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Formation	N/A
Type	Fair trade
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Language	N/A
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Leader name	N/A
Website	www.traidcraft.co.uk

Latest revision as of 17:00, 8 March 2025

Traidcraft is a fair trade organization based in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1979, it aims to fight poverty through trade, practicing and promoting approaches to trade that help marginalized people in developing countries transform their lives.

History[edit]

Traidcraft was established in 1979 by a group of individuals who were inspired by the Christian principles of justice and fairness. The organization was founded by Richard Adams, who was motivated by the desire to create a trading company that would benefit producers in developing countries.

Operations[edit]

Traidcraft operates by sourcing products from developing countries and selling them in the UK market. The organization focuses on ethical sourcing and ensures that producers receive a fair price for their goods. Traidcraft's product range includes food, beverages, handicrafts, and textiles.

Impact[edit]

Traidcraft has had a significant impact on the lives of producers in developing countries. By providing access to the UK market, Traidcraft helps producers earn a sustainable income and improve their living conditions. The organization also invests in community development projects and provides training to help producers improve their skills and productivity.

External links[edit]

Official website

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Traidcraft gallery[edit]

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-[[file:Traidcraft.png|thumb|Traidcraft]] [[file:Geobar.jpg|thumb|Geobar|left]] '''Traidcraft''' is a [[fair trade]] organization based in the [[United Kingdom]]. It was established in 1979 with the mission to fight poverty through trade, practicing and promoting approaches to trade that help marginalized people in developing countries transform their lives. Traidcraft is known for its pioneering role in the fair trade movement and its efforts to ensure that producers receive a fair price for their goods.
-==History==
+{{Infobox organization
-Traidcraft was founded in 1979 by a group of individuals who were inspired by the principles of fair trade. The organization began by importing and selling handicrafts from developing countries. Over the years, Traidcraft expanded its product range to include food items such as [[tea]], [[coffee]], [[sugar]], and [[chocolate]].
+| name = Traidcraft
+| logo = <!-- Image link here -->
+| type = [[Fair trade]]
+| founded = 1979
+| location = [[United Kingdom]]
+| key_people = [[Richard Adams (social entrepreneur)|Richard Adams]]
+| area_served = [[International]]
+| industry = [[Retail]]
+| products = [[Fair trade products]]
+| website = [http://www.traidcraft.co.uk www.traidcraft.co.uk]
+}}
-==Operations==
+'''Traidcraft''' is a [[fair trade]] organization based in the [[United Kingdom]]. Founded in 1979, it aims to fight poverty through trade, practicing and promoting approaches to trade that help marginalized people in developing countries transform their lives.
-Traidcraft operates by sourcing products directly from producers in developing countries. The organization works with cooperatives and small-scale producers to ensure that they receive fair prices and that their working conditions meet ethical standards. Traidcraft also provides support and training to help producers improve their skills and increase their income.
-==Products==
+== History ==
-Traidcraft offers a wide range of products, including:
+Traidcraft was established in 1979 by a group of individuals who were inspired by the [[Christian]] principles of justice and fairness. The organization was founded by [[Richard Adams (social entrepreneur)|Richard Adams]], who was motivated by the desire to create a trading company that would benefit producers in developing countries.
-* [[Handicrafts]]
-* [[Food and drink]]
-* [[Clothing]]
-* [[Homeware]]
-These products are sold through various channels, including online, through catalogues, and in retail stores.
+== Operations ==
+Traidcraft operates by sourcing products from [[developing countries]] and selling them in the UK market. The organization focuses on [[ethical sourcing]] and ensures that producers receive a fair price for their goods. Traidcraft's product range includes [[food]], [[beverages]], [[handicrafts]], and [[textiles]].
-==Impact==
+== Impact ==
-Traidcraft has had a significant impact on the lives of many producers in developing countries. By providing fair prices and support, the organization has helped improve living standards and promote sustainable development. Traidcraft also advocates for fair trade policies and practices at a national and international level.
+Traidcraft has had a significant impact on the lives of producers in developing countries. By providing access to the UK market, Traidcraft helps producers earn a sustainable income and improve their living conditions. The organization also invests in [[community development]] projects and provides training to help producers improve their skills and productivity.
-==Challenges==
+== See also ==
-Despite its successes, Traidcraft has faced several challenges, including competition from larger companies and economic pressures. In recent years, the organization has had to adapt its business model to remain viable, including restructuring and focusing on its core mission.
-==See also==
 * [[Fair trade]]
 * [[Ethical consumerism]]
 * [[Sustainable development]]
-* [[Cooperative]]
-* [[Social enterprise]]
-==Related pages==
+== External links ==
-* [[Fairtrade Foundation]]
+* [http://www.traidcraft.co.uk Official website]
-* [[World Fair Trade Organization]]
-* [[Oxfam]]
-* [[Equal Exchange]]
-* [[Ten Thousand Villages]]
+{{Fair trade organizations}}
 [[Category:Fair trade organizations]]
 [[Category:Organizations established in 1979]]
-[[Category:Non-profit organizations based in the United Kingdom]]
+[[Category:Retail companies of the United Kingdom]]
 [[Category:Social enterprises]]
+== Traidcraft gallery ==
-{{Fairtrade-stub}}
+<gallery>
+File:Traidcraft.png|Traidcraft
+File:Transform Trade logo.png|Transform Trade logo
+</gallery>