Behind the Seal
Follow the latest news, announcements, and real-life stories about the fair trade vision unfolding as a way of life.
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How Coconut Water Benefits Communities in the Philippines
How the tree of life fits into Kroger's vision to end hunger and eliminate waste.
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6 Times Fair Trade Funds Supported Education
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” - Nelson Mandela
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Fair Trade Seafood at Work: Cleaning up Mexico’s Altata Bay
Within five years of hitting grocery stores, Fair Trade Certified™ seafood has generated almost $1 million in additional funds to fishermen and seafood workers in coastal communities. A look at those funds in action in Sinaloa, Mexico.
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Meet Latha and Gautam, Mother and Son in Tirrupur
She worked hard to create a better future for her son. Now, he wants to do the same for her in return.
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Fair Trade Garment Workers: 'I Made Your Clothes'
If you wear Fair Trade clothing, you have a hand in the making of these stories too.
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How Fair Trade Helps Create Greater Transparency in Fashion
#WhoMadeMyClothes? Glad you asked.
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Fair Trade Provides Health and Safety Protections to U.S. Farm Workers
For 20 years, Fair Trade has empowered farmers and workers in countries around the world with protections against the harsh realities of agricultural work. Within the last two years, that has also come to include the United States.
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They Weren't Expecting A Woman
Fair Trade honors women who challenge the status quo, standing out and standing up for gender equality around the world.