Fairtrade works with local communities, companies and governments to change the way trade works. Fairtrade Horsham is a group of volunteers working together promoting Fairtrade in Horsham. The group currently includes local supporters and members of Brighton Road Baptist, St John’s Roman Catholic, Lifespring, St Mary’s and St Mark’s Churches.
Sankara Azéta drives change for cocoa farmers
Meet Sankara Azéta. Sankara is a 39-year-old cocoa farmer and member of the ECAMOM cooperative. Sankara has been involved with Fairtrade since 2010. Typically, when cocoa production is down, farmers’ incomes suffer – but because of Fairtrade, Sankara worries less about her finances. With money combined from the Fairtrade Premium and cocoa farming, she opened a store that helps supplement her income in times when cocoa production is lower. Read more about the impact of the Fairtrade Premium.
Horsham has been a Fairtrade town since 2005. We are currently renewing Horsham’s Fairtrade Community Commitment, in recognition of the impact of our local action for a fairer, greener world. This will be a joint effort between local businesses, faith and community groups, schools and campaigners. Fairtrade Horsham works together with Sussex Green Living, Horsham Churches Together and Horsham Eco Churches.
The annual Horsham Fairtrade Christmas Market, Fairtrade Fortnight and Big Brew events are organised by Fairtrade Horsham. For more information please see our webpages, Facebook and Instagram or contact us by email.
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