What Fair Trade Brings for Producers

The Fair Trade Empowerment Tools

Fair trade provides more than an income to local producers. It is a sustainable way for disadvantaged people—men and women—to raise their family in decent living conditions, be recognized for their specific craft mastery, and build future perspectives. Altogether, it is a path towards empowerment.

Improve Livelihoods

Provide sustainable work through fair wages and expanded market access for better living conditions.

Training & Knowledge

Offer adequate training to preserve the mastery and knowledge of producers for long-term sustainability.

Gender Equity

Protect worker rights and ensure equal treatment towards women in all aspects of production.

Cultural Recognition

Promote producers’ cultural wealth as a means of dignity by recognizing their craftsmanship.

Freedom of Association

Commitment to non-discrimination, gender equity, and the right to form associations.

Safe Workplaces

Ensure safe and healthy working conditions for all producers.

Environmental Care

Safeguard the environmental well-being of producers through sustainable practices.