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We at Planetgift.co.uk believe that Fair Trade is one of the best ways to help small producers improve their lives. Take a look at the Fair Trade principles in the link below and let us know what you think. And why not share these principles with your friends!

WFTO – The 10 principles of Fair Trade

Principle One: Creating Opportunities for Economically Disadvantaged Producers.

Principle Two: Transparency and Accountability

Principle Three: Fair Trading Practices

Principle Four:   Payment of a Fair Price

Principle Five:  Ensuring no Child Labor and Forced Labor

Principle Six:  Commitment to Non Discrimination, Gender Equity and Freedom of Association

Principle Seven:  Ensuring Good Working Conditions

Principle Eight:  Providing Capacity Building

Principle Nine:  Promoting Fair Trade

Principle Ten: Respect for the Environment

© 2011 WFTO

Did you know that the World Fair Trade Organisation (WFTO) initiate the ‘Fairtrade Minimum Price’ that ensures that all farmers and producers get a fair price for the sustainable production of their traded goods (FLO: Annual Report, 2010), which should increase their business profitability and their individual income.

WFTO also aims to control and improve the work labour standards, for example: a safer work place with a fair and honest wage along with no Child labour, slavery or forced labour! (See WFTO, 2010).

World Fair Trade Organisation is not only concerned about the people in the industry, it also addresses major global challenges, such as: accelerating climate change and the degradation of environmental conditions (Sachs, 2008).

Many other big challenges are highlighted as a priority, such as genetically modified organisms, the use of chemicals fertilisers, water shortage which largely impacts on our agriculture, waste management and deforestation…

The Conclusion:

Well, the Fair Trade principle is much more than buying and selling products. It’s all about our eco system and the people who benefits from it! “Fair trade is not just about the money, it’s mainly about people’s attitude towards consumerism; by  following the Fair Trade principles we are helping ourselves, the planet and turn our world into a better place.

Matthew Nd’enda the unit manager of the Iriaini plantation in Africa said “[Creates more and better things, Bridges have been built, leaf collection centres upgraded and a centre for orphaned children has been created"].

That’s the message WFTO and all Fair Trade business primarily want to get across! Remember that, we are the doers of our future! If you follow bad habits or purchase poor quality products you will be getting and promoting bad things for everyone!

We welcome your honest comments!

What’s Fair trade?

Ok so most of us have heard the term Fair trade, but what does it actually mean? Fair trade  is all about creating better working environments and wages for producers in some of the worlds poorest countries.

So why should I choose Fair trade products?

Fair trade products come direct from trusted sources called cooperatives or from small associations around the world, to you the customer without passing trough wholesalers or distributors.

This means that the families or producers in developing countries make a better living. Buy choosing Fair trade you are directly helping to protect workers rights and the environment they work in. You are also helping them receive a fair wage for their hard work.

If I buy Fair trade will it really make a difference?

Yes! It’s a win-win situation, you benefit from getting a beautiful product, happy in the knowledge that someone somewhere is working under the right conditions and getting paid a decent wage.

Even if you don’t make a purchase today, why not spread the word amongst your friends about Fair trade., Your voice will help improve the lives of many people in poorer parts of the world.  And remember, there are so many other Fair trade products, not just gifts.  From yummy chocolate to coffee and tea, there’s never been a better time to switch to Fair trade!

If you’re looking for a gift or a present why not give it a try and get your fair trade or ethical gift?!  Be fair with your conscience, buy fair trade gifts only!

Have a look at our fantastic range of ethical and fair trade gifts!

Home gifts, candles, unusual jewellery sets, scarves and much more… Again, try to be fair with your conscience, buy fair trade gifts. You’ll make a lot of people happy by buying fair trade and ethical gifts – allowing the producers and their families to have a decent life!