Welcome to the Responsible Purchasing Initiative
In today’s globalised and competitive business environment, companies are increasingly sourcing goods from developing countries through international supply chains. This initiative explores how it is possible to improve the impact of purchasing activities on the lives of people in developing countries, by looking at the roles of EU businesses, public authorities and consumers.
The Responsible Purchasing Initiative is led by three European Fair Trade organisations who share a vision of trade reducing poverty:
Traidcraft - UK
Oxfam Wereldwinkels - Belgium
IDEAS - Spain
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The Buying Game
The Buying Game
Put yourself in the buyer's shoes and find out about the real effects decisions made in the UK can have on people thousands of miles away.
Report on Good Practice
A report on good practice with case studies from companies.