We can provide expert commentary and interviewees on international trade and development.

We can also put you in touch with Fairtrade producers, campaigners or commercial organisations.

Please contact the media team on tel: +44 (0)20 7440 7692 or via email: media@fairtrade.org.uk.

Michael Gidney, Chief Executive

Mike Gidney CEO of the Fairtrade Foundation

Michael has worked in international development for 20 years, with a particular focus on reducing poverty and developing small enterprise by helping producers identify and access markets.

This has led him to believe that there is no better model for ending poverty than through enabling fairer trade and that Fairtrade, when it works well, can be transformational.

Before joining the Fairtrade Foundation in 2009, Michael spent eight years as Director of Policy at Traidcraft. At Traidcraft he led their research and advocacy programme on issues including international trade policy, corporate accountability, competition and responsible sourcing.     

Campaigns and groups

Spokespeople from the Campaigns Team are available to talk about national and regional campaigns and events, as well as Fairtrade towns, schools, faith groups and organisations.

Please contact the media team on tel: +44 (0)20 7440 7692 or via email: media@fairtrade.org.uk.

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