Did you know…
Half the world live on less than two dollars a day.
The top 1% of the world’s richest people earn as much as the poorest 57%
31 of the 49 least developed countries receive less aid today than they did in 1990
Nearly a billion people entered the 21st century unable to read a book or sign their names.
Why is this?
UNFAIR Trade
Welcome to SustainStyle, a weekly digest from the writers at 1plus1, a blog dedicated to eco-friendly fashion. SustainStyle runs every Wednesday.
In London and looking to support Fair Trade in Fashion, while not breaking the bank? If so, then you are in luck. A series of sales & events featuring the best in fair trade and ethical clothing labels is debuting with a flagship event May 15 - 18th, 2008 in London.
15th - 18th May 2008
Boilerhouse,
The Old Truman Brewery,
152 Brick Lane,
London, E1 6RU
“Nature will bear the closest inspection. She invites us to lay our eye level with her smallest leaf, and take an insect view of its plain.”
Henry David Thoreau
“To me a lush carpet of pine needles or spongy grass is more welcome than the most luxurious Persian rug.”
Helen Keller
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