Lead for Change Blog

Advocates for Human Rights

October 18, 2012

Advocates for Human Rights (AHR) focuses on civil rights issues around the world and at home. We promote awareness and encourage discussion of social justice and injustice, using both as a launch board for activism. We work with the hope that by encouraging our peers and empowering others we can make a change. Our current […]

The Catholic Commuinty of St. Thomas More

October 16, 2012

Justice United … is the new name for the Orange County Organizing Committee, also known as “Orange Juice” (Justice United In Community Effort), is an independent, non-partisan, non-profit organization directed by a team of leaders from participating institutions and served by a professional organizing staff. Justice United is affiliated with the Industrial Areas Foundation the […]

Human Rights Cities

October 15, 2012

Welcome! Human rights are for all people, everywhere, and under all circumstances. No exceptions. That is what Carrboro and Chapel Hill promised when they signed the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 2010. The Human Rights Center of Carrboro & Chapel Hill is a community center located in the barrio, in the tradition of Saul […]

World Micro Market, UNC Chapel Hill

October 15, 2012

Printer-friendly version World Micro Market, a Campus Y initiative, is a weekly international forum and emporium for students to economically empower individuals around the world and to develop awareness about international issues. Global Hands imports goods from NGOs and impoverished/vulnerable individuals from around the world to create another market for them, thereby contributing to the […]

Sustainable Furnishings Council

October 15, 2012

The Sustainable Furnishings Council is a non-profit balanced coalition of industry players founded at High Point, NC in October 2006 to promote sustainable practices among manufacturers, retailers, and consumers alike. The SFC recognizes the overwhelming scientific consensus that our world is experiencing dangerous global climate change. SFC members acknowledge the tremendous urgency, and take immediate […]

Aban

October 15, 2012

a * (ban): West African symbol Direct translation: Fence, Representing a fenced home, A protector, Double security, Safe and Sound. Previous Next A Ban Against Neglect ABAN is an organization working to solve two problems with one united solution. Every day, over 40 tons of plastic waste is thrown into the streets of Accra, Ghana. […]

Kenan-Flagler Business School, Net Impact Club

October 15, 2012

Net Impact The UNC Kenan Flagler Net Impact Club is a group of 200+ MBA students interested in helping make positive social and environmental impact through our careers. Through seminars, guest panels and networking events, Net Impact provides students of all functions an opportunity to increase the triple bottom line. Our Mission Statement The Mission […]

Church of Reconciliation

October 15, 2012

We are called to proclaim in word and action the gospel of Jesus Christ. We are guided by a vision that neither race nor gender, neither ethnic origin nor sexual orientation, neither age nor infirmity, neither marital status nor educational background, neither economic condition nor any other aspect of personhood will divide this Christian community, […]

Trader Joes

October 15, 2012

It all started in the 50s… Would you believe we started out as a small chain of convenience stores? It’s true. Way back in 1958. We were called Pronto Markets. In ’67, our founder, the original Trader Joe, changed our name (yes, to Trader Joe’s) and the way we do business. We made the stores […]

Foothill Vocational Opportunities Solutions

October 4, 2012

Provides custom, agile and proven assembly, packing, staffing and powder coating services for business, industry, non-profits, and other organizations.

Conference Keynote: Kelsey Timmerman

October 3, 2012

Fueled by passion and curiosity, Kelsey Timmerman tells the story of the items we often take for granted. A freelance writer who covers global social issues, Timmerman is the author of Where Am I Wearing?: A Global Tour to the Countries, Factories, and People That Make Our Clothes. This October, he will be the featured […]

Organizer Spotlight: Joe Michon – Claremont, CA

October 1, 2012

This blog post comes from Fair Trade Claremont’s own Joe Michon. Read on to follow Claremont’s journey to its declaration as a Fair Trade Town! It’s All About People Fair Trade house parties in the fall of 2010 laid the groundwork for a Towns Campaign. Friends gathered with refreshments, a video (“Fair Trade: The Story”) […]

Conference News: Program Details & Theme

September 26, 2012

Fair Trade Campaigns Conference October 26 – 28 | Chicago, Illinois Register Here!   Building off of the success of last year, the second national conference will be centered around the theme of “Building Partnerships for a Stronger Movement.” The goal of this conference is to deepen the local grassroots commitment to Fair Trade around the […]

Hoist the main sail, tharrr be coffee on the high seas!

September 23, 2012

Carrotmob is a new way for people to influence businesses to make them more sustainable. Instead of organizing boycotts, we offer to spend money as a group to support a business if the business agrees to make an improvement that we care about. Everyone wins – businesses get money and we achieve unprecedented social impact. […]

Conference Keynote: Kirsten Moller, Global Exchange

September 19, 2012

Fair Trade Campaigns Conference October 26 – 28 | Chicago, Illinois Register Here! Kirsten Moller, a founding member of Global Exchange in 1988, has long been a leader in the effort to create a more just global society. She will be a featured Keynote Speaker at the Fair Trade Campaigns Conference, taking place in Chicago […]

Conference News: Travel Stipend & Hotel Room Block Information

September 14, 2012

REGISTER, APPLY & BOOK HERE The wait is finally over! We are eager to announce hotel accommodations and travel stipend information for the upcoming Fair Trade Campaigns Conference taking place in Chicago on October 26 – 28. Space and funds are limited, so if you haven’t registered yet, now is the time!  Follow this link […]

Fair Trade Towns USA was inspired to build demand for Fair Trade bananas after visiting a Fair Trade cooperative in the Dominican Republic in March of 2012.

Proudly Presenting: Go Bananas for Fair Trade!

September 13, 2012

  Let the National Celebration for Fair Trade Bananas Begin Did you now that bananas are the world’s most popular fruit? The Go Bananas for Fair Trade web page and toolkit will help you identify where Fair Trade bananas are available in your community and, if not, how to build the strategic relationships and consumer […]

Short Film Contest for Students

September 10, 2012

Your chance to win a $1000 cash prize and to spend a week with a Fair Trade documentary team in Latin America! Produce a creative, inspiring and memorable short film that explains Fair Trade and encourages students to take action on campus. THE PRIZES Grand Prize Trip to Latin America with a Fair Trade documentary […]