Fair News Edition 39 December 2015

Message from Susy

This is the last newsletter for 2014 so I wanted to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support this year. To the many collaborators and co-ordinators that have volunteered over the years to put together the programs and activities that make our events; the hundreds of volunteers that dedicate their time to help us to make sure things go smoothly. The sponsors because without them we could not do any of these things. The exhibitors for being part of the ethical movement and for their belief in creating positive social and environmental outcomes via their businesses practices.

Moral Fairground was established in 2009 to promote fair and ethical trade, our team is predominantly made up of volunteers and our vision is to grow the ethical movement because we believe that the power of change lies in people like me and you, through collaborations, partnership and sharing of knowledge.

So what did this bunch of collaborators and volunteers achieve for 2014. We had a busy year, starting off with the May events, Victorian Fair Trade Festival, the Fair Trade Event Trail, the Made In Exhibition, the Fair Trade Mothers' Day High Tea, the Ethical Fashion Show and the Fair Trade Yoga, everything has been captured here.
In November we ran our first Ethical Enterprise Conference and the second Ethical Enterprise Award. Our first conference attracted 70 guests and we had a superb line of inspirational speakers. Sixty enterprises entered the award this year and Seven Women was announced as the winner.
In December we ran our last event, Fair@Square and whilst this year, we were rained under, we still managed to deliver our programs as planned. From the amazing Ethical Fashion show, the Design for Good Exhibition, the Cooking Shows, the Speaking Tent, the Live Entertainment on the main stage, the Kids activity program and the free screening of “Who Cares” and docos.

So whilst we are definitively in need of rest, we are also excited about what we can do in the future and look forward to working with all of you to continue to grow the ethical movement, to share good stories, to build awareness, to celebrate the successes and to support your vision.

Enjoy the rest of the newsletter, but most of all enjoy time with family and friends during this Festive Season.
Enjoy the rest of the newsletter

The Fair Christmas e-catalogue.

Imagine a world where every gift you purchased made a difference to someone in a developing country, helped support a local community, created sustainable jobs, helped create brighter future for children and the underprivileged.

This year for the first time we have launched the Fair Christmas e-Catalogue offering you the opportunity to be the ONE to make that difference simply by opting to purchase a gift for the people you care from one of the listed enterprises here, you will be making a positive contribution to people and planet.

Every gift has a story, what will your story be!

How to use the Fair Christmas e-Catalogue

▪ View it on your computer, tablet or smartphone.
▪ Share with your friends via email and your social network to encourage them to shop ethically, locally and sustainably. Share buttons found on the bottom right of the e-Catalogue.
▪ Interact with it – check each window, scroll up and down and interact so that you may find out more about the organisation you will be purchasing from.
▪ Consider making a purchase from any of these organisation for your KK or work Christmas ideas.

Ethical Living
Through sustainable business practices we can nurture a relationship between producers and consumers. This results in better prices and decent working conditions that help make better lives for people in need.

Let’s face it, we’re not all activists, however when faced with an informed decision between products made in sweat shops under slave like conditions OR people being paid fairly and given a chance at a better life… What would you choose?

At Ethical Living you should feel happy and guilt free as you browse our products knowing that we have done all the hard work and all you have to do is find what you are looking for. For more information about Ethical Living follow the link HERE

INTERESTED IN COMING ON BOARD AS A MORAL FAIRGROUND MEMBER? CHECK OUR MEMBERSHIP PAGE

SPECIAL OFFER

Sprout Online will offer Moral Fairground supporters/members monthly online marketing services at half the normal price for the first two months. Monthly online marketing services include social media management, search engine optimisation, content development (eg blogs). In addition, Sprout Online does website design and development, Adwords management and marketing strategy.
To take advantage of this offer visit Sprout Online and express your interest.

Monster & Bear at Fair@Square

SPECIAL OFFER

Monster & Bear is our newest Preferred Business supplier. Monster & Bear is a Melbourne-based production company that specialises in TVCs, branded content, music videos, and education and training. Founded by directors Sarah Hickey, Ryan Bird and Josh Mitchell-Frey in late 2011, the company has rapidly become a familiar name when it comes to video production in and around Australia.
With a strong focus on keeping up to date with video trends, the team at Monster & Bear strive to produce eye-catching, cutting edge video content that truly stands out from the crowd.
Monster & Bear is offering all Moral Fairground supporters and friends a 20% discount off the production cost of your next promotional video.
To take advantage of this offer visit Monster & Bear.

Help support Moral Fairground Ambassador, Lara Shannon on her quest to help save the Orangutans from extinction.
Lara recently travelled over 2000km across Borneo in 25 days in a bid to raise awareness about the plight of the orangutans.

This life-changing journey is captured in her documentary and highlights how rapid deforestation is threatening the people and animals of Borneo. You can view Lara’s teaser video and support her documentary crowd funding campaign at Pozible

Voice of the Earth 2015 Award
To enter the Voice of the Earth 2015 Award, submit ’15 Things’ listicles to Ecovoice

Make sure you send your best green ideas

Would you like the chance to attend the Boxing Day Cricket Test AND help us highlight CARE Australia’s life-saving work overseas? Here’s your chance!
CARE is headed to the Commonwealth Bank Boxing Day Test at Melbourne’s MCG and they need some helping hands.
The low- down
Date: 26 December, 2014
Time: A 1.5 hour shift (approx.) in the afternoon
Place: Melbourne’s MCG
What you’ll get: You’ll receive a free one-day ticket to the cricket (Boxing Day, 26 December) as well as supporting a great cause.
What you’ll be doing: Handing out information about CARE’s work and having fun!
CARE Australia is an Australian charity and international humanitarian aid organisation fighting global poverty and inequality, with a special focus on empowering women and girls to bring lasting change to their communities.
If you’re interested: please send a quick email to event VOLUNTEERS TODAY FOR MORE INFORMATION

We recommend getting in touch ASAP as positions are strictly limited!

The 19th of November marked the day of our very first Ethical Enterprise Conference, we had a superb line up of inspirational speakers. It was great to see people networking and sharing ideas. If you were not able to attend but are interested in the topics presented, you can get the full proceedings HERE. And here some photo highlights of the conference, but you may want to take a quick look at the photo gallery

Great topics and conversations

Don't sacrifice your values panel

Ethical Enterprise Award finalists

Lara Shannon our lovely host

Seven Women the 2014 winners of the award

It rained most of the weekend, but the show still went on. We had some amazing programs and activities and well as a great bunch of exhibitors. Here are some snaps for now, but soon we'll have it all up on the website. Photo credits David Ng