Co-operate. for Change! Fairtrade in your school. A resource pack for primary school teaching on Fairtrade and ethical enterprise.

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2 Co-operate for Change! Fairtrade in your school A resource pack for primary school teaching on Fairtrade and ethical enterprise.

3 What is Fair? Start a Young Co-operative What is trade? Your students are the leaders of tomorrow s trade, commerce, businesses and political parties and may, one day, become the very best friends that Fairtrade has ever had.

4 CO-OPERATE FOR CHANGE! FAIRTRADE IN YOUR SCHOOL Contents A few words about Fairtrade 04 Introduction 05 Learning outcomes 09 Curriculum links 09 Outline of the pack 10 How to use this pack 12 Activities Photo library and video library 15 Case studies Playing cards 15 Poster 15 Young Co-operatives The Enterprise Network 19 Feedback Contacts 20 Acknowledgements 21 22

5 CO-OPERATE FOR CHANGE! FAIRTRADE IN YOUR SCHOOL In this era of competitive global trade, small-scale farmers like ours have little or no chance of survival without the kind of market intervention that is provided through Fairtrade Dr Kenny D Anthony, Prime Minister of Saint Lucia We now have a water pump by our school and if you support Fairtrade we will get more money to make more water pumps. That s why it s important you support Fairtrade! Raphael Agyapong, son of a Kuapa Kokoo cocoa co-operative family, Ghana Fairtrade is a very good benefit to us. It has helped us by building roads, schools, leaf collection sheds, and a clinic at the factory. Irene Kijara, Fairtrade tea farmer, Uganda My message to shops in the UK is stock more Fairtrade chocolate so cocoa farmers like my family are guaranteed a fair deal. Salomey Kade, daughter of a Kuapa Kokoo cocoa co-operative family, Ghana from Fairtrade producer communities We all have to go shopping and Fairtrade is just going shopping with a bit of respect. Mr Ohemeng, Former Managing Director, Kuapa Kokoo Cocoa farmers co-operative, Ghana A few words about Fairtrade I think that everybody should be treated fairly and even though we are young we can make a difference! Geena...from young people in the UK Fairtrade should be the only trade that exists. Its not charity; its what s right. The more people who commit to buying Fairtrade products the more farmers can get a fair deal. It s not rocket science, just common sense! James Sunil

6 Introduction In the morning we drink coffee provided for us by a South American, or tea by a Chinese, or cocoa by a West African. Before we leave for our jobs we re already indebted to more than half the world. Martin Luther King Fairtrade is a system designed to ensure that growers in developing countries are paid a fair and stable price for the goods that we buy from them. Fairtrade is a growing phenomenon worldwide and already has a rapidly developing network of friends and supporters. These range from individuals who buy Fairtrade products when out shopping, right through to businesses such as Traidcraft and Divine Chocolate, whose core mission is to work with producers in developing countries to help them trade their way out of poverty. In this pack you will find lots of useful information; from what Fairtrade is and how Fairtrade operates, to real life stories of some of the people involved in Fairtrade production. There are lots of classroom activities and ideas to help you inform and empower your students, along with suggested ways on how to develop whole school support. The website contains information and activities as well as additional resources, including case studies on the lives of people in Fairtrade communities; an image library packed with photos; and videos such as Matthew s Fairtrade Story a short film in which a nine-year-old Salford schoolboy takes his audience on a storybook journey to Africa to understand the difference between Fairtrade and the harsh realities that can so often lie behind conventional trade. CO-OPERATE FOR CHANGE! FAIRTRADE IN YOUR SCHOOL 05

7 CO-OPERATE FOR CHANGE! FAIRTRADE IN YOUR SCHOOL So what is Fairtrade? Fairtrade is an alternative approach to conventional world trade. It is a partnership between producers and consumers, based on reciprocal benefit and mutual respect. Fairtrade ensures producers in the developing world (countries in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean and Latin America) receive a fair price for the things they grow and the work they do, and gain better access to markets both at home and abroad. It aims to tackle the long-term problems through sustainable development for excluded and disadvantaged producers. For the farmers, Fairtrade means: Being paid a fair price for the work they do. A commitment to long term relationships between producers and buyers, providing stability and security. Producer organisations are supported in their social development projects, such as providing health care and education facilities. Sustainable environmental projects and practices are supported, such as tree planting and farming without using harmful chemicals. Respect for people s rights, for example promoting gender equality to change the traditional low position of women in some societies. Being able to have more control over their own lives.

8 The co-operative movement was born way back in 1844 out of a need for a new way of doing business fairly, honestly and democratically But what has all this got to do with co-operation? The co-operative movement shares the same ethos and values as Fairtrade, and is one of its best friends. The co-operative movement was born way back in 1844 out of a need for a new way of doing business fairly, honestly and democratically in a world that, even then, was seeing exploitation of the weak, few rights for workers, unfair trading practices and poverty being inflicted on humanity. That is why, in today s modern co-operative, the customer members (who democratically own it), supporter networks (such as Young Co-operatives and the Woodcraft Folk), and over 3,000 shops nationwide, are so keen to support and promote Fairtrade. This pack has been produced by the Co-operative College, with funding from the Enterprise Network, to support teaching and learning about Fairtrade and introduce ethical enterprise education in primary schools. Take a look through the pack and see why Fairtrade is so important and how introducing the idea into your school will capture the imagination of the youngest and most receptive of all audiences. With their clear, simple and uncomplicated views on the fundamentals of right and wrong you are sure to witness a passionate response from your students as they begin to understand why poverty is so often avoidable and unnecessary but that hope exists in the shape of Fairtrade. After all, your students are the leaders of tomorrow s trade, commerce, businesses and political parties and may, one day, become the very best friends that Fairtrade has ever had. CO-OPERATE FOR CHANGE! FAIRTRADE IN YOUR SCHOOL 07

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10 Aims of the pack This resources pack has been developed to assist teachers at primary level (specifically KS2) to introduce the concept of Fairtrade, and the role of co-operative enterprise, to their students. The first aim is to develop awareness of what Fairtrade means and how it works. A developmental approach has been adopted starting by establishing an understanding of the basic ideas of fairness and trade. The pack moves on to look at how these two elements combine in the concept of Fairtrade, and how co-operatives play a vital role in this. The second aim of the pack is to inspire and facilitate action. The final section offers a variety of ways in which students can get involved through awareness raising and promotional activities, setting up a Young Co-operative, and becoming a Fairtrade School. Learning Outcomes Use of the learning activities in this pack will: Develop a conscious understanding of the concept of fairness. Increase awareness of the global trade system. Develop an understanding of how Fairtrade works and the impact it has on the lives of farmers and producers in some of the world s poorest communities. Provide practical experience of the benefits of working together co-operatively. Introduce the idea of co-operatives and how these value-based enterprises have been instrumental in improving conditions in poor communities. Inspire students to take action, both individually and collectively, to promote Fairtrade. Empower students through practical examples of how their actions can make a difference. CO-OPERATE FOR CHANGE! FAIRTRADE IN YOUR SCHOOL 09

11 CO-OPERATE FOR CHANGE! FAIRTRADE IN YOUR SCHOOL Curriculum links According to the primary National Curriculum: Education influences and reflects the values of society, and the kind of society we want to be. It is important, therefore, to recognise a broad set of common values and purposes that underpin the school curriculum and the work of schools. The government has set out two broad aims for schools to develop their own curriculum within: Aim 1: The school curriculum should aim to provide opportunities for all pupils to learn and to achieve. Aim 2: The school curriculum should aim to promote pupils spiritual, moral, social and cultural development and prepare all pupils for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of life. The concept of something being fair is easily grasped by students of all ages. The issue of Fairtrade can appeal to their natural sense of justice, and provides an ideal vehicle for teaching throughout the curriculum. Education plays a vital role in helping children and young people recognise their contribution and responsibilities as citizens of this global community and equipping them with the skills to make informed decisions and take responsible actions.

12 Including the global dimension in teaching means that links can be made between local and global issues. It also means giving young people opportunities to: Critically examine their own values and attitudes. Appreciate the similarities between peoples everywhere, and value diversity. Understand the global context of their daily choices and local actions. Develop skills to help combat injustice, prejudice and discrimination. Such knowledge, skills and understanding enable young people to make informed decisions about playing an active role in the global community. Teaching about Fairtrade can meet specific goals within all areas of the National Curriculum. The following are just a few examples of knowledge, skills, and understanding which can be developed through teaching on Fairtrade: Citizenship Understanding the world as a global community, and the interconnectedness of people and places, eg the link between producers and consumers. Thinking about topical issues, eg Fairtrade as part of education for sustainable development. Participating and being responsible in school and community based activities, eg arranging a Fairtrade event, or running a Fairtrade campaign. Taking action to bring about positive change. Design and Technology Investigation and evaluation of existing products, eg comparing Fairtrade and other brands, designing own menus, recipes and packaging. Appropriate use of resources and technologies. Environmental impact of production, eg comparing the impact of producing Fairtrade products with others. Views of producers and users. English Response to the media and advertising, eg claims made by some companies to be Fairtrade. Persuasive writing, eg letters to supermarkets encouraging them to stock Fairtrade products. Discussion analysing and debating. Creative writing, poetry and drama. World literature exploring different cultures and developing an understanding of the experiences of producers. Geography Development issues, including interdependence, globalisation, quality of life and sustainable development. Geographical enquiry, eg Fairtrade as a topical issue. Knowledge and understanding of places, eg through case studies/comparisons of producers in the South and North. History The history of the co-operative movement provides many insights into conditions during the industrial revolution. Impact of the expansion of trade and colonisation. 20th Century world, eg Human Rights. ICT Word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software skills. Internet research skills. Maths Data handling and analysis, using Fairtrade statistics, or data gathered by students carrying out Fairtrade research. Numeracy skills: understanding marketing and promotion of products. PHSE Fairtrade is an ideal topic for tutorial time and assemblies:. - Considering social and moral issues. - Taking responsibility and taking part. - Making choices and decisions, eg as a consumer. Religious Studies Conventional trade, Fairtrade and their impact provide an opportunity for work on: - Peace, justice and fairness. - Stewardship and the environment. - Values and moral issues. Many of the activities in the pack offer the opportunity to develop research skills and teachers will easily identify opportunities to expand on these by adding their own topics for research such as: What happens to the Fairtrade premium? How are the products grown/made/processed? Are there other products which could be marketed through Fairtrade? CO-OPERATE FOR CHANGE! FAIRTRADE IN YOUR SCHOOL 11

13 CO-OPERATE FOR CHANGE! FAIRTRADE IN YOUR SCHOOL Outline of these resources The teaching materials on the website are divided into six sections: What is Fair? What is Trade? What is Fairtrade? What are Co-operatives? How do Fairtrade Co-operatives Help People? Co-operate for Change! School Action Guide. An outline of the content of each section is given below. What is fair? This section explores the concept of fairness beginning with the pupil s individual experience and moving on to consider how some groups are treated differently from others, both in our community and globally. It offers a number of simple activities designed to explore and reinforce children s understanding of the idea of fairness and to link their personal experiences with wider issues of social justice. What is trade? This section introduces the concept of trade the way people around the world buy and sell goods and services to get the things they need or want. The rapid globalisation of recent years means that the generations growing up today are rarely surprised to find that everyday objects and products have come from distant parts of the planet. But a common misapprehension is that trade is always fair. After all, who would sell their goods or services unless they were able to command a fair price for them? What is Fairtrade? This section looks at what Fairtrade is all about and what it means for farmers in developing countries. It opens by reminding students that farmers in developing countries don t always get a fair price and how this can make life difficult for them. It then explains Fairtrade as a way of making sure these farmers get a fair deal and introduces the Fairtrade Mark, outlining what the Mark means for both producers and consumers. The section then goes on to explore what kinds of Fairtrade products are available and where they can be found in the shops. It shows that Fairtrade is a huge, global phenomenon and highlights how, by choosing Fairtrade or telling people about it, we can make a really big difference as part of a powerful movement. Finally, the idea that Fairtrade is about co-operating or working together is introduced. Trading is a familiar idea to KS2 children who can become skilled bargainers when swapping sweets, games and toys in the playground (even if this is not officially allowed by the school). Swapping trading cards, such as the ubiquitous Pokémon series, may be children s first experience of a basic form of trade. They learn quickly and informally, through peer education rather than adult guidance, and develop an awareness of both intrinsic and ascribed value through these exchanges. The idea of giving monetary values to things in order to facilitate the swapping of objects that cannot easily be compared is an extension to the barter system completely familiar to children even if they would have as much difficulty as adults do in explaining how money actually works.

14 What are Co-operatives? Co-operatives are the vital form of economic organisation underpinning the Fairtrade system. Without co-operative business structures the benefits of Fairtrade could not be delivered to the developing world farmers which it is targeted to support. Co-operatives have existed for over 150 years, and touch the lives of ordinary people in every corner of the world. Before going on to examine how Fairtrade co-operatives help farmers and producers in the world s poorest communities, this section will explore what co-operatives are, where they came from, and how they benefit their members in a wide variety of economic and social circumstances. How do Fairtrade Co-operatives Help People? This section explores some of the ways that Fairtrade helps communities in developing countries have a better standard of living. It starts by discussing how Fairtrade farmers work together and are organised into co-operatives. It uses case studies to bring home the real life impact of Fairtrade and focuses on areas that children will be able to relate to in their own everyday lives. These areas are: Co-operatives have existed for over 150 years, and touch the lives of ordinary people in every corner of the world. Water: Having easy access to clean, safe, accessible drinking water School: Having the opportunity to get a good education Health: Access to doctors and hospitals, and being able to afford to buy medicine. It is important to understand here that Fairtrade is different to charity; charity can help communities too. However, Fairtrade allows people to use the money that they have earned themselves through trading their products to build a better life for their communities. The money for community projects included in the Fairtrade price is called the Social Premium. Co-operate for Change: School Action Guide This final section focuses on how schools and young people can get involved in taking action to support Fairtrade through their own co-operatively organised activities. It s full of ideas and tips as well as useful information on where to get support and resources. The activities in this section will help you to: Get your students co-operating so they understand the impact they can have through working together and come up with their own ideas and an action plan. Get your students engaging others in the school to find what they already know and think about Fairtrade, so they can use what they have learned to inform and persuade people to get involved. Work with your students to come up and with and carry out activities where they can raise awareness about Fairtrade in their school community while having a lot of fun! There is plenty information here to support your Fairtrade activities including: How your school can start a Young Co-operative group. Where to get further support and resources. Where you can get Fairtrade products for your school. How to become a Fairtrade school. CO-OPERATE FOR CHANGE! FAIRTRADE IN YOUR SCHOOL 13

15 CO-OPERATE FOR CHANGE! FAIRTRADE IN YOUR SCHOOL How to use these resources On the website you will find an introductory set of resources including downloadable materials/set of playing cards and a poster. The introductory booklet is intended to set the scene by explaining the aims of the pack, its learning outcomes, how to use the materials, and give an outline of the content.

16 Website On the website you will find: Teaching resources Photo library Video library Case studies Booklet Cards Poster The teaching resources are arranged in six sections: What is fair? What is trade? What is Fairtrade? What are co-operatives? How do Fairtrade co-operatives help people? Co-operate for change! Fairtrade in your school. Whilst it is not essential to tackle each section in this order, there is a natural and developmental progression built into the design of the materials which starts from the individual student s experience of fairness and builds from this to look at trade and the way that our everyday lives link us to people thousands of miles away. It concludes by offering practical ideas for using the knowledge which the students have acquired to make a difference and take further action for Fairtrade. In each section you will find: Background material to provide you with the information you need. A range of classroom activities. Sources of additional information including a list of web links, organisations, and other teaching resources which can be used to support and extend the materials provided. An information and activity sheet to print out for your students. This could be used to provide differentiated or extension activities, or for home work and sharing with parents. Activities The activities have been designed to cater for a wide range of abilities and learning styles. You probably won t want to use all of them you may wish to pick just two or three from each section. Each activity indicates roughly how much time it will take and what resources you will need. Some of them include a warm-up activity or discussion and many have suggestions for debriefing, reviewing, and consolidating learning. Photo Library and Video Library These contain a collection of photographs and short videos which can be used in a wide variety of ways. Some of them are used in the activities but you could also use them in your teaching, for example, as discussion starters or background information for a research project. Case Studies You will find 11 case studies on the website. These are short descriptions of the lives of people from a range of farming and producer communities in the developing world. The case studies really bring home the impact which Fairtrade has had on them and their communities. They are used in a number of the activities but there are many additional ways in which you could use them in your teaching, for example, as discussion starters, background information for a research project, or as a stimulus for literacy work. Playing Cards The playing cards can be used for three games which are explained in detail in the relevant activities (Is it fair?, Happy Fairtrade Families, and Co-operative Happy Families). The set of cards is sufficient for a group of eight students. If you need more, the cards are provided as pdfs on the website so that you can print out additional sets. The cards are similar to those used in the well known game Happy Families and you will probably be able to think of lots of additional games to play with them. Poster The poster is intended for display on your classroom wall or, perhaps, in your school hall. Again, this is also included on the website as a pdf file so that you can print additional copies if you want to. CO-OPERATE FOR CHANGE! FAIRTRADE IN YOUR SCHOOL 15

17 CO-OPERATE FOR CHANGE! FAIRTRADE IN YOUR SCHOOL Young Co-operatives Young Co-operatives is a fantastic way of getting primary school children actively learning about Fairtrade through setting up their own co-operative and selling Fairtrade products! Young Co-operatives is a scheme which helps schools to set up their own co-operative businesses selling Fairtrade Mark and fairly traded products. It s a practical introduction to Fairtrade and co-operative working for young people with the energy to make a difference. Pupils learn to work together and make decisions together. They learn about why co-operatives are different to other businesses and find out about different types of co-operatives. By selling Fairtrade and fairly traded products they don t just learn about the difference that Fairtrade makes, they make that difference. Do It! It s the best thing I ve done this year. That was Sarah s advice after she d helped to run a Young Co-operative in her school. Lots of schools support Fairtrade through running stalls or tuck shops; having a Young Co-operative in school turns that support into a pupil-led business. The pupils make all the decisions: what products to sell, how and where to sell them, how much to charge for them etc. Young Co-operatives can buy their stock at discounted rates from both Traidcraft (who will deliver to the school) and from Co-operative stores. Traidcraft s Fair Traders s scheme gives customers 10% discount on all food products and 15% on non-food products while the Co-operative Group s Community Food Discount Card gives 10% off all products. You can contact Traidcraft on An application form for a Co-operative Group Community Food Discount Card is included in the School Action Guide section.

18 Hands-on enterprise education Running a Young Co-operatives project will introduce your students to all the enterprise skills set out in the National Curriculum, and they ll have a great deal of fun at the same time. The Young Co-operatives website provides all the help and advice you need to start, along with activities and exercises to help your group set up and run their co-operative Fairtrade business. In addition to developing an understanding of Fairtrade and exploring the ways in which it benefits developing world communities, students will: Learn how to work as part of a team and develop their co-operation skills. Identify problems and needs in their school or local community and develop creative, innovative solutions. Develop speaking, listening, organisational, and presentation skills. Develop financial planning and management skills. Handle uncertainty and manage risk. Grow in confidence and develop a sense of empowerment to approach future tasks and problems. Develop critical thinking and evaluation abilities. The online resources will guide you through the process of planning, setting up, running, and evaluating your co-operative enterprise. A tried and tested formula for enterprise learning Young Co-operatives are now found in all parts of the UK from primary schools to sixth form colleges. While many Young Co-operatives sell Fairtrade products, they all approach their work in slightly different ways. In St Helens, members of the Guranga Young Co-operative held their own Make Poverty History week. Pupils made their own advertisement, with over 200 pupils and staff appearing in the video. Pupils also used more than 1,000 pieces of white ribbon to create their own Make Poverty History wristband. In Colchester, the St Benedict s Young Co-operative has run training days for other schools in the town, persuading them to set up their own Young Co-operative. They also represented Young Co-operatives at an international summer camp in Bosnia. In Epsom, members of the Epsom College Young Co-operative set up a Valentine s Day Love Box where students could pay 2 and have a Fairtrade red rose delivered anonymously to a fellow student. In Rutherglen, near Glasgow, the Stonelaw High Fairtraders Young Co-operative sold a staggering 14,000 worth of fairly traded products in just 16 months. In Hartlepool, members of the Chocolateers made a presentation to the town council and now run a regular school holiday stall in the civic centre. More information about Young Co-operatives and everything you need to get started can be found at: If you need any additional information please contact enquiries@youngco-operatives.coop or telephone CO-OPERATE FOR CHANGE! FAIRTRADE IN YOUR SCHOOL 17

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20 The Enterprise Network The Enterprise Network is a new partnership, funded by the DfE, to move the Schools Enterprise Education Network (S EEN) forward into the next phase. The partnership supports enterprise education for young people aged 5 to19 through initiatives which are responsive to local need and sustainable. The Enterprise Network aims to add value to existing enterprise education initiatives, supporting all sectors of education for young people aged 5 to 19 to improve both the quality and quantity of enterprise education, and to have a positive impact on learners. The Specialist Schools and Academies Trust was the lead bidder in a consortium of organisations for the continued development of S EEN. The partner organisations are: 157 Group of Colleges supporting links with Further Education networks. The Association of Colleges supporting links with sixth form colleges and Further Education networks. Association of Professionals in Education and Children s Trusts supporting links with local authorities. Centre for Education and Industry, University of Warwick leading on evaluation and self-evaluation in schools for enterprise. The Co-operative College leading on the development of resources for ethical and social enterprise. National Association of Head Teachers supporting links with the primary sector. Institute for Education Business Excellence supporting links with employer organisations and networks. Partnerships (ELPs). This will be based on the 155 LA areas. It is envisaged that the ELPs will be schools and organisations within the local authority area who will proactively support enterprise education. Each ELP will be given funding to support the enterprise journey of young people aged 5 to19 within their geographical sphere of influence. The vision for the network is to build upon the previous phase and to expand and widen existing local networks relating to enterprise education, with their aim being to support the 5 to19 enterprise agenda. The vision for the Enterprise Network is to create a sustainable network of 80 to 90 Enterprise Learning CO-OPERATE FOR CHANGE! FAIRTRADE IN YOUR SCHOOL 19

21 CO-OPERATE FOR CHANGE! FAIRTRADE IN YOUR SCHOOL Feedback form It would be useful for us to know how far we have succeeded in developing a resource which meets your needs. Your comments will help us to make revisions in future online editions. 1 Name... 2 School... 3 Address... Postcode... Telephone number Are you: 7 Which activities did you find most useful? Why? 8 Which activities did you find least useful? Why? KS2 teacher Other (please state your job role) 5 How did you discover the pack?... 6 If online, do you find this a convenient way of accessing resources? very convenient very inconvenient Do you have any comments about accessing resources in this format? 9 Do you have any suggestions for changes to the pack? 10 Did you find the layout of the materials easy to use? very clear to use confusing to use 11 Would you like further information about similar teaching resources? Yes No Please return this form or any other feedback to: Young Co-operatives, The Co-operative College, Holyoake House, Hanover Street, Manchester M60 0AS or to feedback@youngco-operatives.coop

22 Contacts The Co-operative College Holyoake House Hanover Street Manchester M60 0AS Tel: Fax: The following is a list of organisations that can provide further teaching resources in print and online. It is by no means exhaustive and several of the sites listed here will provide you with links to further materials. Global Dimension Website: CAFOD Website: schools@cafod.org.uk Telephone: FAIRTRADE Wales Website: danielle@fairtradewales.com SCIAF, (Scotland) Website: youth@sciaf.org.uk Telephone: Trading Visions and the Pa Pa Paa resources Website: and Telephone: Traidcraft Website: Telephone: Dubble.co.uk and Dubble Agents Website: dubblehq@dubble.co.uk The Fairtrade Foundation s Fairtrade Schools scheme Website: mail@fairtrade.org.uk Telephone: CO-OPERATE FOR CHANGE! FAIRTRADE IN YOUR SCHOOL 21

23 CO-OPERATE FOR CHANGE! FAIRTRADE IN YOUR SCHOOL This publication has been produced by the Co-operative College in association with the Enterprise Network and The Co-operative Group. Contributions were made by Julie Thorpe, Louise Taplin, James Morrison, Brad Hill, Linda Shaw, Jessica Browning, Stephen Brice, Eric Gates and Shirley Lall. Special thanks to Matthew Hill for Matthew s Fairtrade Story. Photographs and video clips have been reproduced with the kind permission of: The Co-operative Group, the Canadian Co-operative Association, The Fairtrade Foundation (pages 1, 5, 18, and 21), Zed Nelson (page 6), Oxfam, Traidcraft, Fairtrade Media, Divine Chocolate, Comic Relief, Gerber Foods Soft Drinks Ltd, Stirling Smith, Peter Moore, Robin Graham, Kate Willis, Mark Turnbull, AgroFair, ENCAMS, EQ.TV, Teacher s TV, Anita Sandhu, the Nicaragua Solidarity Campaign, the British Association of Fairtrade Shops.

24 Designed by Carbon Creative Ltd. Printed by RAP Spiderweb Ltd. First published 2009 by The Co-operative College Holyoake House Hanover Street Manchester M60 0AS ISBN The Co-operative College is a registered charity No The Co-operative College provides learning, education, training, consultancy and research for the co-operative, mutual and social enterprise sectors in the UK and internationally. We offer tailored workshops and qualifications for members, directors, staff and managers in co-operatives, social enterprises and mutual organisations. The Co-operative College also works with schools, young people and public bodies, raising the awareness of the difference co-operatives and co-operative values can make to individuals and their communities. Crown copyright This resource has been funded by the Enterprise Network and produced by the Cooperative College (a Partner in the Enterprise Network programme). This publication is copyright, but may be reproduced by any method without fee for teaching purposes but not for resale. If you wish to use any part or all of this resource, you must reference both the Enterprise Network and the Cooperative College as the source. Further resources can be downloaded at Any enquiries about the re-use, translation or adaptation of this publication, or any part of it, for any purposes, should be addressed to The Co-operative College, Holyoake House, Hanover Street, Manchester M60 0AS, and a fee may be payable.