Top 10 Reasons YOU Should be a One Fair World Volunteer

We're always looking for new volunteers to help our in our store. Here's a list of the top 10 greatest things about being a volunteer at One Fair World.

1. You get to work with a lot of great people.
2. You expand your cultural knowledge by learning about the products you sell and the people who make them.
3. It's do-able commitment and works around your schedule.
4. It makes you feel good knowing you're helping other people in need.
5. Being able to shop for cool, unique gifts at work.
6. It looks great on a resume or college application.
7. Can you say 20% volunteer discount?
8. You gain appreciation for other cultures.
9. We have the greatest customers.
10. You become an advocate for a phenomenal cause.

If these reasons have you convinced to be a part of our team, come down to our store and pick up a volunteer application at the front desk. We'd be happy to have you on board :)

Sandbag Salem

To everyone whose families and friends were affected by the flooding - hang in there and stay safe!

For anyone looking to help out with sandbagging, here's a link to a great group of people who have been out working since yesterday.

https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Lets-Sandbag-Salem/287725171286301

Thanks to everyone who has helped preserve Salem. Best wishes to everyone.

Winter Clearance Sale

25% off Holiday Items

25% reduction - January 18th - 24th
50% reduction - January 25th - 31st
75% reduction - February 1st - 5th
Make an offer - February 6th - 8th

Shop early for the best selection, or wait if you dare for the best price.

What is Fair Trade?

“Fair trade.” It’s a phrase you’ve probably heard if you been in our store, and it’s becoming an increasingly popular trend to buy fair trade goods. But what is fair trade?

Simply put, fair trade is the practice of paying artisans in undeveloped countries a fair price for their goods. It is not a charity – it is a business relationship between the artisans and the vendors that strives to promote long term relations and end the exploitation of artisans and their communities.

There is a lot of skepticism that accompanies fair trade. Many people don’t believe that in this world of capitalism and greed, vendors are truly being fair to the artisans and that they are really being ripped off under the façade of the fair trade label. Ann Inlay, one of our most passionate volunteers, understands the suspicion, but firmly believes in the fair trade system.

“I’ve been Kenya and met with some of the artisans who create the products we sell in our store. Fair trade really does make a difference in these people’s lives. I’ve heard stories of people who were given hope because of fair trade. They are grateful for it.”

One Fair World represents hundreds of artisans in 36 different countries and those numbers are continually growing. By purchasing fair trade, whether it be coffee or jewelry or art, you are supporting a global effort to make fairness a standard in the international market. 

Happy New Year

Happy New Year everyone! This year is going to be a promising and exciting year for One Fair World and we're kicking it off with a brand new blog. Keep checking back for new stories, product profiles and more. Hope to see you all in our store :)