Gifts and Graces received wonderful news on June 17! We have received the long-awaited stamp of approval from WFTO – Philippines! Which is to say, that WFTO – Philippines has deemed that Gifts and Graces abides by the 10 principles of Fair Trade which are:
- Creating opportunities for economically disadvantaged producers.
- Transparency and Accountability
- Fair Trading Practicing
- Payment of Fair Price
- Ensuring No Child Labor and Forced Labor
- Commitment to Non Discrimination, Gender Equity and Freedom of Association
- Ensuring Good Working Conditions
- Providing Capacity Building
- Promoting Fair Trade
- Respect for the Environment
Gifts and Graces would like to thank Mr. Ronald Lagazo of World Fair Trade Organization of the Philippines who visited two of our partner communities. He visited Pangarap Foundation where he met with their Program Director, Ms. Lea Lanzuela and Kapitbahayan Candles where he talked to Ate Zeny de Guzman. His visits were made to ensure that Fair Trade practices are being observed and his audit affirmed Gifts and Graces' integrity and commitment to Fair Trade practices.
The WFTO – Philippines accreditation guarantees that the Gifts and Graces products you love and support help achieve social, economic and environmental goals. When buying fair trade products, look for the WFTO Philippines fair trade seal. By buying Gifts and Graces products you become a Fair Trade advocate and champion!
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