Short history:

NAP was founded on 16^th June, 2005. Producers from different Asian countries met in Sri Lanka and discussed the need of having a Network which can present a united voice to FLO. The First General Assembly of the Network of Asian Producers (NAP) took place in Bangkok, Thailand from the 17th to the 19th of September 2006.

Mission & Role:

NAP’s mission is to facilitate the incorporation of more producers to be able to join the Fairtrade movement in Asia through an existing wide range of products and services. NAP also works to ensure that Asian realities and conditions are taken into account while setting Fairtrade Standards without compromising on the basic principles of Fairtrade. Finally, NAP is also the official representative of Asian Producers within FLO.

Membership:

The Network of Asian Producers (NAP) is a multi stakeholder body comprising representatives of producer organizations, Joint Bodies, small farmer organizations and promoting bodies who are certified by or registered with the Fairtrade Labelling system. At present, NAP has 96 members.