The Fair Trade apparel pilot program is the first clothing certification with a consumer-facing label that directly benefits the farmers who grow the cotton and the workers who sew the garments. The Fair Trade Certified label is a mechanism for companies to communicate a strong commitment to social and environmental responsibility directly to consumers at the point of purchase. In a Globescan study, when US consumers were asked what new product they would most like to see Fair Trade Certified, the top response was apparel and textiles.
With their Fair Trade premium, Hoja Verde established a health program for workers’ children. Realizing that treating illnesses alone was not sufficient, Hoja Verde created a system that made preventative healthcare a priority. Their health insurance program allows children to receive medical attention, treatment, vaccinations and vitamins for a low co-pay parents can easily afford.
Manufacturers
Please download the Intro Packet for Factories. The steps of Factory Certification include:
