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Fairtrade at Cardiff Met

Three members of Cardiff Met staff hold Fairtrade information posters outside the Cardiff School of Management Three members of Cardiff Met staff hold Fairtrade information posters outside the Cardiff School of Management
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Cardiff Metropolitan University and the Cardiff Metropolitan University Students' Union have a long-standing commitment to Fairtrade, supporting and selling Fairtrade products since 2003 and achieving accreditation in 2007.


The Sustainability team celebrate their 2-star Fairtrade University award The Sustainability team celebrate their 2-star Fairtrade University award

We're a 2-Star Fairtrade University

We are extremely pleased to say that Cardiff Met has achieved a 2-star 'Fairtrade University' Award for 2026, our highest score to date. This significant achievement reflects the hard work and collaboration of colleagues and students across the University.

Our next Fairtrade assessment will take place in 2028 and we're already looking forward to the possibilities of the next two years.

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Fairtrade Annual Report 2025-2026

Cardiff Met's Fairtrade Annual Progress Report for 2025/2026 encompasses all aspects of Fairtrade at Cardiff Met, from campaigning to strategy, and even including impact.

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SMART Action Plan

Our SMART Action Plan includes operational considerations such as procurement and catering, campaigning and influence, engagement and communications, and evaluation of activities.

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Fairtrade Cotton

Since 2024, all University-branded clothing sold on campus, at graduation, or via our online store, is Fairtrade accredited. Clothing is printed in-house at our Llandaff Studio.

Student Fairtrade Opportunities

Contact the Sustainability team at sustainability@cardiffmet.ac.uk to register your interest.

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Become a student Fairtrade auditor
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Run a Fairtrade society event with our support
 Two women holding Fairtrade-branded foods
Campaign or fundraise for Fairtrade with our support
A row of Cardiff Met-branded hoodies and sweatshirt lined up on a clothes rail A row of Cardiff Met-branded hoodies and sweatshirt lined up on a clothes rail

Read Cardiff Met's Fairtrade Policy

Fairtrade Policy
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Fairtrade Food on Campus

Cardiff Met prioritises Fairtrade sourcing across catering outlets and hospitality services. Fairtrade tea and coffee are serves as standard in university hospitality, including conferences and events hosted on campus. Additionally, outlets maintain stock of Fairtrade products across key categories, including tea, coffee, juice, sugar, chocolate, fruit, and more.

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Fairtrade Highlights

Each year, we deliver a range of events to raise awareness of Fairtrade and to provide opportunities for out students. 2025/26 was a strong year for student involvement through Fairtrade campaigns and research projects, including storytelling events and awareness initiatives.

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Fairtrade Afternoon Tea & Storytelling Event in Collaboration with Fairtrade Wales
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Go Green Week Campaign
A member of the Sustainability team engages in conversation with students at a Go Green Week information stall
Fairtrade Week Information Fair in Collaboration with Fairtrade Pontypridd
Two students stand behind a Fairtrade information stall, featuring with information sheets and Fairtrade food items
Fairtrade community stall, survey, and competition
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