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Nov 15, 2007 Divine Chocolate Searches for New Fair Trade Recipes Making a difference for cocoa farmers in West Africa has never been more delicious. Divine Chocolate USA is looking for creative and delicious chocolate recipes submitted by people with a passion for Fair Trade. Enter today and show the world you're hungry for the sweet deal Fair Trade... more...
Nov 30, 2007 A Naturalist's Paradise: Photo Exhibit Explore the natural abundance of Tanzania and South Africa through the lens of photographer Catherine Harold. Portland photographer Catherine Harold transports us to the savannas of Tanzania and South Africa through a collection of intimate images. Enjoy complimentary appetizers and South... more...
Dec 1, 2007 World Rhythms Experience A dynamic, multicultural, musical, educational and entertaining, participatory event from The Rhythm Inlet ! Covering playing techniques, rhythms, geographical and musical territory, gives you an introduction and overview of many styles and cultural contexts. �A World of Frame Drums�... more...
Dec 4, 2007 Asante African Bazaar Asante Network is committed to helping women�s groups in Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, and Madagascar by finding markets for their crafts. Asante Network profits help build Secondary/Technical classrooms and fund micro-loans. All efforts are designed to provide dignity, hope and a better future... more...
Dec 4, 2007 Divine Chocolate fundraiser for Chocolate Matters Try a Divine Chocolate Martini, learn about Chocolate Matters and how you can play a role, and purchase raffle tickets to win great prizes from Fair Trade and local DC businesses. Chocolate Matters is a nonprofit 501(c) (3) organization is on a mission to change the world by... more...
Dec 5, 2007 Equal Exchange Receives Social Capitalist Award Fast Company magazine announced today that they have awarded one of its 5th annual Social Capitalist Awards to Equal Exchange , the worker co-operative best known for its pioneering work in Fair Trade foods and beverages. For the first time, this year�s awards feature both nonprofits and... more...
Dec 5, 2007 Tilonia Bazaar Celebrate the artisanry of India with Tilonia ! Muffler mania will ensue when you encounter our wonderfully soft, pashmina and silk mufflers. Or our marvelously luxurious silk and wool mufflers that glimmer with the natural gold of muga silk. The eri and muga silk used in... more...
Dec 7, 2007 Mosaic Christmas Show with Trade As One Join Trade as One at the William Carey University Mosaic Christmas Show and find great fairly traded jewelry, stationary, accessories, toys, housewares, apparel, and other items. Questions? Contact Trade as One more...
Dec 8, 2007 MayaWorks Fair Trade Sale MayaWorks volunteers will be on-hand to offer great gifts from the Mayan women of Guatemala , including holiday items, bags, beads, home accents, and toys. more...
Dec 8, 2007 Tilonia Holiday Fair Celebrate the artisanry of India with Tilonia ! Muffler mania will ensue when you encounter our wonderfully soft, pashmina and silk mufflers. Or our marvelously luxurious silk and wool mufflers that glimmer with the natural gold of muga silk. The eri and muga silk used in... more...
Dec 9, 2007 Holiday Handcraft Sale St. Boniface Parish will host several HandCrafting Justice sales during Advent. Please join us to learn about our mission and to shop for beautiful handcrafts made by women in 18 developing countries. Sundays: Nov 25, Dec 2, Dec 9, Dec 16 - Following all Mass services. Location: St. Boniface... more...
Dec 14, 2007 Cretin-Derham High School Fair Trade Festival Fair Trade Festival Give the gift of hope by shopping Fair Trade this Holiday Season Cretin-Derham High School hosts HandCrafting Justice on December 14. Please join us to learn about our mission and to shop for beautiful handcrafts made by women in 20 developing countries.... more...
Dec 15, 2007 Holiday Handcraft Sale Fair Trade Holiday Handcraft Sale Give the gift of hope by shopping Fair Trade this Holiday Season St. Raphael�s Parish hosts HandCrafting Justice on December 15-16. Please join us to learn about our mission and to shop for beautiful handcrafts made by women in 20 developing... more...
Jan 4, 2008 Winter FTF Newsletter Now Available The Winter edition of FTF's quarterly newsletter celebrates Equal Exchange's recent award as a social capitalist, offers guerrilla marketing techniques for fair trade organizations, describes the sucess of Reverse Trick or Treating 2007, profiles of ARTCAMP, an FTF producer member since 2001, and more. more...
Jan 5, 2008 Portland Gift & Accessories Show Look for the following FTF members at the Portland Gift and Accessories Show: Matur Suksema - Booth #1245-47 (Artisan Alley) Bringing you high quality, unique gifts from Indonesia - Bali and beyond. Beaded baskets, hand-woven baskets... more...
Jan 8, 2008 Atlanta Gift Show Look for the following FTF members at the Atlanta Gift Show Far Fetched Inc. - Booth #4-1101 (Building 3, Floor 4) Original Far Fetched jewelry: handcrafted, heartfelt, whimsical, and inspirational Tokoloshe - Booth #7D32 (Building 1 - Floor 7)... more...
Feb 9, 2008 Handicraft Sale Our Lady of the Assumption Parish hosts HandCrafting Justice the weekend of February 9-10. Please join us to learn about our mission and to shop for beautiful handcrafts made by women in 18 developing countries. Saturday-Sunday, February 9-10 following all Mass services. Location: Our Lady... more...
Feb 11, 2008 Harvest Tour in the Mayan Highlands From February 11th - February 18th, 2008, join Higher Grounds Trading on an adventure through the Mayan Highlands of Chiapas , Mexico where they will meet up with their many partners in the struggle for a just and dignified world. Participants will visit two organic and fair trade... more...
Feb 28, 2008 African Film Festival and Reception During the 18th Annual African Film Festival, Swahili, Inc. proudly sponsors a pre-show reception with Sandy Cioffi, director or Sweet Crude. The reception will be followed by a viewing of Sweet Crude at the PCC Cascade Moriarty Building, Room 104 at 7:30. more...
Mar 8, 2008 International Women's Day Benefits for the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence Ten Thousand Villages stores across the United States are partnering with The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence to empower women and build a more peaceful world. During the month of March, participating Ten Thousand Villages stores will host Community Shopping Benefits for local... more...
Mar 28, 2008 Spring 2008 Trade Show Exhibition List Now On-Line More than fifty members of the Fair Trade Federation members will exhibit at twenty-one major international trade shows in the Spring of 2008, offering a wide variety of projects from clothing to home decor to food. To find FTF members exhibiting at a show near you, please download our trade... more...
Apr 4, 2008 2008 Fair Trade Federation Conference As FTF celebrates its 15th birthday, FTF will bring together leaders in the field of fair trade to discuss key issues and offer practical training to improve operations. more...
Apr 26, 2008 World of Good Warehouse Sale and Fundraiser Visit the World of Good, Inc. warehouse, 6315 Doyle Street in Emeryville, CA and contribute 50% of proceeds from all sales to fund health and education projects in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Sale runs from April 26 - 27. Hundreds of handmade gifts and housewares are available for ONLY... more...
May 6, 2008 Coffee Farmer Tour Peace Coffee will bring farmers from Peru, Guatemala & Mexico will participate in store demos, speak to student groups and present to Common Roots Caf�, 2558 Lyndale Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN. Come for the coffee and good conversation. more...
May 10, 2008 World Fair Trade Day: For People, For the Planet World Fair Trade Day is the first global campaign for the Fair Trade movement, connecting producers, businesses, and customers around the world. On May 10, 2008, communities worldwide marked Fair Trade Day and highlighted the importance and benefits of Fair Trade for people and the planet. more...
May 17, 2008 SERRV International Fair Trade Festival On May 17, SERRV International will offer great fair trade items, entertainment, food, chocolate tastings, and much more. Don't miss this fantastic cultural celebration! Music 10 am: Opening presentation by the Westminster Drumming Circle - participation by all encouraged -... more...
May 20, 2008 Invite Fair Trade to Your Wedding! With great gifts, favors, invitations, rings, and other items, Fair Trade makes a welcome guest at weddings this Spring! Fair Trade Organizations offer brides, grooms, and guests viable options to bring to any wedding. more...
Jun 13, 2008 Tibet Collection Warehouse Sale On Friday, June 13 and Saturday, June 14, join the Tibet Collection for their bi-annual warehouse sale. Visit their warehouse for unique products, great clearance prices, good karma, and more! As part of the Easthamption Art Walk and , this event will offer customers the chance to pick up... more...
Jun 28, 2008 Invite Fair Trade to Your Wedding! With great gifts, favors, invitations, rings, and other items, Fair Trade makes a welcome guest at weddings! Fair Trade Organizations offer brides, grooms, and guests viable options to bring to any wedding. more...
Jul 2, 2008 Celebrate Independent Artisans and Small Businesses! As we celebrate 4th of July in the US and Canada Day in Canada, consumers and buyers can support the self-sufficiency of farmers and artisans by guaranteeing them fair wages, healthy working conditions, and sustainability by choosing independent fair trade organizations this holiday. more...
Aug 11, 2008 Kuru Dance Festival Safari Women's Work's African Excursions is the only tour operator that offers international travelers the opportunity to attend the colorful San Bushman Dance Festival in the Kalahari Desert of Botswana from August 11-22, 2008. The 11 night/12 day personally-hosted safari starts with a night in... more...
Aug 16, 2008 Bazaar de la Paz First Anniversary Party Bazaar de La Paz, NYC�s first fair-trade retailer, is hosting its first anniversary party with all proceeds benefiting the Fund for Public Schools more...
Aug 22, 2008 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Join Higher Grounds every Friday for a free Roastery Tour and Cupping Session. Learn how to brew coffee using several different methods and taste many different brewed coffees. You'll receive one pound of free coffee to take home. Email Jody to sign up. Costs are $20.00 General Public;... more...
Sep 6, 2008 New England Culture Fest Visit all the FTF members at the Fifth Annual New England Culture Fest - an exciting fusion of film, fashion, world culture, and advocacy for a better world. Sponsored by Second World Media, this event brings together ethical arts and business, fashion, world class music, film and... more...
Sep 12, 2008 MayaWorks Tour of Guatemala MayaWorks offers 10-day tours of the western highlands of Guatemala. Participants have the opportunity to visit MayaWorks artisans and enjoy the beauty of the country as well gain insights about Maya culture and fair trade. more...
Sep 14, 2008 America's first Fair Trade Town Fair Fair Visit all the FTF Members at America's First Fair Trade Live Concert and Fair Fair in a city-wide celebration across Media, Pennsylvania. This event will celebrate Media's distinction as America's first Fair Trade Town and further the town's efforts to educate consumers about the value and... more...
Sep 26, 2008 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Join Higher Grounds every Friday for a free Roastery Tour and Cupping Session. Learn how to brew coffee using several different methods and taste many different brewed coffees. You'll receive one pound of free coffee to take home. Email Jody to sign up. Costs are $20.00 General Public;... more...
Sep 26, 2008 FTF Commentary: The Credit Crisis and Fair Trade A string of financial problems within the US and world economy, triggered by a US housing crisis, have arisen in 2008. The question becomes how may these global problems manifest themselves within the Fair Trade world? How will this situation affect Fair Trade? more...
Oct 10, 2008 Fair Trade Wine and Chocolate Tasting Join Etica and Divine Chocolate for a Fair Trade Wine and Chocolate Tasting! more...
Oct 17, 2008 Mark the Intl Day for the Eradication of Poverty For more than twenty years, the United Nations has marked October 17th as a day to focus on the issue of extreme poverty and to encourage others to take action to help in the fight to eradicate poverty. In 2008, consider how to get involved in fair trade and create a just and sustainable trading system for the poorest of the poor. more...
Oct 23, 2008 Wolrd Village Presentation: Shop With Your Heart Pattye Pece of World Village Fair Trade Market in Long Island, NY will offer two presentations on "Fair Trade - Shop With Your Heart" at St. Joseph's College. more...
Oct 24, 2008 FTOs recognized by the BBC World Challenge Two great fair trade organizations, the Leakey Collection and Heiveld Co-operative, are competing for recognition in the BBC / Newsweek World Challenge 08. Support these fair trade organizations today by voting for one or both groups online. more...
Oct 24, 2008 Fair Trade Wine and Introduction to Fair Trade Join Etica for an introduction to Fair Trade Wine and Drink Like You Give A Damn! more...
Oct 31, 2008 Celebrate a Fair Trade Halloween It's nearly the time of year when scary costumes and eerie decorations cover supermarket aisles and stores. What's really scary, though, is the difference between the work of conventional and fair trade companies in creating favorite Halloween items. In 2008, make this holiday more than just about children getting their lot of candy. more...
Oct 31, 2008 FTF Executive Director Honored On October 25, 2008, Federation Executive Director Carmen K. Iezzi was celebrated for her "significant contributions to society" by American University in Washington DC. more...
Oct 31, 2008 Canadian Coalition for Fair Trade Meeting The Canadian Coalition for Fair Trade will host its first annual general meeting at St. Paul University in Ottawa from Oct. 31 - Nov. 2. All are welcome. more...
Nov 1, 2008 Aid Through Trade Sample Sale and Open House Enjoy 20-70% on treasures from Aid Through Trade, including jewelry, jackets, scarves, decor, silks, and more from Nepal, Vietnam, and Kashmir. more...
Nov 8, 2008 Grace Lutheran Global Craft Bazaar The Global Craft Bazaar of Grace Lutheran Church in Yorktown Heights, NY will feature fair trade handcrafts made by artisans from the world. more...
Nov 11, 2008 Fair Trade LA Meeting Join Fair Trade LA on Tuesday, November 11, 7:00pm for their next meeting. more...
Nov 13, 2008 Triple the Impact of your Holiday Benefit This holiday season, many communities will host fundraisers, benefit nights, and other activities to support their good causes. Fair Trade organizations make it easy to triple the impact of these events by offering great products to consumers which have a tremendous impact on producers and generate considerable support for your work. more...
Nov 14, 2008 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Join Higher Grounds every Friday for a free Roastery Tour and Cupping Session. Learn how to brew coffee using several different methods and taste many different brewed coffees. You'll receive one pound of free coffee to take home. Email Jody to sign up. Costs are $20.00 General... more...
Nov 18, 2008 Conference Call with a Cocoa Farmer Victor Diaz, a cacao farmer from the Dominican Republic will speak via conference call about the impacts of Fair Trade on him and community. more...
Nov 25, 2008 Fair Trade and Sustainability Forum The University of Calgary's Centre for Public Interest Accounting will sponsor a free forum on: Fair Trade: Setting the Standards for a more Sustainable Future. more...
Dec 1, 2008 Celebrate World AIDS Day 2008 As we mark the 20th anniversary of World Aids Day, support for Fair Trade companies focused on artisans with HIV is as needed as ever. Many FTF members help make the lives of these individuals easier by providing work and access to clinical care. Today, and each day of the year, your support for these organizations changes the lives of those living with HIV/AIDS. more...
Dec 6, 2008 rupalee Trunk Show Just in time for Buy Local Philly Week, rupalee will offer a first look at some brand new pieces from our new collection of ethically produced, eco-friendly, fine artisan crafted products which offer empowerment opportunities for both the wearer and artisan. more...
Dec 9, 2008 Shop for Two Tuesday to benefit Heifer International Flavours of Life will donate 10% of the day's sales to Heifer International and Fiddleheads Food Co-Op as part of Shop for Two Causes Tuesdays . On Tuesday, December 2, Bill Wernau, local volunteer and Heifer coordinator, will be in the store all day to answer questions about... more...
Dec 13, 2008 Eternal Threads Open House Learn, Shop, and Share! Join us to learn about the Eternal Threads' mission to help women across the world, shop for great products, and share the spirit of the season! more...
Dec 19, 2008 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Join Higher Grounds every Friday for a free Roastery Tour and Cupping Session. Learn how to brew coffee using several different methods and taste many different brewed coffees. You'll receive one pound of free coffee to take home. Email Jody to sign up. Costs are $20.00 General Public;... more...
Dec 31, 2008 Give. Bake. Sing. Learn. This Holiday Season For Chanukah, Christmas, Eid, Kwanzaa or other special days, you can give, bake, sing, decorate, learn, and share Fair Trade with those around you. more...
Jan 18, 2009 Fancy Food Show Visit Federation members at the Fancy Food Show, January 18-20, 2009 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. more...
Jan 24, 2009 Better Footprint Inauguration Festival Enjoy free, family-friendly events all day at A Better Footprint's Celebration of America’s Cultures & Unity! more...
Feb 4, 2009 Equiterre Ethical Fashion Event Equiterre and its Volunteer Action Group in Quebec invite you to an ethical fashion event more...
Feb 8, 2009 SERRV Handmade Items Sales The First Presbyterian Church of Fort Walton Beach will work with SERRV International to hold Fair Trade sales throughout the month of February. more...
Feb 12, 2009 Crafts Center Market Orientation Training The Crafts Center at CHF International is hosting a U.S. Market Orientation for individuals who are interested in selling handmade products in the United States. more...
Feb 14, 2009 Artisan Visit to Bazaar de la Paz On February 14, NYC's own Bazaar de La Paz will host Bernard Domingo, an artisan from Zimbabwe in a demonstration of bead and wire craft. more...
Feb 19, 2009 MayaWorks Journey to Guatemala Enjoy the beauty of Guatemala and meet the Mayan people involved in Mayaworks' economic and educational projects. Learn first-hand about their lives and reflect on our "one world" connections. more...
Feb 22, 2009 Harvest Tour: Fair Trade and Indigenous Autonomy in the Mayan Highlands Join Higher Grounds Trading on an adventure through the Mayan Highlands of Chiapas, Mexico. Visit organic farmers, artisan cooperatives, coffee co-ops, traditional healers, activists, and autonomous indigenous communities and leaders, working to create community sustainability. more...
Feb 28, 2009 Visit Uganda with Bead for Life BeadforLife offers a perfect lens through which to view the issue with its successful, holistic approach to helping its members create sustainable livelihoods for themselves. more...
Mar 3, 2009 Face of Freedom Photo Exhibit Rugmark International and the Children's Theater Company (CTC) of Minneapolis will co-sponsor the world premiere of the film, Iqbal and host the traveling photo exhibit Faces of Freedom. more...
Mar 12, 2009 Discussion: Fair Trade and Intercultural Regeneration of the Communities �quiterre and its partners will sponsor a roundtable at the Librairie Paulines to look at the requirements for fair trade to become a true lever of intercultural regeneration in the communities involved. more...
Mar 14, 2009 Celebrate Second Saturdays with Global Mamas On the Second Saturday of every month, FTF member Global Mamas opens up its US warehouse to shoppers and visitors. more...
Mar 21, 2009 USFT Fair Trade Extravaganza Benefit Dinner United Students for Fair Trade will host a Fair Trade Extravaganza and Benefit Dinner on March 21, featuring local chefs, live music, and silent auction. more...
Mar 26, 2009 Fair Trade Resource Network Fundraiser Join the Fair Trade Resource Network for a casual, fun fundraiser between 5:00 and 6:30 pm. on Thursday, March 26 at Ten Thousand Villages of Portland, 938 N.W. Everett Street. more...
Mar 27, 2009 FTF Conference and Expo As FTF celebrates its 15th birthday, we will bring together leaders in the field of fair trade to discuss key issues and offer practical training to improve operations. more...
Mar 28, 2009 Post-Conference Brewery Tour and Tasting After the FTF Expo closes on March 28, join Global Sistergoods and other Fair Traders for a brewery tour and beer tasting in Portland. more...
Apr 2, 2009 Fair Trade Mixer in Chicago Chicago Fair Trade's Fair Trade Mixer is an informational gathering for the local socially-minded community to network, socialize and learn more about fair trade principles. more...
Apr 9, 2009 Equal Exchange Cafe Ribbon Cutting Join Equal Exchange for the ribbon cutting on their new cafe in Boston. Mingle with Mayor Menino, too! more...
Apr 15, 2009 21st Annual SCAA Meeting Join all 11 FTF members exhibiting at the Specialty Coffee Association of America's Annual Conference and find roasters with Fair Trade at the heart of what they do! more...
May 2, 2009 Artisan Tour to Connect Communities - Boulder, CO Evangelina Pizarro and Ayde Riveros, two artisans working with a Fair Trade cooperative in Peru, will share their stories about the impacts of Fair Trade. more...
May 2, 2009 Artisan Tour to Connect Communities - Denver, CO Evangelina Pizarro and Ayde Riveros, two artisans working with a Fair Trade cooperative in Peru, will share their stories about the impacts of Fair Trade. more...
May 4, 2009 Artisan Tour to Connect Communities - Minneapolis, MN Evangelina Pizarro and Ayde Riveros, two artisans working with a Fair Trade cooperative in Peru, will share their stories about the impacts of Fair Trade. more...
May 4, 2009 World Fair Trade Day in Daley Plaza Chicago Chicago Fair Trade will be in Daley Plaza Monday, May 4th, to celebrate World Fair Trade Day early! more...
May 5, 2009 Artisan Tour to Connect Communities - Mankato, MN Evangelina Pizarro and Ayde Riveros, two artisans working with a Fair Trade cooperative in Peru, will share their stories about the impacts of Fair Trade. more...
May 6, 2009 Artisan Tour to Connect Communities - Oshkosh, WI Evangelina Pizarro and Ayde Riveros, two artisans working with a Fair Trade cooperative in Peru, will share their stories about the impacts of Fair Trade. more...
May 7, 2009 Artisan Tour to Connect Communities - Fond du Lac, WI Evangelina Pizarro and Ayde Riveros, two artisans working with a Fair Trade cooperative in Peru, will share their stories about the impacts of Fair Trade. more...
May 8, 2009 Global Exchange Open House and Warehouse Sale Join Global Exchange staff, founders and board for an evening of food, drinks, shopping, music, and dancing at the Global Exchange office. more...
May 9, 2009 World Fair Trade Day Celebration in Hyattsville, MD Join Ten Thousand Villages of Alexandria, the BookNook Bookstore, and Jackie DeCarlo, author of the Beginner's Guide to Fair Trade, for handmade items, coffee, chocolate, and a great celebration of World Fair Trade Day! more...
May 9, 2009 Mercy Corps World Fair Trade Day Celebration Join the Action Center to End World Hunger and the NYC Fair Trade Coalition for a World Fair Trade Day celebration! more...
May 10, 2009 Artisan Tour to Connect Communities - Indianapolis Evangelina Pizarro and Ayde Riveros, two artisans working with a Fair Trade cooperative in Peru, will share their stories about the impacts of Fair Trade. more...
May 12, 2009 Artisan Tour to Connect Communities - Chicago, IL Evangelina Pizarro and Ayde Riveros, two artisans working with a Fair Trade cooperative in Peru, will share their stories about the impacts of Fair Trade. more...
May 14, 2009 Artisan Tour to Connect Communities - Chicago, IL Evangelina Pizarro and Ayde Riveros, two artisans working with a Fair Trade cooperative in Peru, will share their stories about the impacts of Fair Trade. more...
May 15, 2009 Artisan Tour to Connect Communities - Palos Heights, IL Evangelina Pizarro and Ayde Riveros, two artisans working with a Fair Trade cooperative in Peru, will share their stories about the impacts of Fair Trade. more...
May 16, 2009 Just Coffee Delegations Visit coffee producers around the world this summer with Just Coffee! more...
May 16, 2009 Artisan Tour to Connect Communities - Chicago, IL Evangelina Pizarro and Ayde Riveros, two artisans working with a Fair Trade cooperative in Peru, will share their stories about the impacts of Fair Trade. more...
Jul 2, 2009 Swahili Imports 1st Thursday Celebration Join Swahili Imports' shop in the Pearl District of Portland for 1st Thursday festivities with wine, music, and special deals. more...
Jul 6, 2009 Fair Trade Los Angeles Meeting Formed in 2005, FTLA is an open, democratically-organized group of people who share a common goal to promote social justice and environmental awareness around the world. We are committed to spreading the ideals of Fair Trade. Please join FTLA for their next meeting and bring your... more...
Jul 8, 2009 Engineers without Borders Social Change Entrepreneurs Competition In the spirit of encouraging more thought and action across the whole organization, EWB is launching an exciting new national competition to develop and pilot a social change projects. more...
Jul 11, 2009 Teaching Global Issues Visit to Uganda Are you an educator teaching about global issues? Visit Uganda with BeadforLife this summer and explore key issues to develop curriculum that you can use and share when you return. more...
Jul 17, 2009 Boston Faith and Justice Network Summer Film Festival on Just Consumption Join your friends at the Boston Faith and Justice Network for a fun time, popcorn and a great movie! Stick around for a talk-back with a local issues expert. more...
Aug 8, 2009 San Francisco International Gift Fair Eight FTF members will show their high quality products at the San Francisco International Gift Fair - visit all of our members during the show! more...
Aug 11, 2009 Bay Area Fair Trade Coalition Meeting Attend this upcoming meeting to help support and re-energize the Bay Area Fair Trade movement. more...
Aug 15, 2009 Cafe Campesino Coffee House 1 Year Anniversary Party Cafe Campesino's coffee house has officially been open for 1 year. In honor of this special occasion, they will be celebrating big on Saturday, August 15! more...
Aug 15, 2009 Silver Spring Street Glam Fashion Event Featuring Rupalee FTF member Rupalee will present their "figure flattering, contemporary" women's apparel at the Downtown�s Silver Spring, MD Street Glam Fashion Event more...
Aug 17, 2009 Fair Trade 2010 Calendar Photograph Contest Deadline Extended for our first annual Fair Trade Calendar Photograph Contest, brought to you by FTF and the Fair Trade Resource Network. more...
Sep 14, 2009 Ethical Fashion Preview Featuring Rupalee Join FTF member rupalee for their launch of their women's apparel line, Ojasvy, during New York Fashion Week. more...
Sep 17, 2009 Making Your Holiday Faire More Fair Workshop Fair Trade Los Angeles will sponsor a special workshop to help you prepare a great Fair Trade Faire this holiday / Fall season. more...
Sep 19, 2009 Tea Workshop from Cafe Campesino Join Jim Foglio on Saturday, September 19th, from 9:00am-10:30am at the caf� as he presents a free tea workshop. more...
Sep 21, 2009 Chicago Fair Trade Meeting Learn more about efforts to bring more Fair Trade to Chicago more...
Sep 23, 2009 Natural Products Expo Visit all five Fair Trade Federation members exhibiting at the Natural Products Expo East to be held from September 23 - 26 at the Boston Convention Center. more...
Sep 24, 2009 Symposium on Sustainable Purchasing Policies York University presents a symposium on Sustainable Purchasing Policies: Developing and Implementing Living Documents. more...
Sep 26, 2009 Ohio Fair Trade Expo The Ohio Fair Trade Expo will bring together fair trade advocates, supporters, students, and entrepreneurs from across Ohio who are interested in fair trade. more...
Oct 1, 2009 Starting and Growing a Fair Trade Business Fair Trade Los Angeles will host an evening forum to answer basic questions about beginning and growing a Fair Trade business. more...
Oct 11, 2009 GreenFestival Washington DC The sixth annual Green Festival, the nation�s largest green living event, will make its latest trip to Washington DC on October 10-11, 2009 at the Washington, D.C. Convention Center. more...
Oct 15, 2009 OutWrite Presents: Fair Trade, A Beginner's Guide Author Jacqueline DeCarlo presents "Fair Trade, A Beginner's Guide" at the Metro DC GLBT Community Center. more...
Oct 26, 2009 One World Goods' Women Helping Women Benefit One World Goods will donate 20% of sales during the event to support women's education through scholarships, grants, awards, and loans. more...
Oct 28, 2009 Global Fest Chicago GlobalFest, Chicago Fair Trade's annual event, will feature Latin American food, beverages and music, South Asian producer stories, and more! more...
Oct 31, 2009 Don't be Tricked by Your Treats! On Halloween 2009, unite to alleviate poverty among farmers and curb abusive child labor while Trick-or-Treating in your community. more...
Nov 6, 2009 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Higher Grounds will teach you how to brew and taste coffee using several different methods and many different brews. more...
Nov 6, 2009 Indego Africa's Second Annual Celebration of Rwandan Progress Indego Africa is excited to present its schedule of Fall 2009 fundraisers. We're offering a variety of ways for you to get involved and show your support. Now reaching more people in more cities across the United States, Indego Africa is bringing the message of hope and opportunity... more...
Nov 13, 2009 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Higher Grounds will teach you how to brew and taste coffee using several different methods and many different brews. more...
Nov 14, 2009 Bambootique's Holiday Trunk Show Two days of incredible fair trade shopping at Bambootique's Holiday Trunk Show. Hip handbags, jewelry, candles, scarves, chocolate, ornaments, toys and more all under one roof. more...
Nov 14, 2009 Grand Opening: Cafe Campesino Roastery & Coffee House Atlanta Cafe Campesino will host the grand opening of its first cafe: Cafe Campesino Atlanta! more...
Nov 22, 2009 SPIRAL Foundations's Annual Holiday Bazaar Great eco-friendly gifts for all from the SPIRAL Foundation � bring your shopping list more...
Nov 28, 2009 Fair Trade for the Holidays Pattye Pece, President and Co-Founder of the World Village Fair Trade Market will remove the mystique behind Fair Trade crafts and other products at this community event. more...
Dec 3, 2009 FibrEthik Discussion: How to finance your fair trade project FibrEthik and CoOp Sol will host a discussion on financing solutions for Fair Trade in Canada. more...
Dec 4, 2009 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Higher Grounds will teach you how to brew and taste coffee using several different methods and many different brews. more...
Dec 11, 2009 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Higher Grounds will teach you how to brew and taste coffee using several different methods and many different brews. more...
Dec 12, 2009 Cojolya Association of Weavers Trunk Show Perfect holidays season gifts for conscientious shoppers, the Cojolya Association of Mayan Women Weavers invites you to a Trunk Show! more...
Dec 17, 2009 Global Goods Partners Marketplace Join GGP for their annual sale of handcrafted products made by women around the world. more...
Dec 18, 2009 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Higher Grounds will teach you how to brew and taste coffee using several different methods and many different brews. more...
Dec 31, 2009 Market Trends Report Still Available In March 2009, FTF released the newest edition of its biennial Fair Trade Trends Report. Written by Executive Director Carmen K. Iezzi and Michael Long of Colorado State University, this document provides statistics on the evolving work of Fair Trade Organizations in North America. more...
Dec 31, 2009 2010 Calendar Photograph Contest Winners From July 27 to August 17, FTF and the Fair Trade Resource Network (FTRN) sponsored their first Fair Trade Photo Contest. View the winning photos and find out how to order your calendars for next year! more...
Dec 31, 2009 Make Holiday Shopping Fair! It's the busiest shopping time of the year and it's here - what will you do to make holiday shopping fairer? more...
Jan 9, 2010 Global Mamas Open Warehouse On the Second Saturday of every month, Global Mamas opens up its US warehouse to shoppers and visitors. more...
Jan 9, 2010 Brew a Better Cup of Coffee with Peace Coffee Visit the Wedge Natural Food Coop and learn fun and easy ways to brew an amazing cup of coffee at home. more...
Jan 10, 2010 Panel Discussion on the History and Future of Fair Trade Greater Boston Vineyard and the Boston Faith & Justice Network will host several local leaders of the Fair Trade movement to discuss the accomplishments and challenges of the Fair Trade movement and what you can do to help make Boston a Fair Trade Town. more...
Jan 15, 2010 Cafe Campesino Presents...Music Night Cafe Campeino Roastery and Coffee House presents a performance by Raymondale and the Family Band. more...
Jan 20, 2010 The Bitter Taste of Tea: A Journey into the World of Fair Trade Equal Exchange and the UCLA International Institute Human Rights Film Series will present a screening of the film The Bitter Taste of Tea: A Journey into the World of Fair Trade. more...
Feb 13, 2010 Global Mamas Open Warehouse On the Second Saturday of every month, Global Mamas opens up its US warehouse to shoppers and visitors. more...
Feb 14, 2010 Valentine's Day of Action Help us spread the word that fair trade chocolate and gifts present a viable alternative to conventional items for Valentine�s Day. more...
Feb 19, 2010 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Higher Grounds will teach you how to brew and taste coffee using several different methods and many different brews. more...
Feb 24, 2010 Fair Trade Seattle Informational Meeting Join us to learn more about the campaign to make Seattle a Fair Trade City. more...
Feb 26, 2010 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Higher Grounds will teach you how to brew and taste coffee using several different methods and many different brews. more...
Mar 5, 2010 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Higher Grounds will teach you how to brew and taste coffee using several different methods and many different brews. more...
Mar 12, 2010 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Higher Grounds will teach you how to brew and taste coffee using several different methods and many different brews. more...
Mar 13, 2010 Global Mamas Open Warehouse On the Second Saturday of every month, Global Mamas opens up its US warehouse to shoppers and visitors. more...
Mar 19, 2010 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Higher Grounds will teach you how to brew and taste coffee using several different methods and many different brews. more...
Mar 19, 2010 People Behind Your Chocolate: A Small Farmer Tour Learn from two farmers from the CONACADO co-operative in the Dominican Republic in Boston, MA, Brattleboro, VT, and Albany, NY. more...
Mar 26, 2010 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Higher Grounds will teach you how to brew and taste coffee using several different methods and many different brews. more...
Mar 27, 2010 Just Creations Rug Event Just Creations's annual 4-day Oriental Rug Event will bring high quality, fairly traded rugs to Louisville, KY! more...
Mar 27, 2010 Tea & Talk with Sarah Chayes Fair Trade Winds welcomes everyone to its inaugural "Tea & Talk" with Sarah Chayes, author and former veteran NPR correspondent now working in Afghanistan. more...
Mar 31, 2010 Celebrate International Women's Month Since 1911, people around the world have set aside the month of March to celebrate the economic, political and social achievements of women. When you choose Fair Trade, you support the empowerment of women worldwide. more...
Apr 2, 2010 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Higher Grounds will teach you how to brew and taste coffee using several different methods and many different brews. more...
Apr 9, 2010 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Higher Grounds will teach you how to brew and taste coffee using several different methods and many different brews. more...
Apr 9, 2010 Bridal Registry Events at Ten Thousand Villages, NJ Let Ten Thousand Villages of Red Bank, NJ help you create a unique wedding registry that reflects your taste and provides convenience for your guests. more...
Apr 10, 2010 Global Mamas Open Warehouse On the Second Saturday of every month, Global Mamas opens up its US warehouse to shoppers and visitors. more...
Apr 16, 2010 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Higher Grounds will teach you how to brew and taste coffee using several different methods and many different brews. more...
Apr 16, 2010 Mayu's Ruffle Scarf Giveaway Win a beautiful chocolate brown ruffle scarf from FTF member Mayu by spreading the word about their work in Peru. more...
Apr 17, 2010 Museum Store Association Conference Visit all seven FTF members exhibiting at the Museum Store Association Conference, April 17 - 19, 2010, at the Austin Convention Center. more...
Apr 18, 2010 Just Coffee Tour of East Africa All are invited to join Just Coffee for a customized visit to coffee producers in East Africa. more...
Apr 22, 2010 Earth Day Offers Chance to Help People and Planet For forty years, communities have come together to celebrate Earth Day and to consider their impact on the planet. This year, promote sustainable choices for you, the planet, and artisans and farmers! more...
Apr 23, 2010 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Higher Grounds will teach you how to brew and taste coffee using several different methods and many different brews. more...
Apr 30, 2010 Fair Trade Organizations Rally for Haiti After the deadly January 12 earthquake in Haiti, Fair Trade Federation members, particularly those already working with Haitian artisans, have joined the fight to bring relief to the people of Haiti. more...
Apr 30, 2010 Roastery Tours and Free Cuppings Higher Grounds will teach you how to brew and taste coffee using several different methods and many different brews. more...
May 3, 2010 Women's Work 1st Annual Jewelry Design Competition Women's Work is calling Talented and Creative Jewelry Designers to design original jewelry that incorporates beads and findings from Fair Trade Organizations. more...
May 5, 2010 Shop For Change Trunk Show Join Global Goods Partners and the Mercy Corps Action Center Against Hunger for their first-ever Shop for Change Trunk Show. more...
May 7, 2010 Matur Suksema Visit to Bali Join Matur Suksema for a two-week exploration of one of the world’s more unique cultures – the island of Bali, Indonesia. more...
May 8, 2010 World Fair Trade Day World Fair Trade Day is a global campaign for the Fair Trade movement - connecting producers, businesses, and customers around the world. Join Us! more...
May 8, 2010 Global Mamas Open Warehouse On the Second Saturday of every month, Global Mamas opens up its US warehouse to shoppers and visitors. more...
May 9, 2010 Celebrate Mothers with Fair Trade Make Mother's Day special! No matter her tastes, choose a gift that shows you care about her and mothers around the globe with ideas from these great FTF members! more...
May 12, 2010 Be Sweet Celebration & Trunk Show with Nadine Curtis String New York will host Nadine Curtis, founder of Be Sweet, for a reception and trunk show! more...
May 15, 2010 Fair Trade Winds Celebrates World Fair Trade Day Fair Trade Winds Celebrates World Fair Trade Day with Jackie DeCarlo, author of "Fair Trade: A Beginner's Guide." Free and open to the public. more...
May 26, 2010 Screening of Black Gold Join Global Goods Partners and the Mercy Corps Action Center for a screening of this gripping film that raises key questions about where the products we consume originate and at what human cost they are produced. more...
Jun 4, 2010 Gourmet Latino Festival Join the Gourmet Latino Festival for a showcase and tasting seminars with over 30 of the best chefs, food authors, and beverage experts. Celebrate all the cuisine Latin America has to offer. more...
Jun 12, 2010 Global Mamas Open Warehouse On the Second Saturday of every month, Global Mamas opens up its US warehouse to shoppers and visitors. more...
Jun 18, 2010 Just Creations' 20th Anniversary Party Celebrate 20 years of Fair Trade in Louisville and honor Just Creations! more...
Jun 20, 2010 Celebrate Fathers with Fair Trade Make Father�s Day special! No matter what your father's tastes, get Dad a gift that shows you care about him and fathers around the globe with ideas from these great FTF vendors! more...
Jul 10, 2010 Global Mamas Open Warehouse On the Second Saturday of every month, Global Mamas opens up its US warehouse to shoppers and visitors. more...
Jul 16, 2010 California Gift Show Looking for Fair Trade Gifts, Clothing, Jewelry, and more? Visit all of the Federation members at the July 2010 California Gift Show! more...
Jul 24, 2010 Beckman's Handcrafted Market Visit all of the Federation Members at the Beckman's Handcrafted Show at the Chicago Merchandise Mart for great Fair Trade gifts, clothing, and more! more...
Jul 26, 2010 Introduction to How Fair Trade is Changing the World Join the Federation's Executive Director and Ten Thousand Villages of Evanston for a discussion of How Fair Trade is Changing the World. more...
Aug 11, 2010 Grand Re-Opening of SERRV Marketplace Join SERRV for a four day celebration and grand re-opening of its Fair Trade Marketplace! Music, Food, art, and amazing items from around the world! more...
Aug 14, 2010 New York International Gift Fair Looking for Fair Trade Gifts, Clothing, Jewelry, and more? Visit all the Federation Vendors at the New York Intl Gift Fair! more...
Aug 14, 2010 Global Mamas Open Warehouse On the Second Saturday of every month, Global Mamas opens up its US warehouse to shoppers and visitors. more...
Aug 26, 2010 Pakistani Jewelry Launch Party Enjoy Pakistani food, fair trade wine, henna body art, check out the jewelry, and learn more about this exquisite Pakistani silverworking tradition! more...
Aug 31, 2010 Changing Seasons Create Change A fairly hot summer offers us the chance to enjoy fairly traded items, while falling back on Fair Trade for school stuff, winter wear, and the holidays. End your summer right and prepare for Fall with these great ideas from Federation members. more...

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