Anyang City in Gyeonggi Province held the '2026 Anyang Fair Trade Portnight' event on October 22, in conjunction with the Dongpyeon Village Market.
According to the city, Fair Trade Portnight is a campaign that began in the UK in 1997, aimed at raising awareness of fair trade products and promoting ethical consumer culture over a two-week period each year.
The event featured programs using a spinning wheel to learn about the 10 principles of fair trade, along with various lottery events. There were exhibitions of fair trade products, tastings of items like bananas, and distribution of promotional materials.
A wood keychain-making experience was also offered for children, allowing citizens to understand the meaning and value of fair trade and the importance of ethical consumption in their daily lives.
Participants had the opportunity to examine fair trade products closely and engage in tasting and experiential programs to learn about the significance of fair trade.
Notably, the interactive programs, including the wood keychain-making for children, were designed to make fair trade more accessible and relatable for families.
The city received its initial fair trade city certification in 2021, followed by re-certification in 2023 and a second re-certification in 2025.
Efforts have included operating a fair trade committee, securing sales outlets for fair trade products, certifying fair trade practice institutions, and conducting education and promotional activities for citizens.
This event was significant as it allowed citizens to directly engage with and experience fair trade products in conjunction with the local market.
Moving forward, the city plans to continue promoting fair trade education and citizen participation programs to enhance awareness and integrate related values into everyday consumer culture.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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