Events Archive - World Fair Trade Organization

Fashion Trends Training

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 06:39:48 +0000

This training will be presented by Mimi Plange.

Mimi Plange is an award-winning Ghanaian-American designer known for her culturally grounded, globally resonant approach to contemporary luxury. She launched her eponymous lifestyle brand in 2010 after a decade in the New York fashion industry, bringing together training in fashion design and architecture to create work defined by structure, storytelling, and refinement.

Her collections have been presented internationally and carried by luxury retailers in the United States and the Middle East. Plange has collaborated with partners including Manolo Blahnik, Roche Bobois, Nike Basketball, and The Shade Store, and her work has been worn by figures such as Michelle Obama, Serena Williams, and Rihanna.

She currently partners with MADE51 and the United Nations Refugee Agency to support artisan communities worldwide through sustainable design and global market access.

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AI Tools Training

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 06:55:46 +0000

Ronny Hermosa is a content entrepreneur and a Canva expert who focuses on design and generative AI in the digital marketing space.

After working as Canva’s Head of Communities, Ronny started his own business as a content creator and grew his YouTube channel to over 550,000 subscribers. Plus, his courses on Udemy and Skillshare reach more than 200K students.

He’s also the founder of Fair Trade Connection, a not-for profit organisation focused on capacity building for changemakers.

Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronnyhermosa/
Explore our courses: https://www.teamrondi.com/

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G2FTF Byline/ QR Codes / Canva Training

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 06:44:34 +0000

Learn about our suite of Canva communication tools, how to use our G2FTF byline and QR Codes.

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Messe Frankfurt 2026 (Ambiente & Christmas World)

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 10:46:59 +0000

Messe Frankfurt is one of the world’s most significant trade fairs for consumer goods, and several of our valued WFTO members will be exhibiting. You can experience a range of fair trade products in person. Download this list to locate our WFTO members at the show.

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Value Chain Management Webinar

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:46:14 +0000

“Value chains” and “supply chains” are often used interchangeably to mean “supply chains” by which it is often overlooked that the brand/buyer itself is a link in the chain itself. This is crucial to keep in mind in order to adopt business practices with a meaningful impact on both sustainability and the livelihood of producers. The (expected) relevance of the Corporate Sustainable Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) will be explored to prepare members and show them how their practices are part of an integrated due diligence approach that is valuable for brands once the directive is implemented.

Items covered:
• Value chain vs supply chain
• The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD)
• Digital product passport

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EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) Webinar

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:43:51 +0000

This webinar dives deeper into the EU Deforestation Regulation in relation to fashion products. It aims at providing practices for members to be ahead of the curve on combatting deforestation caused by the fashion industry.

Items covered:
• Traceability

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Sustainable production & Consumption Webinar

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:41:20 +0000

This webinar will look at the EU regulation on Eco-Design for Sustainable Products to give an overview over (expected) criteria to pay attention to, and highlight practices from Fair Trade Fashion that will ease compliance while giving members a forward-looking profile on this (and similar) EU legislation. Perspectives and practices from the Circular Economy will be brought in as relevant, as the next logical step in Eco-design (to solidify the front-runner profile).

Items covered:
• Eco-design for Sustainable Products Regulation
• Circular Economy Strategy of the European Union
• Circular solutiıns in the fashion industry
• Greenwashing and Green Claims Directive

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Sustainability & circularity Training

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:39:23 +0000

Get clear on the EU Green Deal, circular fashion, and how global sustainability targets affect your market. What does it mean to be a sustainable fashion producer.

? Great for members wanting to future-proof their business model.

Content Overview:
• What is sustainability? Sustainable development?
• Major sustainability challenges
o Climate change
o Limits of our resources
• Linear vs circular economy
• The Global Sustainability Agenda
• The EU Green Deal and its effects on markets

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Gateway to Fair Trade Fashion: Export Readiness 101 training (Session 2) with Hisham El Gazzar

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:34:33 +0000

Register here to attend a two part Export Readiness Training with Hisham El Gazzar. Hisham El Gazzar is a sustainable development consultant with extensive expertise in empowering micro, small, and medium-sized manufacturers, and exporters in Egypt, specializing in home decoration, handicrafts, gift items, and home textiles.

Over nearly 17 years, he has served as a freelance consultant and trainer for renowned international organizations, including CIDA (Canada), USAID (USA), ITC (International Trade Centre– Switzerland), and ILO (International Labour Organization), focusing on the home decoration and home textiles sectors.

Session 2 – How to Exhibit at International Trade Fairs
Before the fair: selecting the right fair, planning and budgeting, preparing marketing materials, arranging logistics, and pre-fair outreach to buyers
During the fair: booth presentation, engaging with visitors, collecting leads, and managing meetings effectively
After the fair: following up with contacts, evaluating results, and turning leads into long-term buyers

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Export Readiness 101 training (Session 1) with Hisham El Gazzar

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:32:00 +0000

Register to attend a two part Export Readiness Training with Hisham El Gazzar. Hisham El Gazzar is a sustainable development consultant with extensive expertise in empowering micro, small, and medium-sized manufacturers, and exporters in Egypt, specializing in home decoration, handicrafts, gift items, and home textiles.

Hisham’s professional profile is marked by a unique blend of analytical acumen, meticulous attention to research detail, and a passion for devising innovative systems and strategies for information sharing and networking. His mission is to ensure
businesses become more focused, efficient, and sustainable. He is a staunch advocate for conducting business with commercial viability, responsible management, and unwavering commitment to fair business principles, contributing to the holistic development and well-being of communities. For two decades, Hisham served as the CEO of YADAWEE, his own export company specializing in Egyptian handicrafts. This tenure has equipped him with profound knowledge and a vast network spanning Egypt and the global landscape. Hisham boasts an in-depth understanding of value chain development,market dynamics, distribution channels, export logistics, costing and pricing intricacies, negotiation prowess, and effective trade fair participation.

Session 1 – Foundations of Export Readiness
Understanding export readiness: mindset, requirements, and opportunities
Assessing your product’s export potential (quality, pricing, competitiveness)
Understanding target markets and compliance basics
Key documentation for export
Understanding Incoterms and choosing the right one for your business

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