Fair Trade USA (previously TransFair USA), a nonprofit organization, is the leading third-party certifier of Fair Trade products in the United States. Fair Trade USA audits and certifies transactions between U.S. companies and their international suppliers to guarantee that the farmers and workers producing Fair Trade Certified goods were paid fair prices and wages, work in safe conditions, protect the environment, and receive community development funds to empower and uplift their communities. Fair Trade USA educates consumers, brings new manufacturers and retailers into the Fair Trade system, and provides farmers with tools, training and resources to thrive as international businesspeople. Visit http://www.fairtradeusa.org for more information.
Specialties
Sustainable development, Supply chain transparency, Certification, agriculture
New hires at Fair Trade USA
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Development Specialist, Access to Capital
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C.E.O. Women, Volunteer and Business Coach
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Front Office Administrator/Certification Assistant
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LaRosa Design, Administrative Assistant & Sales Support
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Communications Specialist
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ImagiCal (American Advertising Federation), Public Relations and Promotions Department Analyst - UC Berkeley
Fair Trade USA Company Blog
- May 2, 2012