Last week, Le Laboratoire Français de Gemmologie and the Haute Ecole de Joaillerie were delighted to take an active part in the CIBJO 2025 Congress, particularly in the ‘Education’ session, which focused on the future of training in jewellery and gemmology.
This exchange between Kenneth Scarratt, Dean of the CIBJO Academy, and the directors of jewellery schools and gemmology laboratories highlighted a strong message: the transmission of knowledge is key to maintaining a transparent, responsible and sustainable sector through new educational formats and a broader discourse on the culture, origin and history of gemstones.
Training means sharing a passion
As Aurélien Delaunay, director of the LFG, pointed out, ‘gemmology education must nurture students’ curiosity and passion. It is by revealing the beauty and uniqueness of each gem that we train the professionals of tomorrow.’
‘Students’ technical skills must also be continuously assessed,’ emphasises Michel Baldocchi, Director of the HEJ. This is why a wide variety of new jewellery and gemmology programmes exist in France, offering more choice to those wishing to enter or grow in this sector.
The LFG and HEJ are proud to contribute to this collective international dynamic, where knowledge, transparency and excellence combine to advance the jewellery and gemmology professions.
We warmly thank CIBJO and all the speakers for this exciting and crucial week. Together, let us continue to promote jewellery and gemmology under the banner of sustainability, responsibility and transparency.
