Planetgift.co.uk sells a large range of Fair Trade accessories, homeware and lanterns from Noah’s Ark in Moradabad, India.

Noah’s Ark has just been awarded Social Entrepreneur of the year by “Business Outlook” for its social activities & business structure.  In total 25 small size businesses were selected across India.

Samuel Masih said: “My business started from nothing and I worked from just one small room in my house. I’m really happy with this award because the extra money we receive will mean we can provide more work for local artisans” Samuel Masih, Founder and CEO, Noah’s Ark

Planetgifts message: Even if you don’t purchase from us today, we would be delighted if you could tell your friends and family about us. Noah’s Ark are one of our Fair Trade suppliers, when you buy from Planetgift you are directly supporting these people and businesses. Just think, your money will help contribute towards their development and lives. When you purchase your next scarf, or gift from us or even when you buy your coffee or chocolate at the supermarket!

Thank you.

• Need stocking fillers for kids?  Instead of buying plastic toys and gifts, why not take a look at some of the lovely Fair Trade products on offer. From cotton pencil cases and bags to wooden toys and puzzles, they’re sure to be a hit, when your kids open them on Christmas morning!

• Struggling to know what to buy that certain someone who has everything?  Then how about buying them a Bengali Tiger, a Lion, elephant or a Mountain Gorilla? There are a number of websites (below) that offer annual adoptions of a variety of animals. You’ll be helping to protect these wonderful creatures from extinction through poaching, deforestation and damage to their habitats.
• Like chocolate? Well now you can eat it with a clear conscience.  There are many types of Fair Trade chocs that you can buy online and on the high street, made in countries such as Peru, Ghana and many more…

• Like keeping a journal?  There are many Fair Trade co-operatives that produce lovely handmade leather or fabric bound books, so instead of buying a mass produced notebook, you can write your memoirs on something that has been lovingly produced by a small group of people in poorer communities.

• Finally, don’t forget the Christmas tree! There really isn’t anything quite like the look and smell of a real spruce pine! And contrary to believe buying a real Christmas tree is more environmentally friendly than buying a fake one, especially if you go for one in a pot that you can re-plant and use for years to come!

Further information can be found on:

www.bornfree.org.uk - Adopt an animal – the really gift for just  £30 per year

www.worldwildlife.org

www.fairtrade.org.uk/products/chocolate 

www.wwf.org.uk/ - WWF protects endangered wildlife and environments, tackles climate change and promotes sustainable use of resources

Other endangered animals:  adopt a dolphin!

Spread the word around you and we hope this information will help you!

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!

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!

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!

How we keep our prices competitive

We can offer you fair trade products at a fair price because we work directly with the independent, mostly family-run, businesses that create the gifts in our range. By doing so, we aim to help sustain them and their communities.

What we care about

Our aim is to give our suppliers a global voice and offer you a global choice from the comfort of your own computer; fair trade for all.

Please enjoy your shopping with us and remember that you are supporting small producers Worldwide. By shopping with us today you are making a positive step forward to help poverty across the world!

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This week we’re bringing you fresh new products and great, great discounts !

House in need of a refresh? Then take a look at some of our beautiful products for the home, from the ever popular hanging heart tealight candle holders (psst you can use them in the garden too), through to Fair Trade and handmade candles, Buddha’s and exotic Moroccan lanterns. At Planetgift.co.uk we think that there’ll be always something for everyone! And don’t forget the kids! Here at Planetgift we have some really lovely items just for them.

You might also want to check out our latest selection of incredible best selling items, Baby suits, Toys and much more – go on take a look!

And do not forget our Specials page!

This week we’re bringing you quality products and also great discounts !

Do take a look at some of our beautiful products for your home, from the ever popular hanging heart tealight candle holders, through our Fair Trade and handmade candles, incense holders, Buddha’s and exotic Moroccan lanterns.

With our weekly sale, we think that there’ll be something for everyone!
You might also want to check out our latest selection of incredible best selling items, go on take a look!

Aah, do not forget our Specials page!

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