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What is a Fair Trade Town?

In June 2006, Media, PA satisfied the guidelines of the Fairtrade Foundation in the UK, becoming America's First Fair Trade Town. These are the five criteria set forth in those guidelines as described at http://www.fairtradetownsusa.org

  1. A local Fair Trade steering committee is formed that meets on a regular basis. The aim of the committee is to increase awareness of and demand for Fair Trade products through education, outreach and events.
  2. A range of Fair Trade products are available in local stores, cafes and other venues. These include Fair Trade Certified products and products sold by retailers that are members of the Fair Trade Federation.
  3. Fair Trade products are used by a number of local organizations, such as places of worship, schools, hospitals and offices.
  4. The local campaign attracts media attention and visible public support, including press and radio.
  5. The town or city council passes a resolution supporting Fair Trade and the local campaign.

Media, Pennsylvania