Lee Anne’s Weblog

Ever wonder why you should give a fair trade gift to someone else? There are countless reasons, some more obvious than others. Below is a powerful video from Ten Thousand Village’s website explaining what a fair trade gift truly means.

When thinking about all of the knowledge I have obtained about fair trade recently, a few major points stick out.  These have definitely persuaded me to think twice when choosing a gift, whether for myself or for someone else.

My top Reasons for Shopping Fair Trade:

1. Supports equality for international trade
2. Rewards artisans of true, fair wages
3. Commits to relationships with artisans which provide job security
4. Supports organizations in developing countries which contribute socially, economically, and environmentally

Fair trade is more than a concept-it’s a way to give back to people who need and highly deserve it. The receiver of a fair trade product greatly benefits as well as the artisan. Next time you are looking for a meaningful gift, think about shopping for something fair trade for all of the powerful and satisfying reasons.