Take a Step for Fairtrade in 2012
Fairtrade Fortnight, from 27 February to 11 March, is challenging the public to think about what they can do each day, week or month to make a difference to the lives of farmers in the developing world.
The Fairtrade Foundation will be launching a “stepometer” to record every step made towards a better deal for producers. A step is any action that supports Fairtrade – from someone buying their first packet of Fairtrade tea to organising an event to mark the fortnight such as a Bake-Off or teaparty.
Fairtrade Fortnight will kickstart a whole year of activities aimed at inspiring people to think about the issues and get more involved throughout the year.
Petersfield Fairtrade steering group invite you to sample free “fairtrade tastings” on Lloyds Bank forecourt on Saturday 25 February . 9:30 to 12:00 noon.
Portsmouth Fairtrade group has lots of plans for Fairtrade Fortnight including:
- Taking part in the great footprint challenge
- A Fairtrade stall in Commercial Road on Monday 27/2 (with free bananas, donated by Fyffes!) to launch the Fortnight and the 2012 edition of the City’s Fairtrade guide
- A Middle Eastern Evening at The Hub, University of Portsmouth on Thursday 1st March with two speakers from Zaytoun, a community interest project in Palestine which sells Fairtrade olive oil.
- A tea party in Portsmouth Guildhall, hosted by the Lord Mayor, Councillor Cheryl Buggy on Wed 7th March
- Helping schools, churches etc who want ideas or speakers
- Displays showing why Fairtrade makes a difference.
In Havant there will be:
- Work with local schools on creating footprints
- A meal with Fairtrade ingredients at Havant United Reformed Church on Tue 12th March
- Activities at Havant College
- A display in the new Public Service Plaza
- A special outreach to local employers to encourage them to switch to Fairtrade
For details of all the events being planned see www.portsmouthfairtrade.org.uk
Monday 27 February: Launch of Fairtrade Fortnight in Portsmouth
From 9.30 Commercial Road, near the fountain. PO1 1ET
- Free Fairtrade bananas (from Fyffes) plus the launch of our 2012 guide to Fairtrade in Portsmouth
Details: Sue 02392 250267 www.portsmouthfairtrade.org.uk
Thursday 1 March 7:00 pmto 9:30 pm: Middle Eastern Evening
- The Hub, University of Portsmouth, Dennis Sciama Building, Burnaby Road, Portsmouth PO1 3FX.
- Two speakers from Zaytoun, a community interest project in Palestine which sells Fairtrade olive oil.
- Stalls, Middle Eastern food, Quiz, Music
- Download a leaflet
Tickets £5 from Sue 02392 250267 or university catering outlets. See www.portsmouthfairtrade.org.uk.
Tuesday March 13 7:00 p.m for 7:30
- Eating Well Together. A meal cooked with Fairtrade ingredients plus speaker and entertainment
- The Meeting Place, Havant United Reformed Church, Elm Lane, Havant PO9 1PP
- Download a leaflet
Tickets £6 - £12 for a family, from the church or from Sue 02392 250267