What is Fair Trade?
Fair Trade is a global market-based social movement that puts higher ethical standards on consumer products. As a globally recognized marketing strategy, Fair Trade certification initiatives have proven to significantly and sustainably improve lives of producers and farmers throughout the world. Fair Trade Laos certifies products and companies that promote fair pricing for producers, good wages, better working conditions, higher environmental standards and maintaining traditional ways of life.
The 10 Principles of Fair Trade
Creating Opportunities for Impoverished Producers
PRINCIPLE #3Fair Trading Practices
PRINCIPLE #5No Child Labour and Forced Labour
PRINCIPLE #7Ensuring Good Working Conditions
PRINCIPLE #9Promoting Fair Trade
Transparency and Accountability
PRINCIPLE #4Payment of a Fair Price
Commitment to Non Discrimination and Gender Equality