Fair Trade is a trading partnership based on dialogue, transparency and respect, which seeks greater equity in international trade. It contributes to sustainable development by offering better trading conditions to, and securing the rights of, marginalized producers and workers—especially in the Southern Hemisphere.​

Fair Trade organizations, recognized by the WFTO logo, have a clear commitment to the principal core of their mission. Then, backed by consumers, are actively engaged in supporting producers, raising awareness and campaigning for changes in the rules and practices of conventional international trade. Fair Trade proves that greater justice in world trade is possible. It shows how successful businesses can, and should, put people before profits.​

10 Principles of Fair Trade​

1. Creating opportunities for economically disadvantaged producers
2. Transparency and accountability
3. Fair trading practices
4. Payment of a fair price to producers that can be sustained by the market
5. Ensuring no child labour and no forced labour
6. Commitment to non discrimination, gender equity and freedom of association
7. Ensuring good working conditions
8. Providing capacity building
9. Promoting Fair Trade
10. Respect for the environment

​Fair Trade Group Nepal

​FTGN is a consortium of Fair Trade organizations in Nepal, which promotes the advancement of the socioeconomic status of underprivileged producers across the country. It was formally registered as a not-for-profit and nongovernmental organization in 1996. FTGN aims to develop constructive collaboration among its members to influence policy and promote Fair Trade in Nepal. It aims to enhance solidarity among Fair Trade and like-minded organizations, partners and stakeholders at the national, regional and international levels for the further promotion of the Fair Trade movement.