Swansea Fair Trade Forum
Everything you need to know about Fair Trade in Swansea!
The Swansea Fair Trade Forum is the main source of Fair Trade information and activity in Swansea.
On these pages you can find out where to buy Fair Trade products in Swansea, the latest Fair Trade news and events, links to similar-minded organisations and a wealth of web based resources.
Find out more about us here.
Latest News
Find out about this year's Fairtrade Fortnight in Swansea - click here
Some of the highlight events for 2021:
Climate Justice for a Fairer World
A panel discussion on tackling climate change & inequality
Thu 4th March, 7.00-8.30pm (via Zoom)
We have brought together a wealth of expertise on climate, fair trade, education and community action to share their views and experience on climate justice, both globally and locally. Panellists include former minister Jane Davidson, top climate expert Paul Allen, Traidcraft CEO Robin Roth, a young activist from Size of Wales and a fair trade producer. A free event organised by Swansea Fair Trade Forum and Swansea Environmental Forum in collaboration with Fair Trade Wales. For details and to register – click here.
Fairtrade Pops
Sat 6th March, 10.30-11.00am (via Zoom)
Join Swansea-based PopCycle to make Fairtrade Banana Ice Lollies. You can watch or join in and those that register will be sent notes on what will be needed to prepare the lollies. This session will be suitable for children with adult supervision. Instructions for joining the Zoom session will be emailed on the day before the event. For more information and to register – click here.
Online Fairtrade Cocktail Class
Sat 6th March, 7.30-8.30pm (via Zoom)
Join Hoogah Cafe and Bar for a fun cocktail demonstration session using Fairtrade spirits. Angie will host an introduction to fair trade bartending, come along and learn about some great products on the market and boost your cocktail knowledge along the way! Suitable for over 18s only. This is a free event but please register in advance – click here.
ARE YOU A TEACHER OR PROVIDING HOME LEARNING?
There are lots of great Fairtrade Fortnight teaching resources available including videos, quizzes and lesson plans in English and Welsh – click here.
KEEP ON BUYING FAIRTRADE
Please support Fairtrade farmers by choosing Fairtrade products in your weekly shop. Why not add at least one or two extra Fairtrade items to your shopping basket during Fairtrade Fortnight. Most supermarkets stock Fairtrade and so do some local specialist shops such as the Environment Centre Green Shop in Swansea: currently open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 10am-2pm or online at www.environmentcentre.org.uk/shop. many areas also have local Traidcraft suppliers e.g. for Swansea contact Pam Cram on 01792 845942.
Find out about this year's Fairtrade Fortnight in Swansea - click here
Some of the highlight events for 2021:
Climate Justice for a Fairer World
A panel discussion on tackling climate change & inequality
Thu 4th March, 7.00-8.30pm (via Zoom)
We have brought together a wealth of expertise on climate, fair trade, education and community action to share their views and experience on climate justice, both globally and locally. Panellists include former minister Jane Davidson, top climate expert Paul Allen, Traidcraft CEO Robin Roth, a young activist from Size of Wales and a fair trade producer. A free event organised by Swansea Fair Trade Forum and Swansea Environmental Forum in collaboration with Fair Trade Wales. For details and to register – click here.
Fairtrade Pops
Sat 6th March, 10.30-11.00am (via Zoom)
Join Swansea-based PopCycle to make Fairtrade Banana Ice Lollies. You can watch or join in and those that register will be sent notes on what will be needed to prepare the lollies. This session will be suitable for children with adult supervision. Instructions for joining the Zoom session will be emailed on the day before the event. For more information and to register – click here.
Online Fairtrade Cocktail Class
Sat 6th March, 7.30-8.30pm (via Zoom)
Join Hoogah Cafe and Bar for a fun cocktail demonstration session using Fairtrade spirits. Angie will host an introduction to fair trade bartending, come along and learn about some great products on the market and boost your cocktail knowledge along the way! Suitable for over 18s only. This is a free event but please register in advance – click here.
ARE YOU A TEACHER OR PROVIDING HOME LEARNING?
There are lots of great Fairtrade Fortnight teaching resources available including videos, quizzes and lesson plans in English and Welsh – click here.
KEEP ON BUYING FAIRTRADE
Please support Fairtrade farmers by choosing Fairtrade products in your weekly shop. Why not add at least one or two extra Fairtrade items to your shopping basket during Fairtrade Fortnight. Most supermarkets stock Fairtrade and so do some local specialist shops such as the Environment Centre Green Shop in Swansea: currently open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 10am-2pm or online at www.environmentcentre.org.uk/shop. many areas also have local Traidcraft suppliers e.g. for Swansea contact Pam Cram on 01792 845942.
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