Annually, the second Saturday of
May is World Fair Trade Day, which this year falls on May 9th. Come join us
online for some celebratory shopping at Shopping for a Change.
This day is celebrated by special
events and festivals, many in the U.S., and held in dozens of countries around
the globe. Founded in 2001 by the World Fair Trade Organization, it is an inclusive worldwide festival of
events celebrating Fair Trade as a tangible contribution to the fight against
poverty and exploitation, climate change and the economic crisis that has the
greatest impact on the world’s most vulnerable populations. During the past
fourteen years, fair trade has come so very far. It has affected our
relationship to how food and manufactured goods are produced, marketed and their
gain in market share. Today, millions across nearly two hundred countries are
deeply involved in fair trade as producers, artisans, wholesalers, retailers,
e-commerce, policy makers, support organizations and volunteers.
Hop online and see…there may be a
World Fair Trade Day event in your area.
Speaking of upcoming events, for
the ideal accessory to have in tow at farmers’ markets, street fairs, shopping
of all kinds, and yes, even work, check out our newest collection of fun and
fashionable tote bags. Each one is fair trade,
eco friendly, and handmade by our talented artisans. Indigo blue is a hot color palette this season…perfect
for the summer months, and you can find it here.
Enjoy your shopping and be sure to
recommend us to your friends. Shopping for a Change is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit
organization.
