Fair Trade Judaica: Guatemala Slide Show, Kippot Sale and more!

If you are having difficulty viewing this message, view the graphics version online at http://fairtradejudaica.org/our-story/news-press/ February 2013 Newsletter   Adar 5773/February 2013 In this issue: Guatemala Photos & Stories Pre-Pesach Kippot Sale News from the Fair Trade World HAPPY PURIM! Follow Us on Facebook   Fair Trade Judaica: FTJ envisions a world in which Jewish consumers recognize fair trade as an expression of core Jewish values, seek out fair trade Judaica products, and use their purchasing power to support thriving communities of artisans around the world.   Quick Links: FTJ Website FTJ Blog Find out about new fair trade Judaica products as soon as they hit the market and when our blogs are posted!! Join Us: Join our email list, and get updates about new products, artisans, and FTJ activities. Forward this email to friends and colleagues.   Donate: Your tax deductible gift helps us provide assistance and support to fair trade artisans around the world, so that they, their families and communities can live with economic and social stability. Photos & Stories from the FTJ Guatemala Trip We returned last week from a fabulous FTJ inaugural trip to Guatemala, visiting six different artisan groups who make Judaica products. We've put together a slide show and script for your enjoyment and to get you interested in the next one! David's blog entry highlights his initial reflections on the trip. We'll continue to post blogs and more stories, so catch us on Facebook and read our blogs. Pre-Pesach Kippot sale Treat yourself to a new handmade kippah. Choose from a variety of colors and styles of crocheted and beaded kippot from Guatemala - 25% off and free shipping! Visit our online store and enter discount code PESACH5773 at checkout. News from the Fair Trade World   A new study by the international FairTrade Labelling Organization shows the powerful impact of the growing Fair Trade movement. Figures from 2010-11 indicate that there was a 13% increase in the number of farmers and workers within in the fair trade system, and smallholder organizations reported a 30% increase in sales revenue. HAPPY PURIM! I found this piece by Maya Bernstein of UpStart, an important teacher for me (Ilana) in deepening Fair Trade Judaica, to be an inspiring drash/interpretation on the deeper meaning of Purim. May you also be inspired. Follow Us on Facebook Find out about new fair trade Judaica products as soon as they hit the market and when our blogs are posted! Fair Trade Judaica is a beneficiary of UpStart Bay Area.   Fair Trade Judaica is a project of Community Partners/JumpStart. Copyright © 2007-2013 Fair Trade Judaica, all rights reserved.