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Topic ~ Human Trafficking
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Topic ~ Food
The Hand that Milks the Cow
I continue to think of how results of Fairtrade practices filter down to farm laborers. Fairtrade considers fairness to farm owners but often leaves out fairness to laborers. This is often reflective of the need for awareness, education and a change in cultural...
Fairtrade – Conscious Consumerism Matters
The big news in my world this week is from Migrant Justice and Ben and Jerry’s, CEO. They signed the “Milk with Dignity” agreement in front of Ben & Jerry’s flagship ice cream store. Migrant Justice is a non-profit organization for Human Rights and Justice for...
Hunger Prevents Hope
Continuing my thoughts on October as Fairtrade month, I have been considering the human rights side of food access. On October 24th, I’ll be attending the Greater Franklin Food Council Meeting at the University of Maine Extension Franklin County Office. Lisa Laflin,...
Topic ~ Spiritual
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Topic ~ Building Community
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