Lead for Change Blog

Ten Thousand Villages, Redondo Beach, CA

Ten Thousand Villages is a retail store that features all fair trade product. This store’s opening was supported by American Martyrs through efforts of American Martyrs parishioners who are founders of the store. The church continues to support the store through publishing artisan stories, volunteers who work in the store and support for our Fair […]

Canaan Palestinian Olive Oil

Olive Oil, Flavored Olive Oil, soaps

Pope Francis and Fair Trade Congregations

Fair Trade offers a powerful response to Francis’ challenge to “do something“ about this suffering, to shun indifference and avoid becoming an accomplice. Fair Trade products are free from exploitation, as certified by independent inspectors. And the Fair Trade logo on a package assures just wages and safe working conditions, combating poverty. Several parishes in […]

Win Win Solutions – An Introductions to Fair Trade and Economics

A curriculum connecting children around the world through the power of fairness and cooperation.

Fair Trade Chocolate – powerpoint for children

Created by Equal Exchange, this powerpoint has scrip for educators with each picture.

Fair Trade Campaigns 101

2015 Fair Trade Photofest Terms and Conditions

Setting Goals & Objectives 101

Sustainable Leadership 101

FT Photofest Sample Promotional Graphics & Captions

Your Chocolate Purchase Changes Lives

When you choose to purchase Fair Trade products, you endorse an economic system that provides opportunities for international farmers, artisans and workers to lift themselves out of poverty. The choice you make has a global impact – you are a participant in transforming the lives of farmers and artisans around the world.

Fair Trade Seafood – Sample Social Media Posts

Fair Trade and Environmental Sustainability 101

Fair Trade Colonie Informational Pamphlet

Want to know what we are about? Curious about our plan? Interested in learning more to see where you can help out? Read our pamphlet, created by our Lead Organizer Travis Brodbeck with assistance from resources from Fair Trade Campaigns and Fair Trade USA.

Bishop O’Dowd Fair Trade Policy

Bishop O’Dowd High School pledged to be committed to offer Fair Trade products in the 2012-2013 school year. The policy is attached; below are some highlights: – Fair Trade Steering Committee – Commitment to Fair Trade Coffees and Teas – Fair Trade apparel offerings in the “Dragon Den”

Congregations – Faith-Specific Resources

Fashion Revolution Education Posters

These posters can be printed on 8.5 x 11 paper and helps to educate your school about labor practices world-wide.