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Principles
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Guaranteed Fair Trade
The Rice & Carry brand is a fully recognized member of the World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO). All products are produced according to the 10 Fair Trade principles.
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Creating opportunities for disadvantaged producers
Besides our employed crafters we work with small family businesses and women’s associations in the eastern province of Sri Lanka.
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Transparency and accountability
We are transparent with regard to our production process. Visit our manufactory in Komari and take a look behind the scenes.
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Fair trade practices
Solidarity, trust and mutual respect are our core values. This is how we build relationships with business partners in particular.
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Market conditions
We ensure that all our employees receive a monthly income above the national minimum wage and we also pay into a pension fund.
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No child and forced labor
Our suppliers are regularly monitored to ensure that no child or forced labor is involved.
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No discrimination, gender equality and freedom of assembly
We oppose any form of discrimination based on origin, gender, religion or physical or mental impairment. More than 80% of our employees define themselves as female.
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Good working conditions
The Rice & Carry manufactory is closed on Sundays and holidays. International Women’s Day is a paid vacation for us.
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Employee development
We particularly support women from rural areas so that they can develop their potential – and we are proud that they develop into creative and qualified craftspeople.
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Promoting fair trade
We raise awareness of the goal and principles of fair trade and commit ourselves to honest advertising and marketing.
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Respect for the environment
Environmental protection is the heart of our company. We recycle, manufacture products from waste materials and provide information about environmental problems