The Fair Trade Federation describes Fair Trade as, “an equitable and fair partnership between businesses and organizations in North America and producers in the developing world. Fair trade businesses foster long-term and direct relationships with producers, because they know these connections are a highly effective way to help producers help themselves.”

At the Fair Trade Federation wholesalers, retailers, and producers are fully committed to

• Paying fair wages in local context;
• Supporting participatory workplaces;
• Ensuring environmental sustainability;
• Supplying financial and technical support;
• Respecting cultural identity;
• Offering public accountability; and,
• Educating consumers.

As part of our commitment to our community and partners, The Greener Life works with organizations that practice Fair trade principles at home as well as in their dealings with others worldwide.

For more information in Fair Trade, please go to www.fairtradefederation.org.