World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO) Email Format
International Trade and DevelopmentGelderland, Netherlands51-200 Employees
World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO) is an international association of small and medium-sized enterprises that advocates for a more equitable and sustainable model of commerce. It coordinates a global network of fair trade enterprises active in 84 countries, with impact that has reached over a million livelihoods. The organization emphasizes producing goods in a manner that respects workers and the environment, spanning sectors from fashion to food and beauty. As a membership body, WFTO supports its members in expanding ethical markets and elevating fair trade entrepreneurs in international policy discussions. WFTO is based in Culemborg, Gelderland, in the Netherlands, and operates as a mid-sized organization within the international trade and development space. In 2024, the association launched an AI-powered sustainability platform. Through partnerships and advocacy, it seeks to broaden fair trade practices and influence policy in favor of SMEs.