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DEL.ICIO.USFair Trading in Atlanta
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The Body Shop in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
When most people hear “Fair Trade”, they probably think of coffee.
But in recent years, Fair Trade - generally defined as a commitment to equitable partnerships between highly industrialized nations and low-income producers in developing countries - has gained awareness in a variety of product areas.
For-profit companies in apparel, beauty and other industries are all employing fair trade practices. Thirty years ago, companies like Britain based Body Shop (now owned by L’Oreal) was the shining example, now there are established companies right here in Atlanta.
How much do you consider a company’s Fair Trade practices or social consciousness when buying products? Why is it important to you or not?
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