In many ways, ours is an unfair world...
Across the planet, people in struggling economies may work hard to produce goods for which they receive little or no profit.
Middlemen often buy at unfair prices that leave producers plagued with poor working conditions, health problems, lack of education and damage to the environment.
The Global Handicrafts Marketplace invites you to take a wander through markets from Asia, Africa, Europe, South America, Central Asia and the Middle East.
All products are purchased on fair trade principles, with appropriate payment given those who grew or produced them.
Hong Kong's Fair Trade Week is here (May 9-17)
In honour of World Fair Trade Day (held every year on May 9), Hong Kong is celebrating a Fair Trade Week from May 9 to 17. Over those days, we invite you to have a special Fair Trade moment in your life, a "Fair Trade Break" as we call it. Just gather a few (or a lot) of friends, share something Fair Trade, and tell us about it.
While you're at it, why not register your moment with
Fair Trade Hong Kong who are keeping a tally of the city's participation, or even send them a picture of your event to be displayed at the street party finale event (see below). Their site also has ideas for activities you can do to mark the week, in case that is helpful.
Join a Fair Trade Celebration on May 17
Want a moment to celebrate Fair Trade with like-minded folks? Why not join a street party and mini-concert that will be held on the afternoon of May 17. This is a way for the Fair Trade Community to thank you for your support of Fair Trade, both in the previous week, and throughout the year. If you and/or your friends would like to be a part of it, you would be very welcome!
Date: May 17th (Sunday)
Time: 2:30 - 5:30pm
Venue: (Driveway of) The Lee Gardens,
Hysan Ave, Causeway Bay (Need a map? Go to
Google maps and search for this address.)
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