Traidcraft Exchange Update

Is this the world’s most ethical raffle? We certainly think so.

We are so excited to tell you all about this year’s raffle! We went back to basics when we thought about the raffle this year – and asked ourselves ‘How ethical can we make this?’. We think you’ll love the results…

It’s actually ethical three times over... 1. Prizes only from the best ethical brands and companies

2. Digital only – no trees will be harmed in the making of this raffle 3. 100% of each ticket price helps Traidcraft Exchange make trade fairer for everyone. In short, it’s sustainable prizes for an amazing cause.

So what’s up for grabs?

• A £200 voucher towards an eco-camping break at The

Hideaway @ Baxby Manor • 4 x Fairtrade afternoon tea hampers from Traidcraft • A cleaning product hamper from Bio-D • A £50 voucher to spend at Ethical

Superstore plus a gift bundle • Fair trade home items from Namaste

• A £50 voucher plus home gifts from Shared Earth

• Two gifts from Earth Squared • Three months’ supply of Divine chocolate • Three digital subscriptions to Ethical

Consumer magazine

So don’t miss out…

ENTER HERE

Invest in Hope this Christmas

When the delta variant of coronavirus arrived in rural Bangladesh, communities like Kamal’s suffered badly. A strict lockdown meant travel between provinces was restricted, resulting in a labour crisis and a delayed harvest. Prices went up as a result, pushing many in the region deeper into poverty. All of this, on top of increasingly salinated soil, rising sea levels and erratic weather equals a dire situation. But this Christmas, there is still hope despite all the darkness. For communities like Kamal’s, coming together in a formal group has changed everything. Together, they are learning new skills, saving money and fighting back against climate change. Through planting trees, investing in small businesses, and saving in case of disasters, community groups are building resilience and standing strong in the face of darkness.

Will you stand in solidarity with groups like Kamal’s this Christmas, and invest in the hope of a better world? Together, we can find new solutions and remain strong in these dark and difficult times.

FIND OUT MORE AND DONATE HERE

Camino Pilgrims Arrive!

The Traidcraft Exchange Camino de Santiago team has completed their challenge! After two years of waiting, the team finally set off from misty Sarria to walk the final 116km of the Camino Frances – and encountered all four seasons of Galicia’s changeable weather – in some cases over the course of one day! Our team, which had been Zooming together throughout the lockdowns, comprised of Traidcraft Exchange supporters, pioneering Traidcraft sellers and Traidcraft Exchange staff from both UK offices – and we were easily spotted by our fellow pilgrims by our striking teal t-shirts! With every step taken, every undulation over steep terrain and every blister plaster applied, the team were reminded of one thing - that their phenomenal fundraising efforts were helping deliver trade justice for those who need it most across the world.

The final approach through the pilgrim’s gate in Santiago was met with a short prayer and a moment of reflection – before celebration, photos in front of the iconic cathedral façade and a wellearned rest for our wonderful, weary pilgrims. We’d like to say a huge thank you to all our pilgrims and everyone who has sponsored the trek – thanks to you, we will be able to support even more people at the front line of climate and trade justice. If you’d like to show your appreciation for the amazing Camino Team, and haven’t yet sponsored them, head on over to traidcraftexchange.org/ donate and select ‘Camino de Santiago trek’ in the drop-down menu. ¡Buen Camino!