Global Solidarity Fund launched
The Scottish Government’s Global Solidarity Fund aims to strengthen an informed, engaged and active global citizenship community in Scotland.
Scottish Fair Trade Launches Catherine Newman Youth Bursary
The bursary has been set up in memory of friend and colleague, Catherine, to support young people to engage with the global Fair Trade movement.
Welcoming Scotland’s New Minister for International Development
Scottish Fair Trade warmly welcomes the new Minister for International Development
New Fairer Hotels Guide
New guide helps Scotland’s hotels strengthen Fair Trade, ethical sourcing and sustainability through practical, achievable actions.
Discover Our Fair Trade Spring Catalogue for World Fair Trade Day
Celebrate World Fair Trade Day with ethical spring finds, summer essentials and thoughtful gifts from Scottish Fair Trade members.
We’re hiring: join the Fair Trade movement in Scotland
We’re hiring two roles to grow Scotland’s Fair Trade movement: communications and youth leadership opportunities available now.
Swap the System – Our New Campaign!
Swap the System is here: rethinking our economy, challenging inequality, and building fairer alternatives together.
Remembering Catherine Newman
We are heartbroken to share the passing of our colleague Catherine Newman, an incredible friend, colleague and champion of Fair Trade.
From Colombia to Scotland: Fair Trade as a pathway to peace and possibility
The latest Cross Party Group meeting heard how Fair Trade connects farmers, communities and countries, offering a pathway beyond conflict.
Community Wealth Building: local economies, global impact
Community Wealth Building in Scotland can strengthen local economies while supporting fair, responsible global supply chains.
Fair Trade Belongs on the Ballot
As elections approach, we’re sharing simple tips to help Fair Trade remain part of the national conversation
Event: Campaigning Together – February
Join our next online meeting for campaigners and supporters to find out how you can get involved with our climate campaign. All welcome!
News: Be part of our new campaign!
We’re looking for young people to take part in a photoshoot and conversation to promote our upcoming campaign.
Event: Cross Party Group on Fair Trade
The next CPG meeting on Fair Trade will spotlight an inspiring Fair Trade, organic fruit-growing initiative in Colombia
News: Our contribution to Scotland’s climate consultations
We’ve submitted responses to two key Scottish Government consultations, aiming to enhance connections between Fair Trade and climate issues.
Fair Trade in Times of Conflict – update from the latest Cross-Party Group meeting
On Wednesday 3 December, the Scottish Parliament’s Cross-Party Group (CPG) on Fair Trade met online to explore Fair Trade in times of conflict, with a particular focus on Palestine. The session brought together MSPs, Fair Trade campaigners and members, alongside two powerful contributions from Fair Trade businesses working directly with Palestinian producers. The discussion offered […]
Reflections from COP30 – why Fair Trade belongs at the heart of climate action
COP30 was an incredible experience. Belém, the host city, is at the mouth of the Amazon and is as vibrant and exciting as you might imagine. The conference itself was quite intense – the pavilions, the energy, the civil society actions, and the daily swirl of campaign messages competing for attention. For all its activity, […]
Giving Fair Trade a Voice at COP30
Scottish Fair Trade will be represented by our Chief Executive, Louise Davies next week at COP30 Next week I’ll be heading to COP30 in Belém, Brazil, where global leaders, businesses, campaigners and civil society groups will gather to shape the next phase of international climate action. With our new report Climate, Environment & Fair Trade […]
Fair Trade and Climate Justice: How Producers Are Leading the Way
The climate crisis is no longer a distant warning – it’s here, disrupting lives and livelihoods across the world. For smallholder farmers and artisans in the Global South, the effects are already devastating: unpredictable seasons, droughts, floods, and the loss of raw materials that underpin both farming and craft production. Scottish Fair Trade’s new report, […]
Back Scottish Fair Trade’s Youth Collective – Build Fairer Trade
This autumn, we’re asking our community to help us nurture the next generation of Fair Trade campaigners. Earlier this year, Scottish Fair Trade launched a new organisational strategy that puts young people at its heart. Across Scotland, campaigners have told us they want to see more energy, visibility, and youth voices in their communities. We’ve […]
News: Scottish Fair Trade launches policy asks for 2026 election
Launched today – 8 key policy asks Scottish Fair Trade has published its policy priorities ahead of the 2026 Scottish Parliament election, with a headline call for the ongoing commitment to Scotland’s status as a Fair Trade Nation. The new policy asks outline how Scotland can strengthen this leadership role by embedding Fair Trade values across […]
Fair Trade & the Wellbeing and Sustainable Development (Scotland) Bill
Why Scotland’s Wellbeing and Sustainable Development Bill Matters for Fair Trade At Scottish Fair Trade, we’ve just submitted our response to the Scottish Parliament’s consultation on the proposed Wellbeing and Sustainable Development (Scotland) Bill. This Bill has the potential to change the way decisions are made across Scotland’s public sector, and we believe it could […]
Our Response to Scotland’s Good Food Nation Plan
Why Fair Trade Voices Matter in Scotland’s Good Food Nation Plan The Scottish Parliament has recently consulted on the proposed Good Food Nation Plan, which aims to set a vision for a food system that is healthier, more sustainable, and fairer for all. Scottish Fair Trade has submitted a response because we believe that the […]
Fair Trade, global justice & community power
Challenging the Billionaire Takeover – Reflections from Global Justice Now’s Summer Gathering On Saturday, campaigners from across the Scotland came together at a Global Justice Now event to reflect on some of the big challenges facing the world today — and how people power can make a difference. We heard from Nick Dearden, director of […]
