Fair Trade supports businesses at every stage of their journey
The Fair Trade movement is made up of businesses who support the principles of Fair Trade, and are passionate about alleviating poverty by caring for both people and the planet.
Get Involved
Become a Member
Join a dedicated, like-minded community of entrepreneurs and have a voice in the Fair Trade movement as a Business Member. The more voices we have, the stronger our message of trade justice will be.
Becoming a Business Member of the Fair Trade Association is the first step on the pathway towards becoming an endorsed Fair Trader of Australia in the future.
Member Benefits
Networking Opportunities
Networking access to like-minded businesses.
Business Connections
An opportunity for wholesalers to meet with retailers and visa versa.
Learning and Development
Access to business development and learning opportunities.
Marketing Opportunities
Access to marketing opportunities such as seasonal Shopping Guides, Social Media Club and more.
Exclusive Member Communications
Exclusive member newsletters and Facebook group.
Monthly Online Meetup
Monthly Members Meet Up (online).
Voting Rights
Have your say as a full voting member at the Fair Trade Association AGM.
Connection to global community
Fair Trade Association is a member of WFTO and shares important updates from the Global movement.
How to Become a Business Member
You can apply now by completing a simple form.
Membership is open to businesses and organisations wishing to support and promote Fair Trade.
It does not imply endorsement of business, product activity or service against the Principles of Fair Trade.
If you are not a business but would like to support Fair Trade, find out more about becoming an individual supporter.
Pathway to Fair Trade Endorsement
By becoming a Business Member, you will demonstrate an active commitment to the Fair Trade Movement. Business Membership acts as a pathway towards future endorsement as a Fair Trader of Australia. Support is provided for businesses to prepare for moving towards endorsement.
Investment
Membership fees are weighted against turnover.