, social and environmental responsibilities.

Grievance Mechanism

Our employees, suppliers and other parties can report concerns and alleged violations of supplychain/sourcing/due diligence/Ethical Business policy/Financial Offence/Provenance claim as follows: Email: scott@ljwestdiamonds.com

Reports can be made anonymously and will be fully kept confidential practicable and allowed by law. We will not take any retaliatory action against our employees, suppliers, or other parties who make a report in good faith.
Our suppliers are encouraged to contact scott@ljwestdiamonds.com if they wish to seek guidance on the application of this Policy.

Supply chain due diligence and Risk Assessment Report

L.J. West Diamonds Inc. has done the supply chain due diligence and risk assessment, Overall risk for all suppliers is low and they were found free from any business relationship with conflict affected and high-risk areas. Supplier risk assessment report available with compliance team.