Fairtrade Fortnight is an annual campaign aimed at increasing awareness among consumers of the Fairtrade marque. It is taking place this year between 1 and 13 March. Fairtrade guarantees a price for producers that ensures their production costs are covered. A premium from sales is invested back into the local businesses and communities.
Fairtrade offers an alternative approach to the world of conventional international trade working in partnership with excluded and disadvantaged producers around the world. The aim is to create a sustainable future where trade is encouraged and rewarded fairly.
For more information, visit the Fairtrade Foundation web site at www.fairtrade.org.uk or look out for the Fairtrade marque at your local supermarket.
- Extracted from youthinformation.com, The NYA's online information toolkit for young people.
