We are pleased to announce that IRMA is ISEAL Code Compliant!
ISEAL Code Compliant means that IRMA adheres to ISEAL’s Code of Good Practice for Sustainability Systems. This is important because ISEAL is a globally recognized framework that requires independently verified compliance, setting a leading example for accountability and improvement.
IRMA has built on its ISEAL Community Membership to now further demonstrate its commitment to continuous improvement by achieving compliance with the ISEAL Code. IRMA now joins two other standard-setting bodies in the mining and metals sector that have also achieved ISEAL Code Compliant status, including the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) and the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC).
Through the assessment process, IRMA has made four key improvements:
- Developed Supplemental Guidance on IRMA Board of Directors Voting During Periods of Board Seat Vacancies to further protect equal governance across sectors in IRMA decision-making, a core IRMA value.
- Refreshed the IRMA Theory of Change with a new round of input from Board of Directors and Members.
- Improved and developed policies regarding data governance and management, and documented IRMA resources and responsibilities.
- Created a stand-alone IRMA Exception Procedure to clarify procedures, including stakeholder and rights holder input, for any temporary exception to IRMA assurance rules.
Achieving this ISEAL Code Compliance milestone reaffirms that the IRMA system is built on a foundation of rigor, transparency, and continuous improvement.
About ISEAL
ISEAL is an international non-profit organization that promotes credible sustainability standards. It defines best practices for social and environmental standards systems, provides support to its member organizations, and offers a pathway for businesses and governments to identify trustworthy standards.
ISEAL’s work aims to help improve the effectiveness and impact of sustainability initiatives across various sectors, from agriculture to forestry and more.
Learn more about ISEAL at www.isealalliance.org.