Fair Trade Northwest is a regional exchange network dedicated to the principles of economic justice, democracy and sustainability. We believe that many of the problems inherent in the global economic system can be addressed at a local level.
The global market economy defines what work is, who works, how much one earns and what standard of living one can enjoy. Events beyond our control determine the worth of the dollar and the worth of our labor. Under this market economy, millions of people are disenfranchised and undervalued. We believe that every human being has something to contribute and that our society cannot afford to overlook the unique skills and talents that each of us have to offer.