Fairtrade Fortnight 2018 26 FEBRUARY - 11 MARCH 2018 "Come On In"
Join Swansea Fair Trade Forum to celebrate this year's Fairtrade Fortnight! During the two weeks campaign, Swansea Fair Trade Forum and its members are putting on a range of local events. All events are FREE and with such a wide variety, there will be something for everyone!
Until Wed 28th February – Discover Fairtrade Gold Exhibition Throughout February, the Environment Centre plays host to an extraordinary photographic exhibition which highlights the challenges facing small-scale gold miners, and the difference Fairtrade can make. To check on access to the exhibition call the Centre on 01792 480200.
Mon 26th February – Fairtrade Coffee Morning at Oxfam Visit to the Oxfam shop on Union Street in Swansea for a FREE cup of Fairtrade coffee or tea, and a biscuit. 10am–12.30pm. For more details, call Clare on 01792 654287.
Sat 3rd March – St David’s Party Event at Waterfront Museum Swansea Fair Trade Forum will be joining the party to celebrate all things Welsh and mark the ten year anniversary of Wales becoming the first Fairtrade Nation. This family fun event at the National Waterfront Museum will take place from 12noon to 4pm and include folk music, crafts and choirs and, of course, Fairtrade stalls and FREE samples. For more details, contact the National Waterfront Museum on 02920 573600.
Mon 5th March – Traidcraft Stand at Killay Library Find out more about fair trade and try FREE samples at Killay Library from 10am–1.30pm. For more information, call Sheila on 01792 520732.
Wed 7th March – Action Aid Fairtrade Afternoon Tea Local volunteers from Action Aid will be offering some tasty treats in the Environment Centre’s café from 2.30pm to 4.30pm, including homemade cakes with Fairtrade ingredients alongside a selection of Fairtrade teas and coffees. £4 per person. Tickets can be booked in advance or on the day. For more information, call Ann on 01792 290874.
Wed 7th March – Traidcraft Stall at St. Mary’s Church, Clydach Pick up some Fairtrade goodies after the morning communion service. Everyone welcome. Stall open 11.15–11.45am. For more information, call Pam on 01792 845942.
Thu 8th March – Fair Trade Coffee Morning & Stall at Pontardawe Library Find out more about fair trade and try samples at Pontardawe Library from 10am to 12noon. For more information, call Brian on 01792 830330 or Pontardawe Library on 01792 862261.