What does Fairtrade specifically aim to support?

Fairtrade specifically aims to support the fair treatment of suppliers and communities by ensuring that producers, particularly in developing countries, receive a fair price for their goods. This initiative seeks to empower farmers and workers by offering better trading conditions, which include fair wages, the ability to work in safe conditions, and access to essential resources that help improve their livelihoods.

It promotes sustainable practices and fosters community development through its pricing structures, which often include a premium that can be invested back into local communities. This focus on social justice helps create more equitable trading relationships, thereby tackling issues like poverty and inequality in global trade. Fairtrade emphasizes ethical supply chains and works towards enabling producers to have more control over their production processes and economic futures.