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7 Basic Keys to Successful Fair Trade Relationships

Posted on Oct 16, 2008 by GLI Editors.

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In honor of Fair Trade month, we thought we’d share seven basics keys to every successful Fair Trade relationship.
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As nice as it may be to say that we stay eco and always shop local, at some point we are all faced with the prospect of purchasing something made far away that has made its way onto our radar. If you’ve ever wondered about the who and the how of your item’s creation, you’re not alone.
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The Free World of Fair Trade

Posted on May 10, 2008 by GLI Editors.

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You might have seen that fair trade label, on a handwoven hat, a package of rice, an urn of coffee in a coffee shop, or a set of cotton sheets. Ever wonder exactly what that means?
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Fair Trade vs. Free Trade

Posted on Oct 12, 2007 by GLI Editors.

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There is a great deal of debate in the poltical world, the business world, and in the public sector over Free Trade versus Fair Trade. So what exactly is Free Trade and what is Fair Trade?

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The Positive Benefits of Fair Trade

Posted on Oct 12, 2007 by GLI Editors.

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Fair trade practices are designed not just to promote profit, but also to encourage better standards for an improved quality of life, specifically in developing countries. Fair trade practices address issues of wages, the environment, respect for existing cultures, and corporate accountability.

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