The Undugu Society of Kenya was established in 1973 by the late Father Arnold Gol to assist children living and working on the streets of Nairobi. These days it focuses on Rescue, Rehabilitation and Re-Integration of children and youth as well as the socio-economic empowerment of poor communities throughout the country. Read their stories: https://www.oxfairtrade.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Undungu-Fair-Trade.pdf […]
Creative Handicrafts, Mumbai, India, began in 1984: the inspiration of Sister Isabel Martin who started the work with just 2 women. Since then it has evolved into a Fair Trade Organisation, independent, non-religious, non-profit, cooperative, aiming to change the world one woman at a time. Read their stories: https://www.oxfairtrade.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Creative-Handicrafts.pdf
We’re delighted to welcome Paul Irwin-Rhodes, Head of Sustainability at Greggs, to Oxford on 22nd February (5pm) to kick off Fair Trade Fortnight early. Paul will be telling us about Greggs and their journey and reasons for adopting Fairtrade and sustainable products followed by a discussion and a chance to ask questions. The event will […]
We often draw attention to the disproportionate effect of climate change on producers in poorer countries, but we also want to emphasise the positive. Fair trade enterprises through invention, creativity and necessity are pioneering new ways to produce and trade in the middle of a climate crisis. Click Behind the scenes climate stories for a […]
We invite you to come and join us for a Fair Trade and sustainable Picnic in the University Parks on World Fair Trade Day. WFTO are inviting us all to Raise our Hands for Climate Justice #Let’s Do It Fair. This year World Fair Trade Day particularly wants to raise awareness of Fair Trade’s alternative solutions to the planet’s […]
To mark International Womens’ Day we are publishing the profiles of 5 different but remarkable women who have worked in Fair Trade. She Leads the Way IWD 2022 5 profiles Everyone should know what they have done and the kind of impact that fair trade can have – transforming lives, empowering women and these days […]
Come and share our pancakes with an exciting range of fair trade toppings at Wesley memorial Church on Shrove Tuesday (1st March) 6pm – 7.30pm. We will be talking about fair trade and the impact of climate change and launching our campaign to put Fairness at the Heart of our Climate Ambitions. Climate change is […]
Oxford In Spires: business not as usual Click here to sign up now. We’re looking forward to comparing experiences with Brighton and Bristol Fair Trade Towns as well as hearing about the amazing Made51 project, and using each of our successes and challenges to inspire us for 2022. We’re delighted to welcome Christine Gent, Fairtrade […]
In case you are at a loose end on Saturday afternoons, Trading for Development are putting on a sewing and knitting repair café with the Student Hub in the Jericho Community Centre at 4pm from 5th February. Bring an item of clothing to repair, and discuss revolutionary economics over Fairtrade snacks – what’s not to […]
Following last years success the Fairtrade Foundation will be hosting it’s online festival ‘Choose the World you Want’ again over Fairtrade Fortnight. Last year there were dozens of fascinating online events, free and available to all on a great range of topics. Details will follow, Watch their website