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Buying Fairtrade is easy. There are almost 5,000 Fairtrade products from coffee and tea to flowers and gold. When you shop, look for the FAIRTRADE Mark.

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When you display the world’s most recognised ethical label, customers and stakeholders trust you’re having a measurable impact on the planet and with the people who grow the products we love.

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We're asking you to, whatever you do,​ and however you do it:​ Do it Fair.​

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Fairtrade Fortnight 2026: 21 September - 4 October

Fairtrade Fortnight

Fairtrade Fortnight 2026 is taking place 21 September – 04 October. Get the details on what happened last year, and what's coming up.

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Fairtrade Universities

The Fairtrade University Award celebrates institutions that embed ethical and sustainable practices across teaching, procurement, research, and student action.

The Fairtrade University Award, delivered in partnership with Students Organising for Sustainability UK (SOS-UK), empowers institutions to drive meaningful change from within the education sector.

Together, we can raise awareness, shift power, and influence decision-makers to make trade fairer for the people who grow the products we depend on every day.

Got a question? Email us at universities@fairtrade.org.uk

Fairtrade University Award 2024–2026

Sixteen universities across the UK have been recognised through the Fairtrade University Award for building fairness, sustainability and student leadership into campus life. 

Delivered by the Fairtrade Foundation in partnership with SOS UK, the programme supports universities to embed Fairtrade across teaching, governance, procurement and campaigning -helping connect everyday decisions with global justice, fair pay and ethical trade.

2024–2026 award holders

Arts University Bournemouth - Award
Bournemouth University - 3 star
Cardiff Metropolitan University - 2 star
Cardiff University - 1 star
Coventry University - 1 star
Glasgow Caledonian University - 3 star
Oxford Brookes University - Award
Kingston University - 2 star
University College London - Award
University of Birmingham - 1 star
University of Exeter - 3 star
University of Greenwich - 2 star
University of Leeds - 3 star
University of Plymouth - 3 star
University of St Andrews - 3 star
University of the West of England (UWE) - Award

2023–2025 award holders

Bangor University – 2 Star
Birmingham Newman University –Award
De Montfort University – 2 Star
Queen's University Belfast – Award
Royal Holloway, University of London – 1 Star
Swansea University – 2 Star
University of Bristol – 2 Star
University of Chichester – 2 Star
University of Liverpool – 2 Star
University of Manchester – 2 Star
University of Reading – 3 Star
University of Worcester – 2 Star

Why it matters

These universities are showing how institutions can play a meaningful role in advancing climate justice, fairer trade and more equitable global systems - while creating opportunities for students to lead and take action.

Award applications for 2026-28 open

Apply now to join the 2026-28 Award cycle running from October 2026 to June 2028.

Institutions pay a two-year membership fee (£2036 + VAT for universities) which includes access to the full support package. A physical slate award is also available for an additional £35 + VAT.

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Fairtrade University Award resources

We’ve gathered a range of practical tools and guidance to make your Fairtrade journey easier. Whether you’re just starting out or working towards renewal, these resources are designed to support every step of the process.
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Support for your university or college

Participants benefit from peer support from SOS-UK and Fairtrade, access to a comprehensive digital toolkit, regular webinars, and inclusion in an interactive network of like-minded institutions. Activity levels are flexible - select criteria across areas such as purchasing, teaching, campaigning, research, and outreach - to earn an award that reflects your institution’s unique strengths.
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