WFTO Asia Interns visit Fair Trade Chiang Mai

It was sunny and wonderful day to spend time together with two interns from WFTO Asia. Some of the main purposes of this visit include learning more about artisans and fair trade situation in Chiang Mai. As the visit was only one day, we couldn't cover as much as we want but we trust that the interns had good experiences by visiting two artisans and the family from finishing group in Chiang Mai and lunch break at Lanna Cafe where we shared FLO label and current situation of Fair Trade. The visit was ended by visiting main Fair Trade shop, discussion with Fair Trade staff and a bit of shopping :-). More photos >>>

WFTO

We are member of the World Fair Trade Organization, which represents 450 Fair Trade companies, associations, co-operatives, producers, importers, retailers, etc. ALL the members are 100% engaged in fair trade. The WFTO is the most important actor in fair trade; it is the voice and keeper of all its members all around the world.

WFTO operates in 75 countries throughout 5 world’s areas: Africa, Asia, Europe, South and North America. All these areas have their own specialized WFTO’s office: to give an access to political influence, prohibition, campaign, marketing and supervision. Only one global network represents all the fair trade chain, from producers to customers.

 

WFTO (French translation) : Organisation Internationale de Commerce Equitable

Nous sommes également membre de la WFTO, c’est une l’organisation représentante des 450 membres engagés à 100% dans le circuit du Commerce Equitable. Cette organisation est la voix et la gardienne des valeurs du Commerce Equitable.

La WFTO opère dans 75 pays, à travers 5 grandes régions du monde : Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique du sud et du nord. Chaque partie du monde a son représentant auprès de la WFTO internationale. Cela leur donne un accès plus simple à l’influence politique, la protection, la campagne et la surveillance. C’est le seul réseau de la chaîne équitable qui englobe tous les acteurs, du producteur jusqu’au consommateur.

Guest from Malaysia

As certified member of the world fair trade organization (WFTO) promoting fair trade is one of our goals. On June 27 we welcomed the delegates of the Ministry of Industrial Developement of Sabah Province in Malaysia. Our Managing Director Harry Wathittayakul gave them a fascinating insight not only on the workings of our large fair trade organization, but also on the sucess we have had in the past, and the challenges that we will face in the future.

TTC's MD at UNESCO Meeting

On May 19. our Managing Director, at the invitation of UNESCO regional unit for Social and human sciences also attended a meeting between UNESCO and a total of 12 NGO's and charitable organzations. Present for this informal exchange of opinions were several big name NGO's such as Amnesty International, Kenan Institute, and Habitat for Humanity, as well as some lesser known organizations. Each participant got a chance to introduce her/his organization. After that a lively exchange of opinions with main subject "social sciences" took place. It was also a good occasion to share NGO experiences, and to discuss problems connected to NGO work.