Fair Trade means equitable and fair partnerships in the international trading system.  It is a system that honors justice and sustainability through community, environment, producers and consumers; it puts people before profits.  Fair Trade works to empower producers and helps to ensure better lives and a better future for families and communities all over the world.

Fair Trade principles include:

* Paying fair wages in the local context

* Supporting safe, healthy, and participatory workplaces

* Ensuring environmental sustainability

* Supplying financial and technical support

* Respecting cultural identity

* Offering public accountability

* Building direct and long-term relationships

* Educating consumers