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principles • general info • vendor profiles
There is a wealth of information about fair trade online. Become an informed consumer and check out the following websites:
The World Fair Trade Organization
Membership of the WFTO is limited to organizations that demonstrate a 100% Fair Trade commitment and apply its 10 Principles of Fair Trade. WFTO members who are monitored against these Principles are listed in the FT100 index of world-leading Fair Trade brands, businesses and organizations. Not just the pioneers of the movement but the innovators of the market. { wfto.com
Fair Trade Federation
The Federation has been an active member of the World Fair Trade Organization for many years. The Fair Trade Federation is the trade association that strengthens and promotes North American organizations fully committed to fair trade. The Federation is part of the global fair trade movement, building equitable and sustainable trading partnerships and creating opportunities to alleviate poverty. At Mustard Seed Fair Trade, we practice the fair trade principles outlined by the Fair Trade Federation. { fairtradefederation.org
Fair Trade Labeling Organizations International (FLO)
FLO is a group of 24 organizations working to secure a better deal for producers. We own the FAIRTRADE Mark - the product label that certifies international Fairtrade standards have been met. { fairtrade.net
Fair Trade USA
Fair Trade USA (formerly Transfair USA), recently split from international certifying group, FLO. Fair Trade USA is developing a new certification label with standards focused on increasing the accessibility of fair trade certification for more businesses. As more information becomes availbale, Mustard Seed will be sure to pass it along. { fairtradeusa.org
Fair Trade Resource Network
The Fair Trade Resource Network (FTRN) seeks to improve people’s lives through Fair Trade alternatives by providing information, leadership, and inspiration. FTRN gathers, develops, and disseminates educational resources to people and organizations interested in the movement to build a more just and sustainable world through Fair Trade. We turn to the FTRN for the latest news and information about fair trade. { fairtraderesource.org