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A Beginner’s Guide to Fair Trade Fashion

New to Fair Trade fashion? Check out this quick guide to get up to speed. Discover what it is, the role of the WFTO and how you can partner with Fair Trade suppliers.

What does fair trade mean? 

Put simply, fair trade = fair pay + fair working conditions.

But in reality, fair trade is so much more than that. It’s about reducing poverty and ensuring people are paid a living wage for their work. It’s about guaranteeing transparency and accountability to protect worker’s rights and bring an end to child labour. It’s about respecting the environment and securing the future of our planet for generations to come.

By embracing fair trade practices in your busine…

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Sara Collins

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