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[THE_HISTORY_OF_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => B Lab began formal operations in June of 2007, kicking off at the national BALLE conference in Berkeley, CA.
[OUR_ORGANIZATIONS_STANDARDS_FOR_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => To become a B Corporation companies must 1) Achieve a passing score on the B Ratings System, a comprehensive tool to assess a company?s social and environmental performance; and 2) Agree to legally expand the responsibilities of the corporation to include the interests of its employees, suppliers, consumers, community, and environment.
[HOW_WE_DEVELOPED_OUR_STANDARDS] => The B Ratings System was developed using the best available open-source performance standards and impact metrics from numerous sources, including the Global Reporting Initiative, Wiser Business (a project of the Natural Capital Institute), and the Social Venture Network.  The Ratings System has also been reviewed by over 600 entrepreneurs, academics, investors, and thought leaders, resulting in a collaborative, dynamic, and holistic standard for corporate social and environmental responsibility.
[SUMMARIZE_YOUR_PROCESS_FOR_SCREENING_NEW_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => The screening process begins when a company submits a completed B Survey for review by B Lab staff.  If a company has a passing score after review it then proceeds to change its legal structure to incorporate stakeholder interests.
[HOW_WE_REGULARLY_MONITOR_COMPLIANCE_OF_OUR_STANDARDS] => All B Corporations are required to submit documentation to support their answers to about 20% of the Survey questions.  In addition, 10% of all B Corporations are audited annually to ensure that their Surveys correctly represent current practices.
[BRIEFLY_DESCRIBE_YOUR_MONITORING_PROCESS_INCLUDING_WHO_PERFORMS_THE_MONITORING] => Auditing is completed by specially trained B Lab staff.
[THE_FEE_STRUCTURE_FOR_OUR_MONITORING_SYSTEM] => B Corporations pay a licensing fee for the use of the B seal of one tenth of one percent of revenues, or $1000 per million dollars of sales.
[MONITORED_REGIONS] => North America
[CUSTOM_LINK_1_NAME] => B Corporation Homepage
[CUSTOM_LINK_1_URL] => http://www.bcorporation.net
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[NUMBER_OF_EMPLOYEES] => 43
[ORGANIZATION_NAME] => Green America
[STREET_ADDRESS] => 1612 K Street NW, Suite 600
[PHONE_NUMBER] => 800-584-7336
[FAX_NUMBER] => 202-331-8166
[EMAIL_ADDRESS] => info@greenamericatoday.org
[WEBSITE] => www.greenamericatoday.org
[HOW_MANY_BUSINESS_MEMBERS_DO_YOU_HAVE] => 4800
[SIGN_UP_FOR_NEWSLETTER] => http://www.greenamericatoday.org/signup
[OUR_LOGO_ASSURES_YOU_THAT] => Green America's Seal of Approval assures you that this business operates in ways that solve, rather than cause, both environmental and social problems. These businesses adopt principles, policies, and practices that improve the quality of life for their customers, their employees, communities, and the environment.
[WHAT_IS_YOUR_MISSION_STATEMENT] => Our mission is to harness economic power—the strength of consumers, businesses and the marketplace—to create a socially just and environmentally sustainable society.
[THE_HISTORY_OF_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => In 1983, a small group of people got together, united by a belief that we can create an economy that works for people and the planet--and Green America was born. 
We put forth a powerful idea: "Every dollar you spend goes to work in the world. Too often, it goes to support corporations that exploit people and pollute the environment. But we can change that. Each of us can use our own economic power to demand responsible businesses...and put our society on a more sustainable path."
Over the past 25 years, we've helped millions of people make green living, purchasing and investing choices.  We believe each of us can do our part for people and the planet by making good choices with how we use our money.  We call it growing the green economy, where green stands for community and environmental health, a good life for all.
[OUR_ORGANIZATIONS_STANDARDS_FOR_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => The standards of Co-op America's Green Business Network are both quantitative and qualitative and are based on present operations and knowledge, as well as future plans and commitment to learning. To qualify to appear in the National Green Pages--and carry the Co-op America Seal of Approval, companies must demonstrate that they: Actively use their businesses as tools for positive social change; Run "values-driven" enterprises that operate according to principles of social justice and environmental sustainability; Are socially and environmentally responsible in the way they source, manufacture, and market their products and run their offices and factories; Are committed to developing and employing extraordinary practices that benefit key stakeholders: workers, customers, communities, and the environment; Are able to demonstrate exemplary action in their field or industry through specific examples of actions or programs undertaken; and are transparent in discussing all aspects of their business operations.
[HOW_WE_DEVELOPED_OUR_STANDARDS] => We have developed our standards over that past 25 years and constantly update them to reflect current best practices, changes in technology, new thinking how to best operate in a more socially and environmentally responsible manner, and the particular challenges and opportunities that may face an industry or developmental phase of a business. We update our standards after consulting with experts in our network of allied organizations.  
Our standards are always designed to recognize only those companies with deep, systemic commitments to social and environmental responsibility.  To this end, the standards are inclusive of a full range of impacts that companies may have on the environment, workers, customers, and the communities in which they do business.
[SUMMARIZE_YOUR_PROCESS_FOR_SCREENING_NEW_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => Green America conducts its screening process using internal professional staff. The screening process begins when a company submits its application for screening with a completed Social Responsibility Profile. A member of the Screening Review Team reviews the application and the website, does additional research as required, consults experts as appropriate, and then sends any additional questions to the company. 
Once the additional information is provided, all material provided by the company is presented to the members of the Screening Committee, who are appointed by the Board of Directors of Green America. The Committee may approve, create terms for a provisional approval, decline to approve, or ask further questions. The Committee reaches these decisions through discussion and consensus. Concerns or questions of a particular Committee member about a company will result in additional research or questions to the company.
[HOW_WE_REGULARLY_MONITOR_COMPLIANCE_OF_OUR_STANDARDS] => Several events trigger a "re-screening" of members of GBN, including changes in ownership, developments in a particular industry, inquiries from a member or customer, and/or clarification needed by Co-op America staff related to a company's operations or current practices. Co-op America's 90,000 individual members regular interact with members of our Green Business Network and act as an active monitoring network as well. In addition, the 3,700 members of the Green Business Network acts as a powerful peer monitoring system, with members reporting issues to Co-op America as they arise.
[BRIEFLY_DESCRIBE_YOUR_MONITORING_PROCESS_INCLUDING_WHO_PERFORMS_THE_MONITORING] => Green America staff, consumer members of Co-op America, and members of the Green Business Network.
[THE_FEE_STRUCTURE_FOR_OUR_MONITORING_SYSTEM] => Our monitoring fees are included in fees for membership in the Green Business Network.
[MONITORED_REGIONS] => Most members of the Green Business Network are located in the U.S.
[MORE_INFORMATION_ABOUT_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => To learn more about membership in Co-op America and our business membership program, the Green Business Network, please visit us online at the Web site address below, or call us at (800) 58-GREEN.
[FOR_BUSINESSES_OR_PRODUCERS_THAT_WANT_TO_WORK_WITH_US_WE_RECOMMEND_YOU_DO_THE_FOLLOWING] => Call us at 1-800-58-GREEN or visit the website of our Green Business Network at www.greenamericatoday.org/gbn.
[CITY] => Washington
[STATE_OR_REGION] => DC
[BANNER] => http://wa1.images.onesite.com/community.worldofgood.com/user/camerica30/banners/large/greenamerica_banner.jpg
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[CUSTOM_LINK_1_NAME] => Green America
[CUSTOM_LINK_1_URL] => http://www.greenamericatoday.org/
[CUSTOM_LINK_2_NAME] => Become a Member
[CUSTOM_LINK_2_URL] => https://www.coopamerica.org/supportus/join/gbn-def.cfm?source=WJBCAN&step=form&trk=WoGTrust
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[YEAR_FOUNDED] => 1952
[NUMBER_OF_EMPLOYEES] => 350
[ORGANIZATION_NAME] => The Crafts Center
[STREET_ADDRESS] => 8601 Georgia Avenue Suite 800
[PHONE_NUMBER] => (301) 587-4700
[FAX_NUMBER] =>   
[EMAIL_ADDRESS] => craftscenter@chfinternational.org
[HOW_MANY_BUSINESS_MEMBERS_DO_YOU_HAVE] => 3000
[SIGN_UP_FOR_NEWSLETTER] => http://www.craftscenter.org/publications
[OUR_LOGO_ASSURES_YOU_THAT] => through targeted training, business development services, and the development of business associations, The Crafts Center at CHF serves as a catalyst for long-lasting positive change in low- and moderate-income communities around the world, helping them to improve their social, economic and environmental conditions.
[WHAT_IS_YOUR_MISSION_STATEMENT] =>   
[THE_HISTORY_OF_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => The Crafts Center was founded in 1986 as a resource for low-income artisans to gain access to information and market access. Founded in 1952, CHF International's mission is to be a catalyst for long-lasting positive change in low- and moderate-income communities around the world, helping families improve their social, economic and environmental conditions. The organization provides technical expertise and leadership in international development, including critical emergency management following disasters and civil conflict. CHF has worked in over 100 countries worldwide since its inception.
[OUR_ORGANIZATIONS_STANDARDS_FOR_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => The Crafts Center at CHF International is dedicated to improving the lives of low-income artisans by helping them develop sustainable enterprises to meet their economic needs. The Crafts Center at CHF International focuses on creating the conditions that enable artisans to succeed. The values guiding its work are that:
Crafts production is an effective and sustainable community development strategy,
Information is accessible and openly shared among artisans, crafts buyers and      assistance providers,
All artisans receive fair remuneration or payment for their crafts and work under labor conditions that comply with local laws,
Women have equal access to economic opportunities and training,
Cultural traditions are preserved for future generations,
Consumers appreciate the time, tradition, and skill that goes into producing 
a craft,
Natural resources are harvested with respect for ecological sustainability,
Micro-credit is available to artisans.
[HOW_WE_DEVELOPED_OUR_STANDARDS] => The founders of the Crafts Center developed our standards based on extensive experience working with artisans in various countries around the world. These standards were developed through best practices and the guiding principles of fair labor and fair trade standards.
[SUMMARIZE_YOUR_PROCESS_FOR_SCREENING_NEW_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => The Crafts Center screens our members through our membership application which outlines the mission and social committment of each member. Additionally, by signing the values statment Crafts Center members agree to adhere to our basic guiding values.
[HOW_WE_REGULARLY_MONITOR_COMPLIANCE_OF_OUR_STANDARDS] => The Crafts Center monitors the compliance of our standards through open dialogue and regular interaction with our members.
[BRIEFLY_DESCRIBE_YOUR_MONITORING_PROCESS_INCLUDING_WHO_PERFORMS_THE_MONITORING] => Monitoring is conducted by Crafts Center's staff.
[THE_FEE_STRUCTURE_FOR_OUR_MONITORING_SYSTEM] => The Crafts Center absorbs the cost of monitoring our members.
[MONITORED_REGIONS] => The Crafts Center monitors our members who are based in most regions of the world.
[MORE_INFORMATION_ABOUT_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => The Crafts Center's membership program connects artisans and businesses to markets, resources, information and training. A Crafts Center membership means being part of an international professional network that spans more than 100 countries on five continents. Membership helps artisans connect with a large number of buyers worldwide through our international network. As a Trust Provider, the Crafts Center nominates our members to become sellers on worldofgood.com. For more information on how to join as a member please visit www.craftscenter.org.
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[CITY] => Silver Spring
[STATE_OR_REGION] => Maryland
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[YEAR_FOUNDED] => 2000
[NUMBER_OF_EMPLOYEES] => info@ceowomen.org
[ORGANIZATION_NAME] => CEO Women
[STREET_ADDRESS] => 405 14th Street, Suite 712
[PHONE_NUMBER] => (510) 836-3481
[FAX_NUMBER] =>   
[EMAIL_ADDRESS] => info@ceowomen.org
[HOW_MANY_BUSINESS_MEMBERS_DO_YOU_HAVE] => 200
[SIGN_UP_FOR_NEWSLETTER] => http://www.ceowomen.org/templates/System
[OUR_LOGO_ASSURES_YOU_THAT] => behind this product is an economic opportunity for low-income immigrant and refugee women through teaching English, communications and entrepreneurship skills, so they can establish successful livelihoods.
[WHAT_IS_YOUR_MISSION_STATEMENT] =>   
[THE_HISTORY_OF_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => As a young girl, Farhana Huq was always stricken by the incredible degree of poverty she witnessed when visiting Bangladesh, her father's birth country. In college, she learned of Muhammed Yunus' work with the Grameen Bank and how this revolution in capitalism lifted poor women out of poverty into self-sufficiency. Moreover, seeing the struggles of women in her own family to make ends meet while grappling with social welfare systems and single parenthood inspired Farhana to create systems for social change. 
After several years of studying, researching and working with women facing incredible financial and social obstacles, Farhana began to envision a place where women could be nurtured and supported to fulfill their life dreams.  In 2000, she founded C.E.O. Women, offering programs that increase the economic self-sufficiency of clients and foster the integration of immigrant and refugee women into society through expanding their social and business networks.
[OUR_ORGANIZATIONS_STANDARDS_FOR_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => Standards for sellers:  All sellers have graduated from C.E.O. Women's Are You Ready For Business and Starting a Small Business classes.  Through this 16-week training program, sellers learn business administration, communications, and English language skills.  A certified Vocational English as a Second Language instructor delivers C.E.O. Women's award-winning curricula.  Sellers have completed a business plan portfolio, and have demonstrated exceptional initiative, integrity, and professionalism.  C.E.O. Women is familiar with the products that sellers offer, and conducts three customer reference checks for each seller.
[HOW_WE_DEVELOPED_OUR_STANDARDS] => These standards were developed with the collaboration of C.E.O. Women's staff, technical assistance providers and alumnae.  Standards were developed in accordance with C.E.O. Women's hands-on experience working to help immigrant and refugee women with limited resources to launch early stage enterprises.
[SUMMARIZE_YOUR_PROCESS_FOR_SCREENING_NEW_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => Only graduates of our Starting a Small Business program are eligible to become sellers.  Sellers have completed a minimum of 50 training hours encompassing business administration, communications, and ESL training through a certified Vocational English as a Second Language instructor, have completed a business plan portfolio, and have demonstrated exceptional initiative, integrity, and professionalism.  C.E.O. Women is familiar with the products that sellers offer, and conducts three customer reference checks for each seller.
[HOW_WE_REGULARLY_MONITOR_COMPLIANCE_OF_OUR_STANDARDS] => Our organization does not directly monitor compliance at this time.
[BRIEFLY_DESCRIBE_YOUR_MONITORING_PROCESS_INCLUDING_WHO_PERFORMS_THE_MONITORING] => Our organization does not directly monitor compliance at this time.
[THE_FEE_STRUCTURE_FOR_OUR_MONITORING_SYSTEM] => Our organization does not have a fee structure or monitoring system at this time.
[MONITORED_REGIONS] => Our organization does not have monitored regions at this time.
[MORE_INFORMATION_ABOUT_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => If you are interested in C.E.O. Women's training, coaching, and access to capital programs, please contact Elinor Mattern, Oakland Program Manager for C.E.O. Women:  
Elinor@ceowomen.org  or  510-836-3481 ext.301.
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[CITY] => Oakland
[STATE_OR_REGION] => CA
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[YEAR_FOUNDED] =>   1987
[NUMBER_OF_EMPLOYEES] =>   14
[ORGANIZATION_NAME] =>   Echoing Green
[STREET_ADDRESS] => 494 Eighth Ave 2nd FL
[PHONE_NUMBER] => 212-689-1165
[FAX_NUMBER] => 212-689-9010
[EMAIL_ADDRESS] => info@echoinggreen.org
[WEBSITE] => www.echoinggreen.org
[HOW_MANY_BUSINESS_MEMBERS_DO_YOU_HAVE] => 450
[OUR_LOGO_ASSURES_YOU_THAT] => this social entrepreneur has bold ideas for social change in order to launch groundbreaking organizations around the world.
[WHAT_IS_YOUR_MISSION_STATEMENT] =>   To accelerate social change, Echoing Green invests in and supports outstanding emerging social entrepreneurs to launch new organizations that deliver bold, high-impact solutions. Through a two-year fellowship program, we help our network of visionaries develop new solutions to society’s most difficult problems.
[THE_HISTORY_OF_OUR_ORGANIZATION] =>   Echoing Green was established in 1987 by the senior leadership of General Atlantic, LLC.  Echoing Green’s founders had great success in the private sector and were looking to bring proven venture capital investment strategies to the social sector. Through the creation of Echoing Green, General Atlantic has helped pioneer the strategy of applying entrepreneurial principles to social sector investing.
[HOW_WE_DEVELOPED_OUR_STANDARDS] => Echoing Green has modeled our fellowship program around our distinct approach to social change:
Social entrepreneurs play a vital role in fostering societal change
* The next big idea for social change will come from a robust pipeline of new leaders with innovative solutions. Social entrepreneurs exhibit an extremely high level of passion and commitment to their ideas. As a result, they remain steadfast on realizing their vision, but they also remain malleable in order to weather the obstacles that they will confront.
* Social entrepreneurs are extraordinary "bridgers." They have the great ability to deeply engage multiple and diverse stakeholders in their work, attracting corporate, public, and nonprofit leaders alike.
Social entrepreneurs need support and a strong network to succeed
* Social change work is oftentimes lonely and arduous and beyond the capacity of any one individual, especially during its start-up stage.
* A strong network of support is critical to sustaining the work of great societal leaders and broadening their impact.
More risk-taking is required in the philanthropic sector to drive true social change
* The entrepreneurial spirit that has long driven the economic growth in the U.S. and around the world needs to be brought to the social sector. Social change is created by developing new approaches that address root causes.
* Throughout history, breakthrough ideas and social change tend to come from the margins of society.
* New organizations, unconstrained by tradition, are often best able to challenge the status quo.
[SUMMARIZE_YOUR_PROCESS_FOR_SCREENING_NEW_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] =>   Echoing Green’s application process has three phases. At the conclusion of each phase, the most competitive applicants will be invited to continue in the process. Ultimately, 20 new fellows will be selected.
For details on our selection process, please visit: http://www.echoinggreen.org/fellowship/application-process
[BRIEFLY_DESCRIBE_YOUR_MONITORING_PROCESS_INCLUDING_WHO_PERFORMS_THE_MONITORING] => Fellows are required to complete bi-annual reports.
[THE_FEE_STRUCTURE_FOR_OUR_MONITORING_SYSTEM] => There is no fee.
[MONITORED_REGIONS] => We are international.
[FOR_BUSINESSES_OR_PRODUCERS_THAT_WANT_TO_WORK_WITH_US_WE_RECOMMEND_YOU_DO_THE_FOLLOWING] => We encourage all eligible applicants to apply to our annual fellowship program.  Eligibility criteria is detailed on our website at EchoingGreen.org
[CITY] => New York
[STATE_OR_REGION] => NY
[BANNER] => http://wa1.images.onesite.com/community.worldofgood.com/user/egreen103/banners/large/echoing_green_banner.jpg
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[YEAR_FOUNDED] => 1989
[NUMBER_OF_EMPLOYEES] => 350
[ORGANIZATION_NAME] => Fair for Life
[STREET_ADDRESS] => Weststr. 51
[PHONE_NUMBER] => 0041 (0) 71 626 0 626
[FAX_NUMBER] =>   
[EMAIL_ADDRESS] => info@imo.ch
[HOW_MANY_BUSINESS_MEMBERS_DO_YOU_HAVE] => 130000
[OUR_LOGO_ASSURES_YOU_THAT] => this product is part of a a brand neutral, third party certification program for Social Accountability and Fair Trade to complement existing Fair Trade certification systems, offering operators of socially responsible projects a solution for objective inspection and certification by a highly qualified external verifier.
[WHAT_IS_YOUR_MISSION_STATEMENT] =>   
[THE_HISTORY_OF_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => In 1989 IMO was founded as a Department of the Swiss non-profit foundation (Bio-Stiftung).
In only 15 years, IMO has grown from a 2-people-office to an international group of companies with 30 representative offices and 350 employees and contracted inspectors active in 90 countries worlwide.
Today IMO is one of the first and most experienced international agencies for inspection, certification and quality assurance of eco-friendly products.
IMO has been active in the field of organic certification world-wide, but it is also expert in the sectors of food safety, natural textiles, timber&forestry, fisheries&aquaculture, wildcollection and social accountability monitoring.
[OUR_ORGANIZATIONS_STANDARDS_FOR_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => IMO offers Eco-Friendly, Social Responsibility and Fairtrade certification for products and companies who wish to demonstrate their outstanding performance commitment by external certification by a qualified and reputed international certification body. The certification program covers all working conditions and labor rights in detail, workers and smallholder farmers participation, and transparent use of any fair trade premium.
[HOW_WE_DEVELOPED_OUR_STANDARDS] => IMO and the Bio-Foundation have jointly created and implemented the Social&FairTrade Programme.  
IMO Social & FairTrade Certification Program is public and comments from stakeholders have been invited and introduced. It has been tested for several months and additional inputs from various sides were incorporated. 
The terminology "Programme" instead of "standard" reflects that our control points are based on widely acknowledged baseline standards such as the International Labour Organization (ILO), SA 8000, Fairtrade Labelling Organisation (FLO) and IFOAM Social Chapter.
[SUMMARIZE_YOUR_PROCESS_FOR_SCREENING_NEW_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => IMO Social & FairTrade Certification is available for producers (farms, smallholder organizations, subcontractors), manufacturing and trading operations. A wide range of products can be certified, e.g. for all agricultural products (like oils, herbs, spices, vegetables & fruits etc.), seafood, cut flowers, handicrafts, cotton and textiles, and even toys!  Because we do not use a product-specific standard, certification of your entire assortment of raw materials or any multi-ingredient and finished products may be possible if they originate from certified fairtrade sources.
[HOW_WE_REGULARLY_MONITOR_COMPLIANCE_OF_OUR_STANDARDS] => Every certified producer group or company is fully physically inspected each year against the entire standard. The audits are done by well trained, experienced IMO auditors who are strictly monitored to ensure that they have no conflicts of interests.
[BRIEFLY_DESCRIBE_YOUR_MONITORING_PROCESS_INCLUDING_WHO_PERFORMS_THE_MONITORING] => IMO is a third party auditor of its clients.
The overall high quality of IMO?s performance is continuously monitored and acknowledged by numerous experienced auditors and authorities.
[THE_FEE_STRUCTURE_FOR_OUR_MONITORING_SYSTEM] => Certification costs vary depending on the size and complexity of your operation/supply chain, which certification is being attained, the location of producers (local costs and travel time), and in the case of fairtrade, whether or not you are already organically certified. If you are organically certified by IMO, it reduces the cost of fair trade certification, as part of our work in building a chain of custody is already done in this process. You may contact your representative for an individual cost estimate or cost examples.
[MONITORED_REGIONS] => Today IMO is active in over 90 countries; but we offer our services worldwide.
[MORE_INFORMATION_ABOUT_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => You are invited to attend a free webinar informing about fair for life. 
More information at: www.fairforlife.net
IMO offers a wide range of services:
1. certification acc to national standards for organic production of national regulations (EEC No. 2092/91, JAS, NOP) and many private labels (such as Bio Suisse, Naturland, Demeter, GlobalGAP, Utz Certified, MSC COC, FSC, PEFC, GOTS, IVN etc.).
2. verification of product origin, product quality, labelling & traceability
3. Information & training in all aspects related to quality assurance, international standards and services (e.g. smallholder groups)
More information at: www.imo.ch
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[CITY] => Weinfelden
[STATE_OR_REGION] => Switzerland
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[ORGANIZATION_NAME] => International Fair Trade Association
[STREET_ADDRESS] => Prijssestraat 24
[PHONE_NUMBER] => +31 (0)345 535914
[FAX_NUMBER] =>   
[EMAIL_ADDRESS] => info@ifat.org
[HOW_MANY_BUSINESS_MEMBERS_DO_YOU_HAVE] => 51
[OUR_LOGO_ASSURES_YOU_THAT] => this is a member of IFAT, the global network of Fair Trade Organizations. Our mission is to improve the livelihoods and well being of disadvantaged producers by linking and promoting Fair Trade Organizations, and speaking out for greater justice in world trade.
[WHAT_IS_YOUR_MISSION_STATEMENT] =>   
[THE_HISTORY_OF_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => From the mid 70s, Fair Trade Organizations worldwide began to meet informally in conferences every couple of years. By the mid 80s there was a desire to come together more formally and the end of the decade saw the foundation IFAT in 1989. 
All over the world, networks have been established. Regional networks include the Asia Fair Trade Forum (AFTF), Co-operation for Fair Trade in Africa (COFTA), the Association Latino Americana de Commercio Justo (IFAT LA) and IFAT Europe. 
During its history of over 60 years, Fair Trade has developed into a widespread movement. Thanks to the efforts of Fair Trade Organizations worldwide, Fair Trade has gained recognition among politicians and mainstream businesses. More successes are to be expected, as Fair Trade Organizations develop into stronger players and mainstream companies become more and more attuned to the demand for Fair Trade in the marketplace.
[OUR_ORGANIZATIONS_STANDARDS_FOR_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => IFAT prescribes 10 standards that Fair Trade organizations must follow in their day-to-day work and carries out continuous monitoring to ensure these standards are upheld. The standards addresses:
? Creating opportunities for economically disadvantaged producers
? Transparency and accountability
? Capacity building
? Promoting Fair Trade
? Payment of a fair price
? Gender Equity
? Working conditions
? Child Labour
? The environment
? Trade Relations
[HOW_WE_DEVELOPED_OUR_STANDARDS] => The IFAT Standards and indicators for Fair Trade Organizations were initially based on 60 years' experience of the world's Fair Trade pioneers. They are continuously reviewed and amended as part of a broad democratic consultation exercise, in which all IFAT members take part.
[SUMMARIZE_YOUR_PROCESS_FOR_SCREENING_NEW_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => New members have to go through a careful process of screening. IFAT members are every two year screened against the standards for Fair Trade Organizations.
[HOW_WE_REGULARLY_MONITOR_COMPLIANCE_OF_OUR_STANDARDS] => A three-step Fair Trade monitoring is in place. It ensures that IFAT members are trustworthy in their commitment to Fair Trade. The IFAT Monitoring System consists of
? Self-Assessment against the Standards for Fair Trade Organizations
? Peer review between IFAT members
? External verification by independent verifiers.
This system of Self-assessment and Peer Review emphasizes the participation of stakeholders in the assessment process, as well as learning and improvement. When a member has met all of its monitoring obligations he becomes registered and entitled to use the FTO Mark. IFAT's Registration Sub-Committee oversees this procedure and makes its recommendations on registration to the IFAT Board of Directors.
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[THE_FEE_STRUCTURE_FOR_OUR_MONITORING_SYSTEM] => Between 25 and 1000, depending on the turnover of the member. For more information about our fee structure: http://www.ifat.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=155&Itemid=187
[MONITORED_REGIONS] => IFAT consists of 5 regions: 
- Africa 
- Asia 
- Europe 
- Latin America 
- North America & Pacific Rim. 
The standards for Fair Trade Organizations apply to all regions.
[MORE_INFORMATION_ABOUT_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => Organizations or individuals interested in becoming a member need to:
? Fill in an application
? Sign the Fair Trade standards (Code of Practice)
? Send us your annual report and other in-depth material about your organization as well as sample marketing material.
Applicant organizations are also asked to provide the following:
? Proof of two years? trading history and accompanying accounts
? Proof of two years? legal standing
? A mission statement
? Contact details of three referees who have already agreed to provide a reference.
More info about how to apply: http://www.ifat.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogcategory&id=25&Itemid=183
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[STREET_ADDRESS] => Post Net Suite 223, Private Bag XO6, Wat
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[OUR_LOGO_ASSURES_YOU_THAT] => this product represents and promotes the interests of producers in the region’s natural products industry.
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[THE_HISTORY_OF_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => We were established by a group of like-minded rural development and environmental experts as service-provider to the natural products industry in Southern Africa. Thei aim was to "jump start" the natural products industry in the region, placing importance on environmental sustainability and increasing rural incomes so that poor rural producers, and the surrounding biodiversity, emerge as long-term winners.  Since 2001 it has expanded to provide services to tens of thousands of rural producers affiliated to over sixty members in Southern Africa.
[OUR_ORGANIZATIONS_STANDARDS_FOR_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => Our standards apply to producers and products.  They consist of the Accredited 'Good' Partner Charter and a self assessment form.  The three elements of the Charter are:
1. Environmental sustainability, implying that the ingredients must be produced in a manner that promotes biodiversity conservation and sound environmental management practices. 
2. Fair and ethical trading practices, ensuring that harvesters of raw materials derive a fair share of the business. This also encompasses our aim of 'Formulating for Development' using optimum percentages of natural ingredients in finished products. 
3. Equitable Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS), respecting the rights of traditional knowledge holders to a share in the benefits from the commercialization of this knowledge.
[HOW_WE_DEVELOPED_OUR_STANDARDS] => Standards were developed by PhytoTrade Africa's Board and then put out to consultation amongst its membership. Final approval was granted at a meeting of its full membership.
[SUMMARIZE_YOUR_PROCESS_FOR_SCREENING_NEW_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => - all potential applicants are assessed by PhytoTrade's Board (Board consists of elected members of PhytoTrade Africa)
- All Accredited Good Partners must sign the PhytoTrade Africa Accredited 'Good' Partner Charter
- All Accredited Good Partners must complete a self assessment form and submit it to PhytoTrade Africa 6 months after acceptance
- All Accredited Good Partners will be audited by PhytoTrade Africa 1 year after acceptance, and annually thereafter and any recommendations by the auditor must be finalized within 6 months of the audit report.
[HOW_WE_REGULARLY_MONITOR_COMPLIANCE_OF_OUR_STANDARDS] => All potential Accredited 'Good' Partners are carefully assessed by PhytoTrade Africa's Board. Once accepted Accredited 'Good' Partners will need to complete a self assessment within 6 months of their approval by the PhytoTrade Africa Board. After 1 year (and annually thereafter) PhytoTrade Africa will audit compliance with the principles contained within the Charter.
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[THE_FEE_STRUCTURE_FOR_OUR_MONITORING_SYSTEM] => $100 administrative fee to all Accredited 'Good' Partners.  
Accredited 'Good' Partners will be quoted for the costs of the annual audit and will be billed for the costs after the audit has been completed.
[MONITORED_REGIONS] => Namibia, Zambia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi, Swaziland, South Africa
[MORE_INFORMATION_ABOUT_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => To become an Accredited 'Good' Partner of PhytoTrade Africa please write to info@phytotradeafrica.com and include in the subject of the email 'World of Good'.
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[ORGANIZATION_NAME] => Rainforest Alliance
[STREET_ADDRESS] => 665 Broadway, Suite 500
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[OUR_LOGO_ASSURES_YOU_THAT] => the Rainforest Alliance works to conserve biodiversity and ensure sustainable livelihoods by transforming land-use practices, business practices and consumer behavior. Farms and forestry enterprises that meet our comprehensive criteria receive the Rainforest Alliance certification seal.
[WHAT_IS_YOUR_MISSION_STATEMENT] =>   
[THE_HISTORY_OF_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => The Rainforest Alliance was established in 1987 to bring together partners in the global North and South to address the pressing issue of rainforest loss. The founders took a radical approach: instead of boycotting the tropical products responsible for rainforest destruction, they would engage businesses and the people who work the land to protect rainforests and create sustainable livelihoods for forest-dwelling communities. Today, the mission of the Rainforest Alliance is to conserve biodiversity and ensure sustainable livelihoods by transforming land-use practices, business practices and consumer behavior. For more information, see our timeline: http://www.rainforest-alliance.org/about.cfm?id=timeline
[OUR_ORGANIZATIONS_STANDARDS_FOR_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => Rainforest Alliance Certified? farms meet some 200 criteria and indicators, organized under the following ten principles:
1. Agricultural activities are planned, monitored and evaluated
2. Ecosystem Conservation ? farmers promote conservation and recuperation of ecosystems on and neat the farm
3. Wildlife Protection ? concrete measures are taken to protect biodiversity, especially threatened and endangered species and their habitats
4.Water Conservation ? all pollution and contamination is controlled and waterways are protected with vegetative barriers
5.Fair Treatment and Good Working Conditions for Workers ? Agriculture should improve the well-being and standards of living for farmers, workers and their families.
6. Occupational Health and Safety ? Working conditions are safe and workers are provided with the appropriate training and equipment to carry out their activities.
7. Community Relations ? Farms must be good neighbors to nearby communities 
8. Integrated Crop Management ? Farmers employ Integrated Pest Management techniques and strictly control the use of any agrochemicals to protect the health and safety of workers, communities and the environment.
9. Soil Management and Conservation - Erosion is controlled and soil health and fertility should be maintained and enriched where possible
10. Integrated Waste Management ? Farmers have a waste management program to reduce, reuse and recycle whenever possible and properly manage all wastes.
Companies that sell or trade in products from Rainforest Alliance Certified farms earn the right to use our green frog seal on their packaging.
The Rainforest Alliance also certifies forestry operations to the standards of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), an independent organization. Forests that earn FSC certification through the Rainforest Alliance meet the FSC?s 56 social and environmental criteria organized under the following ten principles:
1. Compliance with all applicable laws and international treaties  
2. Demonstrated and uncontested, clearly defined, long?term land tenure and use rights  
3. Recognition and respect of indigenous peoples' rights 
4. Maintenance or enhancement of long-term social and economic well-being of forest workers and local communities and respect of worker?s rights in compliance with International Labour Organisation conventions  
5. Equitable use and sharing of benefits derived from the forest 
6. Reduction of environmental impact of logging activities and maintenance of the ecological functions and integrity of the forest 
7. Appropriate and continuously updated management plan 
8. Appropriate monitoring and assessment activities to assess the condition of the forest, management activities and their social and environmental impacts 
9. Maintenance of High Conservation Value Forests those with environmental and social values that are considered to be of outstanding significance or critical importance.
Forestry operations and forest products companies that earn FSC certification through the Rainforest Alliance earn the right to use our green frog seal in addition to the FSC logo.
[HOW_WE_DEVELOPED_OUR_STANDARDS] => Rainforest Alliance Certified farms meet the standards of the Sustainable Agriculture Network, a coalition of leading conservation groups. All standards and criteria were developed with active stakeholder involvement through a public consultation process. The standards development processes comply with the International Social and Environmental Accreditation and Labeling (ISEAL) [www.isealalliance.org] Alliance Code of Good Practice for Setting Social and Environmental Standards.
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) standards for Forest Management and Chain-of-Custody certification are developed by a diverse group of representatives from environmental and social groups, the timber trade and the forestry profession, indigenous people's organizations, responsible corporations, community forestry groups and forest product certification organizations from around the world.  The FSC accredits independent certifying bodies such as the Rainforest Alliance who conduct evaluations and award certification to compliant organizations. The FSC is the only forest certification system recognized by the ISEAL Alliance to follow best-practices in standard setting.
[SUMMARIZE_YOUR_PROCESS_FOR_SCREENING_NEW_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => To become Rainforest Alliance Certified, farms are audited against some 200 criteria and indicators [http://www.rainforest-alliance.org/programs/agriculture/certified-crops/standards_2008.html].  Farms must comply with at least 50% of each principle?s criteria, and with 80% of all criteria, including 14 critical criteria, which are essential for earning certification. Companies trading or selling crops from certified farms must demonstrate traceability back to the farm. For more information, go to our Web site [www.rainforest-alliance.org/agriculture].
Forestry operations seeking Forest Stewardship Council through the Rainforest Alliance must meet the standards of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) [http://www.fsc.org/en/about/policy_standards]. The Rainforest Alliance is the world?s leading FSC-accredited forest management certifier. Companies trading or selling products from FSC-certified forests must register for FSC Chain-of-Custody certification and demonstrate they can trace their products back to certified forests. For more information, go to our Web site [www.rainforest-alliance.or/forestry].
[HOW_WE_REGULARLY_MONITOR_COMPLIANCE_OF_OUR_STANDARDS] => Farms and forestry operations are audited annually and receive surprise audits when there are reports of non-compliance.
[BRIEFLY_DESCRIBE_YOUR_MONITORING_PROCESS_INCLUDING_WHO_PERFORMS_THE_MONITORING] => Farms are audited by the independent organization Sustainable Farming Certification, Int?l. Forests and forest products companies are audited by the Rainforest Alliance?s SmartWood program.
[THE_FEE_STRUCTURE_FOR_OUR_MONITORING_SYSTEM] => Farmers, forest managers and forest products companies pay per diem and travel expenses for technicians and auditors. As these visits are performed by local organizations, the costs are often lower than other systems. 
Farmers are also charged an annual certification fee based on the size of their farm. Forestry operations are charged for Rainforest Alliance administrative costs and an annual FSC certification fee based on the size and scope of their operation. Small farms and small forestry enterprises may organize and seek certification as groups, thus reducing costs and administration.
[MONITORED_REGIONS] => We work in 65 countries.
[MORE_INFORMATION_ABOUT_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => If you are a company wishing to sell products from Rainforest Alliance Certified farms, we ask that you simply register with us. Registration is free and earns you a listing in our online directories. As long as you are purchasing products grown on Rainforest Alliance Certified farms, you will be eligible to use the Rainforest Alliance Certified seal of approval on your packaging and marketing materials. Please visit our online Marketplace www.rainforest-alliance.org/farmproducts and click on ?Register Here?. 
If you are a company wishing to sell products from FSC/Rainforest Alliance Certified forests, please visit our Web site: www.rainforest-alliance.org/forestry.
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[THE_HISTORY_OF_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => RSF Social Finance was incorporated in 1936 as Rudolf Steiner Foundation, Inc. as an act of the New York State Legislature ?primarily for the furtherance of the interests of the cause and teachings of Rudolf Steiner...? From 1936 to 1983, it engaged in fundraising and charitable giving to Anthroposophical organizations, initiatives arising directly out of Steiner?s work and lectures. In 1984, with $6,000 in assets, RSF was renewed with a new purpose of partnering with investors and providing direct loans, primarily mortgage and construction loans, again to Anthroposophical organizations. More services followed such as offering donor advised funds for philanthropists and advisory services for other organizations. In the late 1990?s, RSF?s mission expanded to serve a broader range of clients whose intentions and values are compatible with Steiner?s insights of associative economics and social renewal.
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[STREET_ADDRESS] => 2001 S Street, NW, Suite 430
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[OUR_LOGO_ASSURES_YOU_THAT] => this is a RugMark certified product.  RugMark is the international nonprofit organization devoted to building schools, programs and opportunities that give children back their childhoods by ending child labor in the handmade carpet industry in South Asia.
[WHAT_IS_YOUR_MISSION_STATEMENT] =>   
[THE_HISTORY_OF_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => In the late 1980s, Kailash Satyarthi, chairman of the South Asian Coalition on Child Servitude was leading the global fight against child labor.  After many years of rescuing Indian children from bonded labor in the carpet industry only to see them replaced by others, Mr. Satyarthi recognized that no matter how many children were liberated, others would be forced to take their places at the looms. He wanted to create a market incentive for manufacturers to stop exploiting children on an industrywide basis.  
In September 1994, the RugMark Foundation was formally established by a coalition of nongovernmental organizations, businesses, government entities, and multilateral groups like UNICEF. The first carpets bearing the RugMark label were exported from India at the beginning of 1995, mainly to Germany. Over the next four years, RugMark expanded its certification and rehabilitation activities to Nepal and Pakistan.
[OUR_ORGANIZATIONS_STANDARDS_FOR_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => To become certified, carpet and rug manufacturers sign a legally binding contract to: produce carpets without illegal child labor; register all looms in India and Nepal through supplier licensing with local RugMark offices; allow access to looms for unannounced inspections; and pay associated license fees.
[HOW_WE_DEVELOPED_OUR_STANDARDS] => RugMark's mission is based on the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child which gives every child the right to not be exploited economically. The no child labor standard was developed by a group of stakeholders in the early 1990s including carpet industry representatives, South Asian NGOs, Unicef and child rights organizations. 
The standard continues to be refined as monitoring and certification practices have improved. We are now expanding the standard to include all the core International Labor Organization's labor standards as well as environmental elements.
[SUMMARIZE_YOUR_PROCESS_FOR_SCREENING_NEW_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => For an importer to become licensed, their exporters/suppliers must first be licensed with RugMark?s local offices. If the exporters are already licensed and in good standing, an importer may immediately be licensed. If the exporter(s) are not licensed, the importer notifies their exporter about their intent to become licensed and request that the exporter contact the appropriate RugMark office to initiate licensing. At the same time, RugMark USA office notifies its local office and request permission to facilitate an initial inspection with the exporter(s). Once all exporters are licensed, the importer may then sign the agreement and become licensed to import RugMark certified carpets, bearing the RugMark label.
[HOW_WE_REGULARLY_MONITOR_COMPLIANCE_OF_OUR_STANDARDS] => To ensure compliance, carpet looms are monitored regularly by inspectors trained and supervised by RugMark. To protect against counterfeiting, each labeled carpet is individually numbered, enabling its origin to be traced back to the production site. As an extra assurance that children will not be employed, nonprofit child welfare organizations not affiliated with RugMark are given access to looms and factories inspected by RugMark. In the North America, only licensed RugMark importers are legally permitted to sell carpets carrying the RugMark label.
[BRIEFLY_DESCRIBE_YOUR_MONITORING_PROCESS_INCLUDING_WHO_PERFORMS_THE_MONITORING] => RugMark trained inspectors accompanied by local social welfare nonprofits.
[THE_FEE_STRUCTURE_FOR_OUR_MONITORING_SYSTEM] => The Exporter License Agreement stipulates that suppliers register all looms with RugMark, pass an initial inspection, agree to ongoing inspections, and pay license fees of .25% of the export or FOB value of all shipments to help finance monitoring and inspection.
The Importer License Agreement outlines that RugMark importers pay a 1.75% royalty on the net import value (FOB price) of carpet shipments on a quarterly basis. RugMark USA returns 60% of this amount to its overseas offices to educate and rehabilitate former child laborers. The additional amount covers the licensing and marketing expenses of RugMark USA to continue to build market share of RugMark certified, child-labor-free rugs.
[MONITORED_REGIONS] => India and Nepal.
[MORE_INFORMATION_ABOUT_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => To learn about how you can join RugMark as a licensed importer or a retail partner please contact Scott Welker at Scott@RugMark.org.
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[THE_HISTORY_OF_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => The SFC is the result of a challenge made by Gerry Cooklin, CEO of South Cone, to the industry?s leaders to: "stop destroying the environment and join in developing cooperative, sustainable business practices to meet consumer demands for greater corporate responsibility."  Gerry?s own journey began with an epiphany. ?I was hiking up California?s Sierra Nevada, and a Tree literally "talked" to me. I understood that because I sourced the woods of our company in the Amazon, and manufactured high-end furniture, I was in a unique position to do something about the destruction of the forests in South America.?  Cooklin greened his own operations and became active in promoting sustainability among his peers. Finally, in October 2006, interest had grown sufficiently and an effective organizational meeting resulted in almost 50 people agreeing to participate.   Incorporation was complete early in 2007, and the organization?s first staff was hired.
[OUR_ORGANIZATIONS_STANDARDS_FOR_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => SFC criteria for membership are simple and our standards for Exemplary membership status are high.
To be a member of SFC, an individual or company must sign our Member Commitment Pledge, and companies also fill our Best Practice Agreement.  These documents are posted on the SFC website and applicant website.  
SFC recognizes Exemplary Membership at 3 levels:  Silver, Gold, and Platinum.  Requirements include:
For manufacturers for Silver: 15-25% wood used is FSC-certified, or demonstrated equivalent; 1-25% non-wood materials are recycled or bio-based; Have in place a supplier code of conduct that covers social equity issues; Submit a carbon footprint report; 5 optional credits points
For manufacturers for Gold: 25-50% wood used is FSC-certified, or demonstrated equivalent; 25-50% non-wood materials are recycled or bio-based; Have in place a supplier code of conduct that covers social equity issues; Submit a carbon footprint report; Show that their supply chain has been impacted with improvement; Perform an LCA on at least one product platform; 10 optional credits points
For manufacturers for Platinum: SMART Sustainable Furniture Certification (or equivalent) allowing four optional levels of achievement based on credits earned. 
For Retailers for Silver: At least 15% of home furnishings products sold originate from manufacturers known to produce sustainable product; Be responsible for at least 1 SFC-sanctioned educational or promotional event per year; Submit a Carbon Footprint report detailing the Baseline Inventory thermal and electrical usage of applicant?s store(s); Use 50% compact fluorescent bulbs, or LED in stores; Recycle 50% of all packaging materials; 5 optional credits points.
For Retailers for Gold: At least 25% of home furnishings products sold originate from manufacturers known to produce sustainable product; Be responsible for at least 2 SFC-sanctioned educational or promotional event per year; Submit a Carbon Footprint report detailing the Baseline Inventory thermal and electrical usage of applicant?s store (s); Use 75% compact fluorescent bulbs, or LED in stores; Recycle 75% of all packaging materials; 10 optional credits points.
For Retailers for Platinum: At least 75% of home furnishings products sold originate from manufacturers known to produce sustainable product; Be responsible for at least 4 SFC-sanctioned educational or promotional event per year; Submit a Carbon Footprint report detailing the Baseline Inventory thermal and electrical usage of applicant?s store(s); Use 100% compact fluorescent bulbs, or LED in stores; Recycle 100% of all packaging materials; 25 optional credits points.
[HOW_WE_DEVELOPED_OUR_STANDARDS] => SFC criteria for membership and standards for exemplary membership were developed by a balanced coalition of members in a transparent consensus process.  The criteria was set in a series of meetings and discussions over the course of a year.  Participants included committed and expert individuals.  The team included: international conservation organizations, retailers, designers, manufacturers, suppliers, media, educators, and several involved in the founding of the USGBC.
[SUMMARIZE_YOUR_PROCESS_FOR_SCREENING_NEW_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => Members applications are posted on the SFC website and vetted in discussion in the public domain.
[HOW_WE_REGULARLY_MONITOR_COMPLIANCE_OF_OUR_STANDARDS] => see above
[BRIEFLY_DESCRIBE_YOUR_MONITORING_PROCESS_INCLUDING_WHO_PERFORMS_THE_MONITORING] => see above
[THE_FEE_STRUCTURE_FOR_OUR_MONITORING_SYSTEM] => Our corporate membership dues are based on Annual Sales	
or Institutional Budget of the organization.
The range of dues is as follows: Up to $500,000 = $250/year; $500,001-1 Million = $750/year; $1-5 Million = $1250/year; $5-25  Million = $1,500/year; $25-50  Million = $1,750/year; $50- 150 Million = $2,000/year; and $150 Million +1 = $3,000/year.
We also accept individual members for $125/year or student members for $25/year.
[MONITORED_REGIONS] => Global
[MORE_INFORMATION_ABOUT_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => The SFC recognizes the overwhelming scientific consensus that our world is experiencing dangerous global climate change.  In acknowledgement of the tremendous urgency to take action, SFC members take immediate steps to minimize carbon emissions and waste stream pollutants.
SFC Members: Work to eliminate unrecyclable content; Utilize Life Cycle Assessment  and a verifiable chain of custody for tracking wood flow; and Support the triple bottom line of PEOPLE-PLANET-PROFITS and lead the industry in awareness of best practices throughout supply chains.
To become a member, go to www.sustainablefurniturecouncil.org and click on 'Join Now'.
[CITY] => Chapel Hill
[STATE_OR_REGION] => NC
[CUSTOM_LINK_1_URL] => http://www.sustainablefurniturecouncil.org
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[YEAR_FOUNDED] => 1998
[NUMBER_OF_EMPLOYEES] => info@transfairusa.org
[ORGANIZATION_NAME] =>   Fair Trade Certified | TransFair USA
[STREET_ADDRESS] => 1500 Broadway, Suite 400
[PHONE_NUMBER] => 5106635260
[FAX_NUMBER] =>   
[EMAIL_ADDRESS] => info@transfairusa.org
[WEBSITE] => http://www.fairtradecertified.org
[HOW_MANY_BUSINESS_MEMBERS_DO_YOU_HAVE] => 62
[SIGN_UP_FOR_NEWSLETTER] => http://www.fairtradecertified.org
[OUR_LOGO_ASSURES_YOU_THAT] => the product was produced under environmentally and economically sustainable conditions.  Fair Trade Certified farmers and farm workers are guaranteed higher prices, better working conditions, more direct trade, access to credit and support for sustainable agriculture.
[WHAT_IS_YOUR_MISSION_STATEMENT] => TransFair USA enables sustainable development and community empowerment by cultivating a more equitable global trade model that benefits farmers, workers, consumers, industry and the earth.  We achieve our mission by certifying and promoting Fair Trade products.
[THE_HISTORY_OF_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => In 1988, world coffee prices dropped dramatically, impoverishing farmers around the world. In response, a Fair Trade Certified label was created in the Netherlands, to guarantee that more of each dollar reached the producers. Since then, twenty separate national labeling initiatives have emerged throughout the developed world. In 1997, FairTrade Labelling Organizations International (FLO) was formed to standardize and coordinate the work of the national Fair Trade labels. TransFair USA was founded in 1998 and is a leading member of FLO. Over $100 million in additional income has been generated by farmers and farm workers in over fifty countries through U.S. Fair Trade sales. Since 1998, the number of Fair Trade products in the U.S. market has increased more than tenfold; there are more than 700 American companies licensed by TransFair USA; and Fair Trade products are available in more than 40,000 retail locations in the U.S. 
[OUR_ORGANIZATIONS_STANDARDS_FOR_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => TransFair USA operates within the FairTrade Labeling Organizations International (FLO). FLO manages the application and certification process for our producers, guaranteeing that their products meet international Fair Trade standards. Below, you will find the minimum conditions that producers must meet to be approved by FLO, a link to the product-specific standards that TransFair USA certifies for the US market, and the standards for our relationship with US sellers.
For Producers:	
Fair prices: Democratically organized farmer groups receive a guaranteed minimum floor price and an additional premium for certified organic products. Farmer organizations are also eligible for pre-harvest credit.
Fair labor conditions: Workers on Fair Trade farms enjoy freedom of association, safe working conditions, and living wages. Forced or child labor is strictly prohibited. 
Direct trade: With Fair Trade, importers purchase from Fair Trade producer groups as directly as possible, eliminating unnecessary middlemen and empowering farmers to develop the business capacity necessary to compete in the global marketplace. 
Democratic and transparent organizations: Fair Trade farmers and farm workers decide democratically how to invest Fair Trade revenues. 
Community development: Fair Trade farmers and farm workers invest Fair Trade premiums in social and business development projects like scholarship programs, quality improvement trainings, and organic certification. 
Environmental sustainability: Harmful agrochemicals and GMOs are strictly prohibited in favor of environmentally sustainable farming methods that protect farmers? health and preserve valuable ecosystems for future generations. Fair Trade environmental standards are the second highest in the industry, following close behind the standard for organic certification.
For Products:
TransFair USA certifies the following products for the US market: Coffee, Tea, Herbs? Cocoa, Flowers, Sugar, Rice, Vanilla, Bananas, Mangoes, Pineapples, and Grapes. To learn about the product-specific standard for each, visit the FLO website at: http://www.fairtrade.net/standards.html.
For Sellers:
U.S. companies must purchase from FLO-certified Fair Trade producer groups, pay TransFair USA a per-pound fee for certification, regularly report purchases and sales of FTC products, and sign a licensing agreement and Letter of Intent (LOI) with TransFair USA. Additionally, coffee roasters make available up to 60% of the value of the contract in pre-financing or other credit facilities on request of the producer organization.
[HOW_WE_DEVELOPED_OUR_STANDARDS] => While the concept of Fair Trade has been around since the end of WWII, the development of the certification system began in 1988 in response to a crisis in the coffee market where prices fell well below the cost of production. Fair Trade guaranteed a minimum floor price to cover the cost of sustainable production. Direct trade relationships were required between the international importers and developing countries’ producers, to bypass the middlemen who otherwise absorb much of the money. Additionally, in order to ensure that producers’ communities had the resources they needed to prosper, a social premium beyond the floor price was included for democratically-determined community development projects. Fair Trade Certified standards have evolved to include the industry’s most stringent environmental standards outside of organic certification, additional premiums for organic products, and an ever-increasing number of product-specific guidelines. 
[SUMMARIZE_YOUR_PROCESS_FOR_SCREENING_NEW_PRODUCERS_PRODUCTS_OR_SELLERS] => Prospective licensees submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) to TransFair USA that outlines their plan for marketing and developing their Fair Trade Certified product line, including specific initial volume projections and growth estimates. The LOI is a tool that helps set realistic mutual goals with our new company partners, aligning our respective expectations and establishing a foundation for success. Our importers must purchase their products from producer organizations certified by TransFair USA’s umbrella organization, FLO. All products must be purchased at a price that meets or exceeds the product-specific international Fair Trade minimum price (available here: http://www.fairtrade.net/producers.html). Our licensees must agree to our logo use policy, ensuring that every product with the Fair Trade Certified logo meets our strict social and environmental criteria. With our label, we present a universally recognizable brand that consumers rely on. To see the complete rules regarding our logo, visit: http://transfairusa.org/pdfs/LUG/LabelUseGuide.pdf. 
[HOW_WE_REGULARLY_MONITOR_COMPLIANCE_OF_OUR_STANDARDS] => To maintain Fair Trade certification, producer groups undergo an annual renewal inspection. The inspection reports are reviewed by an international committee comprised of FLO members. 
TransFair USA tracks Fair Trade products from the producer group all the way through the retailer and consumer. Our licensed importers and roasters must submit reports of their Fair Trade transactions. For each transaction between an importer and a producer, we require three pieces of documentation to ensure that the producer received the established Fair Trade price. 
After tracking certified products, our certification team addresses and reconciles discrepancies. In the marketplace, we make a tremendous effort to ensure proper use of the Fair Trade Certified label. We reserve, and occasionally exercise, the right to terminate our business relationship with any company that fails to comply with our strict auditing and label use requirements.
[BRIEFLY_DESCRIBE_YOUR_MONITORING_PROCESS_INCLUDING_WHO_PERFORMS_THE_MONITORING] => TransFair USA's Certification Department, in cooperation with Fairtrade Labelling Organizations International (FLO) audits the global supply chain from the farmer, to the importer, to the product manufacturer and retailer.
[THE_FEE_STRUCTURE_FOR_OUR_MONITORING_SYSTEM] => TransFair's licensing fees enable us to operate a system that is transparent and consistent, and that balances the need for our work to be adequately resourced with the objective of maximizing market opportunities for Fair Trade producers. It is therefore important that the fees are set at a realistic level but that they do not act as a barrier to entry or a disincentive to increase sales. As of 2006, our fee structure was as follows: Product TransFair USA License Fee per lb. Coffee $0.10 Cocoa $0.10 Tea $0.18 Rice $0.035 Sugar $0.035 Fruit $0.01 Note: Some fees may vary based on volume. Please contact our Business Development office for further information: (510) 663-5260. 
[MONITORED_REGIONS] => Fair Trade Certified products come from developing countries in Latin America, Asia, and Africa. TransFair USA monitors all transactions between international FLO certified producer groups and US companies.
[MORE_INFORMATION_ABOUT_OUR_ORGANIZATION] => To become a licensed seller of Fair Trade Certified products in the World of Good marketplace, please