Trade Center of the Americas Foundation
Who we are
We are an alliance of public-private organizations, NGOs, associations, business leaders, entrepreneurs, and small business owners committed to fostering economic opportunities for women and minority groups through sustainable and inclusive trade and investment initiatives.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to empower women, minority entrepreneurs, and small business owners by providing export readiness expertise rooted in sustainable and ethical sourcing practices.
We achieve this through a comprehensive approach that includes events, education, mentorship, coaching, sponsorship, and capacity building opportunities.
Our goal is to create an inclusive supportive cross-cultural, bilingual environment where diverse businesses can thrive in the global market.
Vision
To create a transparent, efficient, profitable and sustainable supply chain that champions ethical sourcing and upholds human rights principles.
We aim to support farmers, small producers, exporters and distributors by building strong relationships across all stages of the supply chain.
Through the implementation of sustainable practices, we strive to foster equitable economic growth and promote environmental stewardship.
Our Values
Human Rights
We are unwavering to our dedication to upholding ethical sourcing and fundamental human rights principles of all individuals involved in the global supply chain, regardless of their socio-economic background and geographical location.
Empowerment
We are dedicated to empowering small producers, farmers, entrepreneurs, and exporters by providing them with the support necessary to thrive in the global marketplace while sharing responsibility and maintaining ethical standards.
Transparency and accountability
We operate with transparency and accountability in all our endeavors, fostering trust among stakeholders and ensuring responsible governance.
Sustainability
We believe in promoting socially and environmentally sustainable practices that preserve natural resources for future generations and mitigate the adverse effects of climate change.
Gender Equality
We are committed to the values of the 2030 United Nations Sustainable Goals, we advocate for gender equality and strive to create equal opportunities for women in all aspects of the supply chain.
Empowering Women, Driving
CHANGE
Our
Objectives:
EMPOWER
Latin American entrepreneurial
Communities
Through mentorship, coaching, sponsorship and community organizing.
Education and Awareness
Develop educational programs and initiatives to raise awareness among small producers, farmers, entrepreneurs and exporters in the rural areas of Latin American countries about the importance of human rights and sustainable practices in the supply chain.
Advocacy and Policy Influence
Advocate for policies and regulations that promote human rights, gender equality and sustainability in the global supply chain, collaborating with governments, NGOs and international organizations to effect positive change.
Community Engagement
Foster community engagement and participation, working closely with local stakeholders to co-create solutions that address the unique challenges faced by rural producers and exporters from Latin American countries.
Capacity Building
Provide training, technical assistance and capacity building programs to equip individuals and communities with the skills and knowledge necessary to adopt sustainable practices and uphold human rights standards.
Monitoring and Evaluation
Establish monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to track progress towards our goals, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement in our efforts to include vulnerable immigrant populations in the supply chain.
Market Access
Facilitate market access for small producers and exporters from Latin American countries, connecting them with ethical buyers and consumers who prioritize products produced in accordance with our human rights and sustainability principles acknowledging the contributions of immigrants as an added value.
Our
Pledge
BY ADHERING
these principles and pursuing these goals,
The Trade Center of the Americas Foundation aims to:
Support entrepreneurs and business owners
From Latin American countries who pledge to provide inclusive economic growth opportunities to immigrants who have been deported back to their home countries.
Foster cooperative relationships
With stakeholders
Contribute to
A traceable-transparent procurement system
Play a leading role in ethical sourcing
By ensuring decent working conditions to displaced immigrants and vulnerable communities
Comply with fair-trade
Fari-trade principles
Drive positive change
In the regional supply chain, promoting human rights, sustainability and economic empowerment