Need an excuse to go pick up some Ben & Jerry’s ice cream? With its commitment to using Fair Trade sugar, cocoa, vanilla, coffee, and bananas, you won’t feel guilty enjoying a Ben & Jerry’s sweet treat.
On the topic of treating yourself, look no further than Lush for Fair Trade lotions, bath bombs, soaps, and more. This company works to ensure that all ingredients used in its products (think almonds, cocoa, and coffee beans) are ethically sourced. Moreover, Lush is dedicated to paying its farmers and factory employees fair, living wages.
Patagonia has come a long way. Back in 2011, the outdoor clothing and gear brand made a shocking discovery. Its PR Director at the time reported, “We quite frankly discovered modern slavery in our supply chain… For Patagonia, it became an urgent priority to fix.” Fortunately, Patagonia teamed up with the NGO Verite to correct this wrong. Today, the company is known for its fair working conditions and pay. According to its website, Patagonia offers more “Fair Trade styles than any other apparel brand.”
While its prices are undoubtedly on the higher end, you can rest assured knowing that your money will result in living wages for Patagonia employees.
You might be familiar with Toms’ donation of a pair of shoes for every pair purchased, but did you know that this brand has also taken a stand against slave labor in its supply chains? Toms is a Certified B Corporation, meaning that it meets the highest standards for ethical production.
As the first home retailer to join Fair Trade USA, West Elm has positively impacted the lives of more than 12,000 workers. While not every product sold by West Elm is slave-free, you can support its Fair Trade Collection to create demand for ethically-produced furniture and bedding.
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