In the years spent working for big business and travelling the globe, the owners of Fairgift saw an increasing need to reward manufacturers fairly whilst providing the wedding market with an alternative to the mainstream list services. In response to this, they set about to launch Fairgift, the first online Fair Trade Wedding List Site. (more…)
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Fair Trade Wedding Lists: A site with a difference that makes a difference July 9, 2008 -
www.prleap.com
Making a World of Difference: Social Activist, ‘Javatrekker’ Dean Cycon Believes in Organic Business Growth July 7, 2008 -
Business West, MA
Dean Cycon, owner of Orange-based Dean’s Beans, is in demand these days. He’s spoken on a number of college campuses, and recently addressed a UN group on the subject of how businesses are addressing human-rights issues in their supply chains — or not. Cycon, an entrepreneur, social activist, and now an author, has achieved such status through his work with and on behalf of coffee-growing nations — efforts that go well beyond paying a fair price for beans. (more…) Fair Trade Plus June 23, 2008 -
Madison Magazine, WI
The values of good, clean and fair that form the foundation of the Slow Food movement embody founder Carlo Petrini’s vision for the preservation of regional cuisines and food traditions. The vision also includes the critical element of biodiversity, but it reaches its apex when it includes the diversity of human resources as well. It is Marco Ferrero’s passion and commitment to that diversity that makes his Pausa Café project so significant. (more…) Video: Activists across North America Set World Record June 12, 2008 -
World Fair Trade Day in North America. 12,158 people. 150 events. One video. Watch this short video and see the action with your own eyes! Reporting on the Fair Trade Jewelry Conference June 11, 2008 -
Luxist
The Fair Trade Jewelry Conference at the JCK Jewelry Show in Las Vegas last Monday was so profound for me that it honestly has taken me over a week to process it. I was familiar with some of the issues discussed but learned a great many things about the various movements in ethical, fair trade, fair made and green jewelry and why they should matter to everyone who gives, receives and enjoys fine jewelry. (more…) Lincoln Square store promotes fair trade June 9, 2008 -
Chi-Town Daily News
A new store in Chicago’s Lincoln Square neighborhood is hoping its blend of international products and economic justice will catch on with shoppers and promote economic development in third-world countries. Maya Essence, which opened on May 10 at 4361 N. Lincoln Ave., is an initiative by the non-profit group Casa Guatemala. (more…) Shopping with a conscience: Downtown shop offers fair trade June 5, 2008 -
SeaCoastOnline.com
Socially conscious shopping is what Fa La Lo is all about. Really. The name Fa La Lo stands for “fair labor and/or local,” and the owners mean it. “A year ago we had no idea we’d have this store, but it came about really fast,” said Liz Wright, “and not only is it a labor of love, we really aren’t in it for the money. We want to help.” (more…) Fair Trade movement grows May 27, 2008 -
The Post, OH
Coffee and Chocolate. For some students, these items can be bought in a vending machine or a gas station, but others make a conscious effort to get these goods from a fair trade distributor. These proponents of fair trade, a market practice that creates work and wage standards in countries that have few labor laws, want coffee and chocolate producers in underdeveloped countries to profit from their labor. But some proponents of a free market economy say that trade restrictions hinder economic growth. (more…) The destiny of Vermont… May 26, 2008 -
Rutland Herald, VT
For someone who grew up in New Jersey, “in farm country, but not on a farm,” Anthony Pollina has certainly been successful in facilitating a voice for Vermont’s farmers in the time he and his wife, Deb Wolf, have made Vermont their home — some 30 years now. Social responsibility priority for Fairhaven retailer May 20, 2008 -
The Bellingham Herald
Each week The Bellingham Herald takes a closer look at a business in Whatcom County. This week: Fair Trade Haven. What’s new: Fair Trade Haven sells fair-trade certified products, which means the workers who made them were paid a living wage and weren’t working in a sweatshop, owner Karin Porrini said. Porrini partnered with Moka Joe to participate in the nationwide event Fair Trade Coffee Break on May 10, celebrating World Fair Trade Day. The local event, at the Village Green, gave attendees a chance to sample fair-trade certified coffee and other snacks like nuts, tea and chocolate. Porrini said events like that are important to boosting her company’s profile in the community, because she doesn’t do much advertising. (more…) |
