Fairtrade Fortnight - School Resources

It's less than three weeks to go until Fairtrade Fortnight! During these two weeks, schools across the UK will connect with farmers affected by climate change and learn how to take action for a fairer future.

Fairtrade farmers are among the people who have contributed the least to climate change - but are already feeling the worst effects. 17 people from Côte d’Ivoire have the same carbon footprint as one person in the UK, but studies have shown that Africa is the continent most vulnerable to climate change.

To help you bring these issues into the classroom, we've created a new 4-part film and lesson series: 'A Fair Future'. Through this series, young people will:

• Discover the historical inequalities at the heart of the climate crisis
• Connect with farmers affected by extreme weather
• Learn why trade justice is necessary for climate justice
• Understand how to take action for a fair future

Each episode is accompanied by a comprehensive teacher guide, equipping you with lesson plans, discussion questions and a range of follow-up resources. These resources allow your students to explore fascinating topics, such as the complexity of carbon and how to create systems change.

For more ideas on how to get involved in Fairtrade Fortnight this year, check out out Take Action webpage. The climate crisis isn't fair, but together we can take action for a fairer future.