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About WeFairTrade Academy
The WeFairTrade Academy provides Ethical & Sustainable Trade Certification to the participants.
The WeFairTrade Academy is a curriculum that aims to equip grassroots producers and farmers with a holistic understanding of fair-trade, sustainable farming, supply chain and the importance of upholding human rights principles in the supply chain.
By blending these aspects with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), participants are better prepared to create ethical, profitable and impactful agricultural enterprises that contribute to global sustainability and social development.
2030 UNITED NATIONS SUSTAINABLE
DEVELOPMENT GOALS
The WeFairTrade Academy curriculum is aligned with the 2030 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
#1
No Poverty
#8
Decent Work and Economic Growth
#5
Gender Equity
#12
Responsible Consumption and Production
Ethical and Sustainable Trade Certification
The importance of obtaining an ethical & sustainable trade certification
This certification can significantly impact grassroots entrepreneurs, farmers, producers, and exporters, providing numerous benefits. Here’s why it can transform your business and community:
01
Fair Prices:
Ensures that farmers receive fair and stable prices for their products. In conventional markets, small-scale farmers often struggle to negotiate fair prices, leaving them vulnerable to exploitation by middlemen and fluctuating market conditions.
It guarantees a minimum price that covers production costs and provides a safety net in times of market volatility.
03
Empowerment:
Empowers farmers and producers by giving them a voice in
decision-making processes.
They have a say in how premiums (additional money earned through Fair Trade sales) are invested in community projects, such as building schools, healthcare facilities, or improving agricultural practices.
05
Market Access:
Provides access to international markets that small farmers may not otherwise have.
This access can lead to increased sales opportunities, diversification of products, and reduced reliance on local monopolies or exploitative
trading practices.
07
Quality Standards:
Ethical & Sustainable Trade often maintains high-quality product standards.
This encourages farmers to improve the quality of their crops, leading to better market competitiveness and increased income.
09
Market Differentiation:
Ethical & Sustainable Trade products are recognized by consumers who prioritize
ethical and sustainable practices.
This differentiation can help small farmers and producers access niche markets and build brand loyalty among conscious consumers.
02
Poverty Reduction:
Practices help reduce poverty by increasing the income of
small farmers and their communities.
When farmers earn fair wages, they can invest in their farms, education, healthcare, and infrastructure, improving their overall quality of life.
04
Environmental Sustainability:
Encourages environmentally sustainable farming
practices.
Many certifications require adherence to environmentally friendly guidelines, which can help protect natural resources, reduce chemical pesticide and fertilizer usage, and promote organic farming methods.
06
Eliminating Child Labor and Exploitation:
Ethical & Sustainable Trade standards prohibit child labor and exploitative working conditions.
By obtaining this certification, producers commit to providing safe and fair working conditions for their employees, ensuring the protection
of workers' rights.
08
Community Development:
Ethical & Sustainable Trade premiums are often reinvested in the community to fund projects that benefit the entire community, such as building schools, providing clean water, or supporting healthcare services.
10
Social Responsibility:
Supporting Ethical & Sustainable Trade is a way for consumers and businesses to
demonstrate social responsibility and ethical business practices.
It aligns with the values
of many consumers who want to make ethical choices in their purchasing decisions.
In summary, obtaining an Ethical & Sustainable trade certificate is important and beneficial to small farmers or producers because it not only ensures fair prices but also empowers communities, promotes sustainability, eliminates exploitation, and opens up new market opportunities, ultimately improving the livelihoods and well-being of those involved in the production process.
PRODUCE LOCAL, GROW GLOBAL
A cross-cultural-multilingual export readiness curriculum for grassroots entrepreneurs, farmers, producers and exporters ©
The twelve module curriculum
The twelve module curriculum Is intended to provide export readiness
based on the following :
Module 1
Introduction to Ethical & Sustainable Trade and Sustainable Development Goals
Module 4
Sustainable Farming Practices
Module 7
Ethical & Sustainable Trade Certification Process
Module 10
Ethical Marketing and Branding
Module 2
SWOT Analysis for Sustainable Farming
Module 5
Value Addition and Quality Enhancement
Module 8
Social and Community Development
Module 11
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Impact Assessment
Module 3
Ethical & Sustainable Trade Principles in Agriculture
Module 6
Business Planning for Fair Trade Farms
Module 9
Export Policies and International Trade
Module 12
Advocacy and Policy Influence
Assessment and Evaluation
Quizzes, assignments, group projects, final presentation
The WeFairTrade Academy provides matchmaking opportunities for producers who
are ready to export their products to the Midwest of the USA and Canada: B2B marketplace.
Ethical & Sustainable Trade Certification
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