Video post

This is a very simple video, and it is very "to the point". It shows us all of the bad that happens to these people when fair trade is not used, and then it shows us all the benefits if it is used. We have so much control over the lives of these people and it is so easy for us to buy things with this "Free Trade" logo on it. Although this goal was for 2012, I am still up for the challenge in trying to get people to switch over to free trade products.

Check this blog out!

This blog contains so much good information on Fair Trade. It's one persons personal experience. The blog takes us through this journey and we see very different details and aspects about fair trade and how it is different in various countries. This blog is all about equality and brings up very interesting topics like human trafficking. It also does a good job of informing us on the different types of fair trade products and how they are made. This blog is definitely worth taking a look at.









http://journeyforfairtrade.blogspot.com/

Hypothesis

Why the heck am I writing an entire blog on Fair Trade? Because it's that important and I feel like it does not get the recognition that it deserves. During my senior of high school I took a social justice class that changed my life. I had a teacher by the name of Sister Sarah. Through out the semester one of the main topics we focused on was Fair Trade. Sister Sarah opened my eyes to what is really going on in the world. How human beings just like you and I can be forced to work in sweat shops for little to no money, and are forced to live horrible lives. How could we be buying products that were produced by people in sweatshops? It amazed me how I was basically supporting these cruel working conditions by purchasing these products. I really just want to inform people of what is really going on, and how we can actually make a difference in the world.

What is fair trade?

Believe it or not, many people don't know what fair trade really is. Many people just think of it as a little sticker on certain products at the super market, but it is so much more than that. Basically it is a system used to ensure that everyone gets a fair deal. By everyone I mean the consumers and producers. Keep in mind that fair trade is global and is all about equality. Fair Trade products have to go through a very detailed test to ensure that the product is worthy of the title. The pricing of the product is determined by the Fair Trade Labeling Organization. The price that is chosen is chosen for various reasons. It should cover the cost of production and the basic necessities that the people who produce it need. This ensure a better lifestyle for the people producing it. When paying for a fair trade product, not only do you help the workers who produced it, but you help out whole communities because the money gets invested back into the communities in which the product comes from. This has helped build schools, clinics, and even training the men and women of these towns and villages to be able to become more successful. Not only is fair trade good for the people of the world, but it is also good for the world, the environment. Fair trade farmers grow things naturally, no harsh chemicals or toxins are used. Lastly, fair trade helps those who are at the bottom of the economy. It helps these small businesses blossom and it gives them a chance to be successful.

http://www.greenamerica.org/programs/fairtrade/whattoknow/index.cfm

About Me

Hello world, my name is Amanda. I am fascinated with nature and all of the beauty it has to offer. I prefer the nicer things in life. I am obsessed with food. I love traveling. My heart belongs to family. I am quite the charmer. My blog is all about fair trade. Do you really know where your food comes from?

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