The New England Jewelers Association (NEJA) has evolved from the former Massachusetts Rhode Island Jewelers Association which had been formed in 1916. Today, NEJA includes the states of Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont and consists of quality independent jewelers and industry partners.

Today, NEJA presents educational and social networking events as well as tuition scholarships for related coursework. We are also planning buying and selling events.  Fundraising activities in the form of an annual golf outing, jewelry design competitions and more have been designed to encourage networking & information sharing to add value to its membership. The newsletter provides current industry information as well as membership and event news.

The purpose of the Association was to foster the integrity and professionalism of the retail jewelers through communication and education. NEJA has maintained these clear objectives, throughout the years.

Each year jewelers face the challenges of the ever growing technology of buying and selling online; treatments of gems; updates on global issues such as conflict diamonds and dirty gold; and the need for timely information and education in all of these areas.  We strive to provide valuable information to our membership.

 The celebration of over 95 years of this association stands as a testament of the viability of the New England Jewelers Association., Inc. The membership, in conjunction with other state jewelers’ associations, forms a strong and clear voice in the industry. These voices are what help to keep not only NEJA, but also the entire industry one of integrity and professionalism.