Build Back Fairer: Standing With Producers
Nicola Taylor • August 24, 2021
The Woman Farmer Foundation of Eswatini: 7th September 12.30-1.30pm.
The Balmore Trust, JTS and Gavins Mill invite you to the first of a series on online meetings to hear from some of our Fair Trade producer partners about work they are doing in their local communities and what we can do to support them.
The first of these events will focus on the work of the Woman Farmer Foundation of Eswatini, which aims to empower and develop woman and young people who will in turn inspire and support their local communities to mitigate the effects of rural poverty.
Their Youth Technological tunnel project aims to empower young people aged 18-35 years from rural areas in Eswatini, offering training in high tunnel farming methods. This innovative technology promotes the growth of high value crops using sustainable technology aimed at combating climate change. High tunnels are low cost structures that make use of solar energy, protect crops form extreme weather conditions and have been shown to improve agricultural yields.
The aims of the project are to improve job security and income for rural young people, to increase youth involvement in Eswatini’s production of high value crops and to create and promote community youth agri-business models.
Watch the video below to find out more about the products available to buy from Eswatini through JTS and Gavin's Mill.
We would love for you to join us to learn more about the Tunnel Project and hear directly from some of the participants. Register now on Eventbrite for a Zoom link to attend this virtual event and learn more about how you can help to Build Back Fairer and Stand with the Producers. We look forward to seeing you there!
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A Fair Trade stall is about so much more than selling tea, coffee and chocolate. Every purchase supports smallholder farmers and producers who are working incredibly hard to build sustainable livelihoods in the face of climate change, rising fuel costs and an unpredictable global market. For many of the communities we work with, having reliable customers is essential. By running a True Origin stall at your church, you become part of that support network, helping to create regular demand for products that often aren't available in supermarkets or high street shops. Whether your church is passionate about global justice, caring for creation or simply making a practical difference, a Fair Trade stall is a simple but powerful way to turn those values into action. Start Small You don't need a huge team or a large budget to get started. Begin by talking with your church leaders about the idea. Many churches are happy to provide a small loan or donation to purchase initial stock, particularly if it can be repaid gradually as sales grow. Remember that most of the income from a stall is best reinvested into buying more stock rather than raising money for church funds. This helps keep the stall sustainable and ensures producers continue to receive orders. If you're new to running a stall, don't worry, you won't be on your own. The True Origin team and experienced Fair Traders are always happy to share advice and practical tips.
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