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This May, We welcome Exolina Aldana, a Fair Trade coffee producer from Nicaragua and a key role in two cooperatives in the Global South. President of the Augusto César Sandino co-operative and delegate at the second-tier co-operative CECOCAFEN, with a series of activities supported by Terrassa City Council.

 

From the role of women in coffee production to Fair Trade and responsible consumption

 

Exolina will offer us her vision and accompany us on one of the most important dates in our calendar: World Fair Trade Day.

 

To this end, it will take part in various activities with public institutions, educational centres and other entities to raise awareness about the benefits of consuming Fairtrade certified products for the people who produce them.

 

These will include discussions with students about Fair Trade and responsible consumptionThe event will include discussions on agro-ecology and territory, and conversations around a cup in which she will give voice to her own experience to talk about the role of women in coffee production.

 

We will also discuss the development of current international cooperation projects with the Augusto César Sandino cooperative, which began in conjunction with AlterNativa3 and Terrassa City Council and now operate independently. Among other issues of equal social relevance, these projects focus on the empowerment of women, the defence of the environment, curbing climate change, scholarships for students and studies that promote the digital development of young people and women in the community.

 

A relevant figure in the community

 

Exolina backs up all these activities and conversations with her experiences, as she is a relevant figure in her community for having become a person in positions of responsibility as a woman and a mother in a mostly male world.

 

After leaving to pursue her secondary education, she returned to work and activate different areas of the production cooperative of which she is now president. Her first steps in the movement came, in fact, with a university scholarship that allowed her to learn more about the work of Augusto César Sandino.

 

With a degree in Accounting from the University of Matagalpa and a diploma in gender leadership and climate change from the Latin American and Caribbean Coordinator of Small Producers and Fair Trade Workers (CLAC), she has carried out different tasks before becoming president, and the experience has led her to be increasingly committed to education for youth and women in the community, gender development and women's empowerment. 

 

Do you want to join this international movement to protect and defend responsible consumption?

 

We encourage you to participate in the activities that await you this month of May and to make changes in your consumption habits with products like our Fair Trade coffee from Nicaragua.

 

 

If you are someone who practices responsible consumption, this is of interest to you! And if you are someone who is curious about what you consume, but have little time for research, this is also of interest to you! 

 

Fair trade 

At AlterNativa we have 30 years of experience in the production of fair trade coffee, cocoa and sugar. 

Maybe you have heard of this concept - fair trade - but you are not sure what it means. If so, pay special attention to the following lines.

Fair Trade is an international trading system that plays fair with both people and the planet. 

Fairtrade does not mistreat. It does not pollute. It does not tolerate child labour. It does not cause deforestation. It does not involve infinite intermediary actions. It admits neither elements nor chemical processes in the production processes.

The list of yeses is also long: 

Fair Trade does guarantee decent working conditions. It does ensure environmentally friendly production conditions. It does promote the creation of cooperatives. It does promote schools. It does offer quality products. It does promote innovation. 

And, above all, it does need all these benefits to be made known.

And for that we need your collaboration. If you are someone who already enjoys fair trade products, share it with your environment! If you have not yet dared to do so, take the plunge!

 

BioCoffice: quality coffee and ethical commitment in your workplace

At AlterNativa3 we understand that your coffee break is not just a time to recharge your batteries, it is also an opportunity to contribute to a fairer and more sustainable world. That's why we introduce you to BioCoffice, an initiative that brings the commitment to fair trade directly to your workplace.

 

Simple solutions for responsible consumption

With BioCoffice we get into your office, at your desk, in your meeting room and in your rest area. Because we want you to enjoy and share a quality, responsible and ethical coffee where you spend most of your time during the day.

That is why we have created the BioCoffice solutions, which offer you:

1. Office coffee: BioCoffice is the perfect solution for companies committed to fair trade and sustainability. Every cup of coffee you enjoy supports coffee-producing communities in developing countries. of the Global South, ensuring fair working conditions and a decent price for their work.
2. Coffee subscription: With BioCoffice we offer you the convenience of having your coffee delivered directly to your workplace, without having to worry about constantly placing orders. Our monthly subscription allows you to enjoy organic and ethical coffee on a regular basis, with the flexibility to adjust your preferences according to your needs.
3. Coffee machines for companies: For those companies that don't yet have a coffee machine, at AlterNativa3 we offer a variety of options to suit your needs and budget. From automatic machines to reusable capsule systems, we have the perfect solution for your office.

With BioCoffice, in addition to making your life easier at your workplace, you enjoy premium coffee and feel the satisfaction of knowing that you are supporting coffee-producing communities. of the Global SouthThe workers are guaranteed fair working conditions and a decent price for their work. 

You already know that all our products are certified organic, which means that they are produced without the use of pesticides and chemical fertilisers. We also promote sustainable agricultural practices that protect biodiversity and natural resources. And we encourage transparency and traceability throughout our supply chain, so you can know where your coffee comes from and the positive impact it has on the lives of those who produce it.

 

Discover the BioCoffice worldYou'll be enjoying quality coffee also at work while contributing to a fairer and more sustainable world.

 

Join us in this mission and make your choice of coffee an act of responsibility and solidarity - together we can make a difference!