13 Mar
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We are a Gold Certified Green America Business!

Did you know in addition to being a member of the Fair Trade Federation, UPAVIM Crafts is also a Gold Certified Green America business? What does that mean, exactly? Green America certifies businesses that are committed to using business as a platform for social change. Since 1982, Green America has evaluated over 8,000 small businesses. […]

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30 Dec
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UPAVIM Crafts end of year update

It has been an exciting year for the Crafts Project. In a partnership with Istmo University in Guatemala City, UPAVIM seamstress Mayra and volunteers Juliana and Luciana worked together to create a 70-page document packed with ready-to-implement product ideas, step-by-step instructions and suppliers list. It was an eye-opening and exciting experience for all those who were involved […]

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25 Nov
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Support #FairTuesday

When is Fair Tuesday? Fair Tuesday is December 2, 2014. Instead of doing your shopping on Black Friday, skip the crowds and wait for Tuesday! What is Fair Tuesday? #FairTuesday is an ethical shopping initiative created in response to Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The goal of #FairTuesday is to inspire conscious consumerism and show […]

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21 Aug
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Top 10 Reasons to Shop Fair Trade for Back to School

Some people might think of fair trade as simply a marketing ploy used to sell more products, but we know that when we buy fair trade products from fully committed fair trade organizations, they truly have a positive impact on the people who make them and their families and communities. In case you need a […]

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