Fair Trade may seem like a pretty self-explanatory term to some people, but not everyone is aware of what an important difference they can make by purchasing products that adhere to strong environmental and social standards.  Fair Trade certification ensures, among other things, that a fair price was paid for the product, workers were provided a fair wage and safe conditions, money is reinvested in the community and farmers used ecologically sustainable practices.

Since most of us enjoy chocolate, coffee, bananas and the variety of other tasty treats that can be Fair Trade certified, I encourage everyone to make a point of seeking out a Fair Trade option for their next purchase.  And wouldn’t you know it, next month is Fair Trade Month, so what better time to start!  Check out this video below to more about how your dollars can make a difference:

*hat tip to MNN.com