Fair Trade Week 2026

For its 20th edition of the Fair Trade Week, UHasselt welcomes you to the concept of Volunteering.

Join us for a week full of inspiration, global solidarity, and fair trade discoveries!

🛒 Free Fair Trade Supermarket at STUVODAG

Monday 12 October | 11:00 - 16:00 | Campus Diepenbeek

Visit our Fair Trade Supermarket and discover fair trade products that are sometimes cheaper than leading brands.

• Compare prices and products for yourself. Take a few home!
• Learn how fair trade can be both ethical and affordable.
• Talk to our team at the Fair Trade booth and find out how this is possible.
• 🎁 Be among the first 100 visitors and receive a special surprise. (Spoiler: Feed your Fair Trade!)

🌍 Course: Re-imagining Development Cooperation and the Role of Higher Education Institutions

Monday, 12 October | 10:00 - 16:00 | Campus Diepenbeek

Join Prof. Dr. Sara Kinsbergen (Radboud University) for an interactive day exploring the changing landscape of international development and solidarity.

Topics include:

• The evolution of development cooperation over the past 75 years.
• The impact of changing geopolitics, shrinking budgets, and decolonisation.
• How public engagement shapes international solidarity.
• The role of universities in addressing global challenges.
• Reflection on what these developments mean for education, partnerships, and international engagement.

🎓 INT³ Grand Finale & Guest Lecture "“I’m Going Abroad and I’m Bringing…"

Tuesday, 13 October | 16:00 - 20:30 | Campus Diepenbeek

Celebrate the achievements of the INT³ student projects and explore the future of international solidarity.

Highlights:

• Reception hosted by Oxfam-Wereldwinkels Hasselt

• Student presentations on the 2025-2026 projects in:

  • DR Congo: Solar Cookers 4 All
  • Tanzania: Waste 2 Resources
  • South Africa: Co-Creating Wellness

• Look forward to the projects in 2026-2027

• Inspiring keynote lecture by Prof. Dr. Sara Kinsbergen (Radboud University):

  “I’m Going Abroad and I’m Bringing… On Citizen Engagement for Global Solidarity and Why We Definitely Should (Not) Get Involved”

🌱 Why Participate?

Fair Trade Week is about more than shopping. It's an opportunity to:

• Discover how your purchasing choices can contribute to a fairer world.
• Learn from experts and students working on global challenges.
• Engage in meaningful discussions on international solidarity and sustainable development.
• Connect with others who are committed to positive global impact.

We look forward to welcoming you during Fair Trade Week! 🌍🤝🌱

More information and registration? Contact brigitta.bijloos@uhasselt.be