ZHENA'S GYPSY TEA
This wonderful woman owned tea company is commited to the enviornment and fair trade. According to their credo they are
" a socially responsible inspiration to consumers worldwide. With renown, organic and fair trade certified tea potions, we have affected change in the fields where our teas are grown and harvested through providing our workers with healthcare, guaranteed maternity leave, childcare, education, better working conditions, autonomy and no child labor. Our passion is kindness and proving that business is the most powerful force in the world to shift the global economy into abundance for all."
Zhena’s Gypsy Tea is committed to creating a common bond of Humanity through building a sustainable business and sharing its resources to help put an end to poverty in the regions of the earth where its products are sourced and sold.
We do this by purchasing raw materials from impoverished communities and paying a Fair Price along with a Fair Trade Premium to shift the local economies into sustainable economies. This ensures that we in turn have sustainable human relations and sustainable supply chains.
And their tea tastes incredible too!!!!! For more information about this nifty company, and to order their tea, please visit them at www.gypsytea.com
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WHOLE FOODS MARKET
Not only does this food chain offer all sorts of organic products, they also offer a wonderful yummy selection of pre made food for those times when you don't have the time or energy to cook. Their breads are among the best I've ever had. I can't say enough about this wonderful chain. Their committment to the enviornment extends to the humane treatment of animals as well. For more information on Whole Foods, visit their website at www.wholefoodsmarket.com. Below is information about their Animal Compassion Foundation.
Whole Foods Market created the non-profit Animal Compassion Foundation as a natural progression of our efforts to help producers evolve their practices for raising farm animals naturally and humanely. Our ongoing financial support will enable the Animal Compassion Foundation to:
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THE BODY SHOP
The Body Shop Values: Made with Passion: (I love their products not only because of the values of this company but also because of the wholesomenes of their products. The ingredients are natural and I feel very comfortable using them on my body.
The most beautiful thing about The Body Shop is what we believe in. Our five Core Values are at the heart of everything we do and come together to create everything we make.
| Against Animal Testing
We consider testing products or ingredients on animals to be morally and scientifically indefensible. |
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| Community Trade
We support small producer communities around the world who supply us with accessories and natural ingredients. |
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| Activate Self Esteem
We know that you're unique, and we'll always treat you like an individual. We like you just the way you are. |
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| Defend Human Rights
We believe that it is the responsibility of every individual to actively support those who have human rights denied to them. |
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| Protect Our Planet
We believe that a business has the responsibility to protect the environment in which it operates, locally and globally. |