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[Feb. 8th, 2006|07:16 am] |
N E 1 4 fair trade organic ipod cozies??
I don't have an ipod. As a VJ i opted for a more all-in-one functional tool that i can work with, so i have something that does play mp3s (abd CDs) but also plays DVDs, AVIs, QT, and plugs into my video mixer.... its like a handheld home entertainment unit. But if i did have an ipod, and as a but of a conspicuous consumer, i might get excited about this: the guys over at Pro'Tech'd (pronounced "protected") have a new fair-trade, organic cotton ipod cozy. And while i am a little on the fence about it, I do like Pro'tech'd's mission to produces all Cozy(s) in accordance to Fair Trade guidelines. Collectives of Peruvian artisans hand-knit the products in an established work facility where they enjoy clean and safe working conditions and educational opportunities. The artisans also earn 20% more than "Fair Living Wage" in Peru. And it increases demand for organic cotton. So it may be that you buy one of these not because you need to buy something, but because you can help make some people's lives a little better! Wallet activism? |
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