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The Parkinson Building with a bookmark graphic saying "Two star Fairtrade University Award" with the Fairtrade logo and SOS (Students Organising for Sustainability UK) logo.

We are delighted that the University of Leeds has retained our Fairtrade University award, after being audited for the 22/23 and 23/24 academic years. 

Our two-star status recognises the broad range of activities undertaken within the University, including raising awareness and increasing availability of Fairtrade products in the university, further supporting work towards a more just, equal and sustainable world for all. The award was achieved through a partnership between the University of Leeds and Leeds University Union.

What is the award and why is it important? 

The Fairtrade award is jointly delivered by the Fairtrade Foundation and Students Organising for Sustainability (SOS-UK), and acknowledges institutions that have embedded ethical and sustainable practices through their curriculum, procurement, research and campaigns. 

Participating in the Fairtrade University and College Award helps to direct the University’s work on Fairtrade, providing guidance and support on how we could further our efforts, as well as auditing the work we already do.  

A person smiling behind the desk of the Green Action Co-op, where there are various food grains/ products in glass jars in the background.

What is Fairtrade and how can you get involved? 

Fairtrade targets the injustices of conventional trade which has typically discriminated against the producers in developing countries, promoting better prices, better working conditions, and more sustainable practices, to make trade fair. 

The easiest way everyone can get involved is to buy Fairtrade products; Fairtrade products are widely available in local supermarkets, especially for products such as fruit and vegetables, tea and coffee, nuts and grains, and chocolate. 

Fairtrade Fortnight 2024 is also just around the corner, running from the 9th-24th September celebrating 30 years of Fairtrade, so look out for ways that you can get involved with our campaign at the University or in your local area! 

Find out what students at the University of Leeds think about Fairtrade and other ways to get involved!

 

United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

the SDG wheel made up of 17 different coloured segments representing the 17 SDGs.We use the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as a framework to guide our activity. Our work on Fairtrade links to all of the SDGs.

Find out more about our impact on the SDGs.