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'As consumers become more informed about the practices
and politics of international production and trade,
they want to use their purchasing power to support their
concerns of social justice and environmental sustainability'.
-Kimberly S. Grimes,
Made By Hand International Cooperative,
S. Bethany, DE, Spring 2004
FAIR TRADE CRITERIA
*Pay a fair wage in the local context.
*Provide equal opportunities for all people,
particularly the most disadvantaged.
*Engage in environmentally sustainable practices.
*Build long-term relationships.
*Provide healthy and safe working conditions.
The Fairies Pyjamas provide a choice for consumers.
We provide a way for you to support Fair Trade practices.
The Fairies Pyjamas design and sell Fair Trade garments
that are assembled by workers who are paid a fair salary
while working in a safe environment.
There are no sweat shops.
Our tags are printed on Nepali recycled hand made paper.
Nepali Fabrics are light yet warm,
wearing perfectly from hot days into chilly nights.
Working with Sujha Traders and Exports,
our Fair Trade facility in Kathmandu,
allows you to choose FAIR TRADE garments.
When you support Fair Trade
you support healthy employment and dignity for all people.
links to info sites
www.fairtradefederation.org
www.fairtraderesource.org
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