Overview
The "Fair Trade City of Drakenstein" campaign unites the residents towards one course, a course that will boost environmental sustainability, the creation of jobs and supporting local businesses. It is this commitment to a common message and the choices of each individual that changes the lives of small producers and the community. The goal is to increase community engagement around making Drakenstein “A City of Excellence”.
Partners
World Fair Trade Organization Africa and Middle East
Fair Trade Tourism
Neumarkt Municipality
Fair Trade Towns International
Fair Trade City of Drakenstein Website content
Background | Overview
The "Fair Trade City of Drakenstein" campaign unites the residents towards one course, a course that will boost environmental sustainability, the creation of jobs and supporting local businesses. It is this commitment to a common message and the choices of each individual that changes the lives of small producers and the community. The goal is to increase community engagement around making Drakenstein “A City of Excellence”.
The 5 core goals of a fair trade town
1. Local council passes a Resolution supporting Fair Trade and agreeing to use sustainable, local
and Fair Trade products;
2. Sustainable, local and Fair Trade products are readily available in the area’s shops & served
in local cafes/catering establishments;
3. Sustainable, local and Fair Trade products are used by a number of local work places
and community organisations (faith groups, schools, universities etc);
4. Attract media coverage & popular support for the campaign; and
5. A local Fair Trade steering group is convened to ensure continued commitment to its Fair Trade
Town status.
What does fair trade mean for the community?
1. Better working conditions for employees;
2. Exposure for sustainable local small businesses operating in Drakenstein;
3. Access to opportunities and markets through campaigns;
4. Health knowledgeable communities;
5. Skills development for businesses to ensure sustainability;
6. Communities that respect the environment; and
7. Communities that understand the value of the discussions they make at the till on the local
economy.
YouTube videos
Events and campaigns
Future Events and campaigns
Fair Fridays
The Division Economic Development and Tourism is activating municipal spaces for economic activities that promote locally produced sustainable and ethical products.
The dates are as follows at the Paarl Civic and Market Street offices:
New dates coming soon.
Documents
Charter
Action Plan
Reports
Useful information for business
Contact details:
Ms. Thembi Mnisi
021 807 7790
