Fairtrade Fortnight 2024 – Be the Change
This year we are celebrating 30 years of the Fairtrade Mark in Britain This means 30 years of farmers using the power of Fairtrade to drive positive change in their communities.
So, we’re expecting an extra special Fairtrade Fortnight from 9th to 22nd September.
The theme is Be the Change, spotlighting how YOU can Be the Change, by choosing Fairtrade every time.
Read more and access resources on this link
Our goal is more than people just being aware, it’s about them encouraging an active choice to support over 2 million Fairtrade farmers and workers across 58 countries, wherever possible, to ensure they can earn a fairer wage.
We’d like to see lots of organisations around SE Hants getting involved. It’s not too early to start planning! There are lots of ideas here and you can download all the 2024 resources here
You can also download the 30th anniversary report, ‘Growing Our Movement For Change,’ which contains the most recent information on the impact of decades of work to achieve fairer prices.
Since Fairtrade certified products first hit the supermarket shelves, Fairtrade has not only pioneered a unique, more equitable way of doing trade – and shown how it makes a tangible difference – it has become the world’s most recognised and trusted ethical label.
Despite this success, our global food system still isn’t fair. Farmers are part of a chain in which power is unfairly distributed. They are frequently forced to sell their crops for less money than they cost to grow. The climate crisis is making conditions more and more challenging for farmers.
So, let’s spread the word, support Fairtrade producers and call for trade justice.
The Future is Fair
It’s a simple message: choose Fairtrade now and help save our favourite foods. More of us choosing Fairtrade means extra income, power, and support for those communities, as they work to build sustainable and prosperous futures.
Fairtrade Fortnight in the Portsmouth area
We do have plenty of plans for Portsmouth but let us know if you can add anything to this list:
An exhibition in the Central Library from Saturday 7th September for 2 weeks
A Fairtrade service at St Mary’s Church Portsea on Sunday 8th September at 4 pm with preacher Cllr Hugh Mason and Fairtrade refreshments. More details here
A Fairtrade stall in the Cascades Shopping Centre on Thursday 19th September with chocolate and bananas to try.
A Fairtrade breakfast at the Anglican Cathedral on Sunday 15th September This is after the 8 am, 9.30 and 11.00 services.
Posters around the City
Talks to community and faith groups
2. SPREAD THE WORD
We need action taking place in every part of the country to spread the word about the power of Fairtrade. Whether it’s a coffee morning, a quiz night, social media post or something completely different, we look forward to hearing more about what’s going on in your area. Visit our Resource Library for more tools and ideas on how to spread the word.
3. BUY FAIRTRADE
Choosing Fairtrade now can help save the future of our favourite foods. You can find out all about different Fairtrade commodities on our Buying Fairtrade pages – you might be surprised!
During Fairtrade Fortnight, there will be a number of exciting activities – sign up to the newsletter to be the first to hear.
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