Choosing Natural Stone - Ethically
Being fully aware of the inhumane practices that exists in parts of the world, Natural Paving Products has made a firm commitment to demonstrate to our industry just how natural stone mining should be conducted success- fully and ethically.
We are a part of the Ethical Training Initiative (ETI) and ask that when you purchase your natural stone products, you ensure they are ethically sourced.
By only purchasing ethically sourced stone you will help to ensure that:
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Child labour is not used for the quarrying of stone, allowing children to instead get an education, which then allows their parents to get work in the quarries.
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The working conditions in which the stone was mined are safe and hygienic.
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Fair wages are paid to the workers who quarry the stone.
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The hours of work are not excessive.
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Workers are treated in a fair and humane way.
Understanding the importance of ethical sourcing is vital. By supporting and working with the ETI, we can help to eradicate not only child labour in the stone industry, but also inhumane and unsafe working conditions for all stone workers. By sourcing stone ethically, we are helping more children get into schools, giving them the best possible start to life, whilst also giving their parents the opportunity to have a secure and safe job.
Natural Paving Products has engaged with Kailash Satyarthi, an Indian children’s rights and education advocate and an activist against child labour. He founded the Bachpan Bachao Andolan (BBA Save the Childhood Movement) in 1980 and has acted to protect the rights of more than 83,000 children from 144 countries. As part of the BBA auditing process, Kailash and his team have visited our factory and he is now working very closely with ourselves on various charity projects with our ultimate aim of eradicating child labour and improving education standards within the stone regions of India.
Stand with Crown Stone: Empowering Change and Meaningful Impact
At Crown Stone, we believe that together, we can make a difference towards a better tomorrow. As leaders in the stone industry, we are committed to supporting initiatives that create equal educational opportunities, foster a positive working environment, ensure access to clean water, and promote sustainable food practices.
By standing with Crown Stone and making a donation, you contribute to these critical causes and support our efforts to drive positive change in communities around the world. Your contribution not only empowers our mission to deliver premium natural stone products but also enables us to advocate for social and environmental responsibility.
Join us in making a meaningful impact today. Your support will be a testament to the stone industry's dedication to giving back and creating a brighter, more sustainable future for all.
Together, let's pave the way towards a world of positive change.