Let’s support others in overcoming adversities! ✊ …This has been WFTO’s newest member’s - Opportunity International Nicaragua’s - core value for many years. With only 10% of students graduating secondary school in #Nicaragua and lower-income areas in need of a transformation, Opportunity realised “a clear need for quality secondary education”, and set out to make an impact in Nicaragua’s agriculture, tourism, community, and education. 🏫In 2011, Opportunity International Nicaragua opened the Emprendedora High School, and later established Pacaya Lodge and Spa as well as Opportunity International agricultural program, whose profits are also used to reinvest in the school. 🔄 🏫Not only that, the Emprendedora High School is specifically designed to teach practical information about agriculture and tourism, with field experience and technical degrees to assist students in their future careers as “emprendedora” - or “entrepreneur” in English. 👩🎓 Opportunity believes in a #HolisticApproach, and they are committed to leveraging Nicaragua’s families and communities in areas stricken by economic marginalisation. Let’s give a round of applause to Opportunity International Nicaragua 👏 We welcome you with open arms! #FairTradeEnterprises #FairTrade #SMEs #BusinessRevolution #GuaranteedMember #WFTO #TransformingTrade #SocialImpact
World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO)
Internationale handel en ontwikkeling
Culemborg, Gelderland 23.174 volgers
The global community of visionary entrepreneurs advocating for #SystemChange, verified by our Guarantee System.
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We are an association of visionary Small and Medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that believes that a new economy is possible: together, we stand as a collective of entrepreneurial activists and changemakers who are at the forefront of advocating for an equitable and sustainable world. Fair Trade Enterprises are changing the way business is done on a global scale. Active throughout 84 countries, with more than 1 million livelihoods impacted from North to South, they are demonstrating a viable alternative to the current exploitative businesses by prioritising social and environmental sustainability, alongside economic success. From fashion to houseware, from food to beauty products, we are transforming the industry, by upscaling the number of Fair Trade Enterprise and phasing out unsustainable business practices. As a global membership organisation, we are dedicated to supporting our members in achieving their goals and enabling them to increase their ethical markets. They do this by producing high-quality products, with respect for workers and the environment. As a movement, we are also amplifying our voice as Fair Trade entrepreneurs to change (international) policies to promote Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs).
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www.wfto.com
Externe link voor World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO)
- Branche
- Internationale handel en ontwikkeling
- Bedrijfsgrootte
- 11 - 50 medewerkers
- Hoofdkantoor
- Culemborg, Gelderland
- Type
- Non-profit
- Opgericht
- 1989
- Specialismen
- Network, Marketing, Fair Trade, Certification, Small Scale Producers, Sustainability, Supply Chain, Verification, Advocacy, SMEs, Systemic Change en Transparency
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Primair
Parallelweg West 9a
Culemborg, Gelderland 4104 AX, NL
Medewerkers van World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO)
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¡Viva Perú! 🇵🇪🎉 Today, July 28th, Peru celebrates its Independence Day, a time to honour its culture, history, national spirit and traditions. Among the many symbols of Peru's rich heritage, one stands out: the alpaca 🦙, an animal as iconic as the Machu Picchu. The alpaca is more than just an adorable creature—it’s a vital part of Peru’s culture and economy, and integral to the Andean people for thousands of years. Historically reserved for Inca royalty, alpaca fibre was considered a symbol of high status, earning it the name of "gold of the Andes" for its excellent value 👑 This is where CLASSIC ALPACA a proud WFTO-Guaranteed Fair Trade Enterprise producer of garments made from 100% alpaca 🧵 fibre, comes in. Classic Alpaca celebrates this #heritage by transforming the finest fibres into an extensive array of handmade garments, including gloves, socks and hats that will keep you warm and cosy next winter! By choosing their products, you also support their artisan community, traditional techniques, and, of course, the alpacas— whose water-resistant fibres are durable and comfortable, offering a #sustainable alternative to synthetic materials. Here's to Peru! ¡Feliz Día de la Independencia! #PeruIndependenceDay #FairTrade #WFTO #Handmade #Peru #Alpaca #Andes #FelizDíadelaIndependencia
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Are you ready for the Fair Trade Summit? Read the catalogue to know what’s in store at the Summit Expo! 📖
MEET THE MAKERS!💥 Discover the world of Fair Trade at the WFTO #Summit Expo! This exclusive event offers you the chance to meet 29 passionate Fair Trade producers and purchase beautiful, ethically made products directly from the source. At the Expo, you can explore a wide range of high-quality items, including handcrafted textiles, exquisite jewellery, organic foods, eco-friendly home décor, and so much more. Each product tells a story of sustainability, ethical production, and cultural heritage, embodying the WFTO's principles of Fair Trade. Will you be there? Download the catalogue below to read their stories! https://lnkd.in/dKAB9Qtg
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📣 Looking for innovative environmental solutions? If you are a micro, small, or medium-sized enterprise owner and wonder how to... 🌱make your business greener 🌱access the latest guidelines on both EU and non-EU compliance measures 🌱use AI to access environmental data and streamline your sustainability efforts then look no further: it's all one link away! WFTO partnered with Ubuntoo, GEC and SEED to create the Environmental Solutions Hub - a platform that provides a wealth of resources and tools to help SMEs get greener, find the latest solutions available, and navigate sustainability issues effectively. From accessing the latest EU and non-EU compliance guidelines to harnessing the power of AI for environmental data analysis, our hub offers valuable insights and strategies tailored to your needs. Don't wait — sign up today for free at https://lnkd.in/eZ7P9gtV #EnvironmentalSolutionsHub #SMEs #FairTradeEnterprises #FairTrade #SustainabilityDevelopment #SustainableSolutions #EnvironmentalImpact
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📑 Have you already seen our full programme for the 17th International #FairTradeSummit? 🗣️ From the 17th until the 20th of September 2024, we will be gathering in Cape Town (South Africa📍and online) to discuss how to reshape the global economy into a more inclusive, equitable, and regenerative system for all. From #FairFashion to equitable food systems, impact financing to #CulturalSustainability, this summit will be a unique chance for attendees to learn from 35+ thought leaders from all over the globe, establish partnerships with like-minded professionals, and expand their network. Don't miss out on the full discussions — join us in person or online to get access to our exclusive workshops, speakers and sessions! ✏️ #FairTrade #17InternationalFairTradeSummit #FairTradeEnterprises #EconomyTransformation #BusinessRevolution #Sustainability
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🗣️Call for applicants! Launched in 2021, the Metis Arts and Development Fund is hosted by AFD. The #fund targets the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (#SDGs) 🌍 and finances initiatives that bring together an artist, a “traditional” development operator and a local community within a given territory. It finances 🎨 #artistic initiatives to strengthen the impact of development policies in an innovative way, including #environmental subjects. 🌱 Countries eligible for a METIS grant: Albania, Türkiye, Tunisia and Montenegro. These initiatives are conducted as close as possible to the territories for and with the local populations concerned. 🤝 Metis finances (maximum 15.000 €) initiatives that meet the following 4 criteria: - Contribute to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). - Strengthen and enrich a development operation/dynamic implemented in a targeted territory. - Involve the beneficiaries of development projects as close as possible to the territories concerned, in order to maximize exchanges that are sources of transformation. - Demonstration of true artistic quality is required. For more information, you can write to AFDmetis@afd.fr #MetisArtsandDevelopmentFund #MetisGrant #SustainableDevelopmentGoals #Sustainability #ArtisticInitiatives #EnvironmentalImpact
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FTAO is #Hiring!
🚨 JOB ALERT 🚨 We are looking for a Communications Officer! ⭐ Do you have experience in implementing #Communications strategies as well as in creating multimedia content? ⭐ Are you familiar with #FairTrade and want to put your comms skills in favour of trade, social and climate justice? Then you might be the person we are searching for! Check out the call for applications here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ePehZZy3 ⏰ Deadline to apply: 18 August 2024 #JobBoards #JobFairies #ngojobs
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The International Fair Trade Summit (17-20 September 2024) is less two months away 🗓️ and we can't wait to welcome you there (in #CapeTown or online!). 🌎 Among the delegates, experienced Fair Traders, government representatives and the all the other attendees, you will also meet the dedicated individuals who are working tirelessly to bring this 17th edition to life. From organising, planning, designing and coordinating, our team is made of people with different experiences and background but with one shared goal: making this event a success and bring Fair Trade worldwide! 💁♂️ Meet the team behind WFTO's #InternationalFairTradeSummit: 🤝Rain Morgan & Pieter Swart: they are WFTO's local co-organisers and founders of Turqle Trading, a WFTO Guaranteed Fair Trade Enterprise! 🤝Natalie Hesketh-Maré & Marta Frigato: they represent WFTO Global team, based in Culemborg (The Netherlands) to bring the interests of the whole global community to the event. 🤝Bernard Outah & Musa Mpofu represent WFTO Africa & Middle East: they are the experts of the local WFTO members, partnerships and projects. 🤝Nicola Probyn & Claire Alexander from Firecracker Events & Marketing: they are our local event and marketing specialists based in South Africa. Join us for the biggest gathering of #Sustainability professionals, Fair traders, and delegates from enterprises from all over the world happening in South Africa in 2024. Read our programme and learn about our side events at this link: https://lnkd.in/eeh_3FUU WFTO Latin America World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO) - Europe World Fair Trade Organization Asia (WFTO Asia) World Fair Trade Organization Africa and Middle East #FairTrade #FairTradeEnterprises #FairTradeTalks #17InternationalFairTradeSummit #BusinessRevolution #SustainableDevelopment #SDGs
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🔍Want to find a #FairTrade enterprise that’s near to you? Try our #MemberSearch tool! The Member Search tool is an incredibly convenient tool on WFTO’s website that allows you to look at WFTO Members in any country! Not only that, you can filter your search for the exact type of company you’re looking for - from brand values to production techniques - the Member Search tool is perfect for those looking for specific retailers or potential collaborators. And all it takes is a click of a button 👉Just go to our website at https://wfto.com/members/ and start searching 🔎 Let’s expand your Fair Trade network today! Gino Girolomoni Cooperativa Agricola Altromercato Palingen S.r.l. #FairTradeEnterprises #SMEs #GlobalImpact #BusinessRevolution #FairTrade #WFTOGuarantee #WFTOMemberSearch
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Do you have 5 minutes? ⏰ ✍️ Fill out this #survey and help us identify the main #challenges of WFTO Fair Trade Fashion (both for #producers and #retailers) to be integrated into the (inter)national #markets. Take 5 minutes of your time to fill in the form in the link below! (Survey prepared under the project Gateway to Fair Trade Fashion) https://lnkd.in/dfNXymc7 #FairTradeFashion #FairTradeSurvey #WFTOFashion #FairTradeEnterprises
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