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Fair
Trade Federation
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The Fair
Trade Federation (FTF) is an association of fair trade wholesalers,
retailers, and producers whose members are committed to providing
fair wages and good employment opportunities to economically
disadvantaged artisans and farmers worldwide. Some good resources
and general fair trade information are here. |
http://www.fairtradefederation.com/
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International Federation for Alternative Trade (IFAT)
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IFAT is the International Federation for Alternative Trade, a global
network of over 160 Fair Trade organizations in more than 50
countries. This site is similar to the FTF site in terms of
resources. |
http://www.ifat.org/dwr/index.html
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Co-op
America
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This
site is about coordinating individuals to use their consumer and
investor power for social change. Broader than fair trade issues,
Co-op America is a strong resource for the environmental movement as
well.
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https://www.coopamerica.org/
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Fair
Trade Resource Network
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The Fair
Trade Resource Network raises consumer awareness about improving
people's lives through Fair Trade alternatives. You'll find here
good resources, bibliographies, books and videos, and a recommended
reading list. |
http://fairtraderesource.org/support.html
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Oxfam
America
- Committed to creating lasting solutions to poverty, hunger, and
social injustice, Oxfam is a broad resource for education, and
activism.
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http://www.oxfamamerica.org/art1716.html
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Making Trade Fair Oxfam Website
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more
specifically trade- related, this site is also strong at education
and building activism. |
http://www.maketradefair.com/ |
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TransFair USA
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TransFair USA is the only certifier of Fair Trade products in the
US. This site is a good resource for understanding the labeling and
certification process and is a good coffee-crisis resource. |
http://www.transfairusa.org/ |
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Global Exchange
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Global
Exchange is a human rights organization dedicated to promoting
environmental, political, and social justice around the world. Much
broader than just fair trade issues, they have good resources,
educational materials, “reality tours” and much more. |
http://www.globalexchange.org/ |