These figures are based on a May 2018 snapshot of 326 Fair Trade Enterprises and a separate analysis of the role of women in Fair Trade Enterprises conducted in January 2018.Ĭlick image for a high resolution copy of the factsheet. These figures are based on a May 2018 snapshot of 326 Fair Trade Enterprises and a separate analysis of the role of women in Fair Trade Enterprises conducted in January 2018. These enterprises show a better world is possible and we support them through a range of initiatives and projects. They pioneer upcycling and social enterprise, refugee livelihoods and women's leadership. 74% of these workers, farmers and artisans are women and women made up the majority of the leadership. Their direct impact includes 965,700 livelihoods supported through the operations and supply chains of these enterprises. Impactįair Trade Enterprises across the world are producing and trading, campaigning and educating for a better world. Once verified, all members have free use of the WFTO Guaranteed Fair Trade product label.
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Its Guarantee System is the only international verification model focused on social enterprises that put the interests of workers, farmers and artisans first. Through peer-reviews and independent audits, WFTO verifies members are mission-led enterprises fully practicing the 10 Principles of Fair Trade across their business and supply chains. The WFTO focuses on both social enterprise and Fair Trade. We are democratically run by our members, who are part of a broader community of over 1,000 social enterprises and 1,500 shops.
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Spread across 76 countries, WFTO members all exist to serve marginalised communities. To be a WFTO member, an enterprise or organisation must demonstrate they put people and planet first in everything they do. The WFTO is the global community and verifier of social enterprises that fully practice Fair Trade.
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The Global Community of Fair Trade Enterprises