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Millions of men, women and children worldwide are suffering as a
consequence of unfair trade practices. Poor laborers and farmers are
seeing worsening labor conditions, low pay and unsafe environments.
Developing countries are competing to attract foreign businesses by
cutting costs. Sweatshops, which exploit women and children,
manufacture many products we see in our stores and use every day.
Even conditions that amount to little more than slavery are
commonplace in some regions.
Fair Trade guarantees livable wages for workers and their families,
improving their opportunities for better healthcare, housing and
education. By choosing Fair Trade products, you are directly
contributing to the livelihood of tea-, cocoa-, and coffee-growing
communities. The term "fair trade" applies to many types of products.
Organizations such as the Fair Trade Federation (FTF) and
Transfair USA certify companies with labels once they have
researched their business practices. Show your support by
purchasing FairTrade Certified tea, cocoa, and coffee.
Look for the label!
consequence of unfair trade practices. Poor laborers and farmers are
seeing worsening labor conditions, low pay and unsafe environments.
Developing countries are competing to attract foreign businesses by
cutting costs. Sweatshops, which exploit women and children,
manufacture many products we see in our stores and use every day.
Even conditions that amount to little more than slavery are
commonplace in some regions.
Fair Trade guarantees livable wages for workers and their families,
improving their opportunities for better healthcare, housing and
education. By choosing Fair Trade products, you are directly
contributing to the livelihood of tea-, cocoa-, and coffee-growing
communities. The term "fair trade" applies to many types of products.
Organizations such as the Fair Trade Federation (FTF) and
Transfair USA certify companies with labels once they have
researched their business practices. Show your support by
purchasing FairTrade Certified tea, cocoa, and coffee.
Look for the label!
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