This September, we have an exciting opportunity to work with other fair trade supporters and activist to share the importance of fair trade in the U.S. I've been attending the Fair Trade Federation conferences almost annually since I started World Shoppe (www.World-Shoppe.com) and became a member of the non-profit organization whose mission is to advance fair trade in the United States. My first conference happened to be the Fair Trade Futures Conference in Chicago and more than 750 people showed up - more than twice what the organizers expected. It was amazing.
So it is with much excitement that I am attending this year's conference in Boston, September 10-12. Whether you're a student, importer, fair trade shop owner, or someone interested in learning more about what fair trade means, I urge you to consider attending the conference. You can learn more about the planned events at: http://fairtradeconference.ning.com/. If you plan to attend, please let me know (you can connect with me on the Ning Network, too).
If you can't come, please help us spread the word - post the event on your Facebook pages, Twitter feeds, LinkedIn accounts, YouTube, other blogs, your Web site(s). The more people talking about this important event, the more people will learn and understand how important fair trade is in all of our lives.
What a wonderful way for all of us to show our support. I hope to see you there!
-Megy Karydes, Founder
World Shoppe
www.World-Shoppe.com
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Yes, we are considering it. The problem, only one of us can attend. Allen & Gail Christian, Fair Trade For All - Milwaukee (WI)
That's wonderful, Allen & Gail! I know it's hard to leave your shop to attend but I think that the information you learn and the networking to be had will help you and any other fair trade supporter grow as a person, business, organization and movement. I hope to see you again soon, Allen, or meet Gail in September. Cheers! -Megy
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