Fair Trade Week 2025
For its 19th edition of the Fair Trade Week, UHasselt welcomes you to the concept of Fair entrepreneurship.
This year, we stand strong:
Fair Trade starts with the fundamental concept of Human Rights.
Movie @ Home: "No Other Land"
Monday, October 6th - 19u30 - 21u30
Watch the Oscar winning docu-film "No Other Land" from your couch!
A Palestinian-Israeli collective have documented violence and displacement in a film that offers a stark insider’s look at the conflict in Gaza. The film received the 2025 Oscar for Best Documentary Feature.
Register here and meet us online at 19u30. After a brief introduction, you will receive the link to the movie. An excellent opportunity to watch this film alone in the comfort of your home, or invite friends for the evening to have a vivid discussion!
- For everyone interested, inside and outside of UHasselt.
- In cooperation with Bevrijdingsfilms and Broederlijk Delen
Fair Trade Week event @ Agora Diepenbeek
Wednesday, October 8th - 12u - 17u
In the heart of our university, something will appear - something you can see, feel, and even be part of. It will make you pause, reflect, and act.
Also make sure to visit our human right stalls, which include creative workshops (no registration needed!) and fun activities.
Don't forget to bring your old (smart-)phone for recycling!
Are you ready?
Stay tuned.
- For everyone interested, inside and outside of UHasselt.
- In cooperation with Aldi, Akiiki, Broederlijk Delen, BruZelle, Creazi, Een Hart voor Limburg, Oxfam Wereldwinkels, Mals Vlees, VLIR-UOS, Welzijnszorg
Chocolate swap @ Oxfam Wereldwinkels
Saturday, October 11th - 10u - 18u
During this week, the "Oxfam Wereldwinkels" (World Shops) organize inspiring activities. On October 11th, they conclude the Fair Trade Week with a festive special exchange promotion: hand in an empty chocolate wrapper and receive a free bar of Oxfam “Bite to Fight” chocolate!
Visit the store in Hasselt and experience one of their mouth-watering flavours.
- For everyone interested, inside and outside of UHasselt.
- In cooperation with Oxfam Wereldwinkels
Take Action!
Tips & actions to have an impact
During Fair Trade Week, we want to not only inform, but above all inspire concrete action.
Below you will find ideas that you can try out right away.
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If you recognize some issues or you feel the need to talk about it, please know that there are people and services at UHasselt where you can go.
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Take action by living more consciously
How can you take action? Here are some tips, that you can incorporate into your daily life:
1. Slow fashion & reuse
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Buy less clothes, but buy quality.
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Look for second-hand clothing (e.g., via Vinted). This reduces the impact of fast fashion.
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Swap clothes with friends or organize a swap meet on campus.
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Repair clothes (sew on a button, patch a tear) instead of throwing them away.
2. Combat food waste
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Use platforms such as Too Good To Go to rescue leftovers from shops or cafés.
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Plan your shopping: make a weekly menu and buy specifically.
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Eat leftovers: can we maybe introduce a “leftovers day” at campus?
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Store food properly (follow tips: e.g., store bread in a linen bag instead of plastic).
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Fair and sustainable purchases, go to the Wereldwinkel in Hasselt.
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Look for labels: Fairtrade, Rainforest Alliance, Ecovinfo, etc.
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Choose local, seasonal products (less transport, more ecological).
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Consider subscription services or cooperatives for fair products.
3. Conscious consumption: energy & waste
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Bring a refillable water bottle and reusable bag.
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Avoid single-use products (cups, plastic cutlery) and use reusable alternatives.
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Sort waste correctly and encourage deposit bottles.
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Switch off appliances (don't leave them on standby) and use energy-efficient lighting.
4. Conscious eating: more plant-based & responsible meat
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Introduce (at least) one plant-based or vegetarian dish per week.
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If you eat meat: choose local, organic, or certified meat.
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Pay attention to the origin of fish, dairy, and ingredients.
5. Education & engagement
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Follow the bystander training and learn how to react during a difficult situation.
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Organize a reading group or film screening about fair trade, the environment, or sustainable development. Contact international@uhasselt.be to get funding for your event.
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Share your actions on social media with a hashtag (#UHasseltFairTradeWeek) to inspire others and send us a picture and information about your event.
During the fair trade week multiple organizations will be present on the Agora. Get to know them and see how you can take action as well.
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You can support Akiiki and their work by buying one of the amazing African handmade items. |
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Participate in the World Camp. |
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Talk about period poverty and ask for accessible and cheap items in the university bathrooms. |
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Visit Creazi and be inspired by second hand items. |
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Start a local initiative (bake cookies, organize a quiz,...). |
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Buy at least once a month an item in the Oxfam Fair trade shop instead of in the supermarket. Even better: always buy your coffee in the Oxfam (web)shop. |
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Rebelle aims for gender equality/equivalence. Join one of their concrete actions via their website. |
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Organize a fundraiser, such as bake waffles, make soup,... Visit their website for more concrete tips. |
Keep your eyes open, you might also encouter some surprising "Mals Vlees" ("Tender Meat") on October 8th!
Questions? Remarks? E-mail brigitta.bijloos@uhasselt.be
Fair Trade Week 2024
Fair Trade Week 2024
Your free Oxfam juice will be waiting for you at Umami!
Monday, September 30th, 2024 - During Umami opening hours
Where: Campus Hasselt and Campus Diepenbeek.
For who: Everyone!
(*) 1 free drink per person, accompanying at least 1 paid article at Umami. Not redeemable for cash.
Book presentation Rob van Vlierden 'Thailand Achter De Glimlach'
Tuesday, October 1st, 2024 - 7 PM - 8 PM (and reception afterwards)
> Register now and join us as Rob van Vlierden describes Thai mores and customs and how confronting them can create hilarious situations for the Western visitor.
‘Thailand Behind the Smile’, however, goes beyond a superficial description of Thai culture. It also explores how and why this Thai view of the world came about. The fact that the country was not colonised (thanks to a Belgian!), the unique mix of animism, Hinduism and Buddhism and a feudal system that differed greatly from European feudalism all play a part.
Where: Campus Hasselt, Auditorium Louis Roppe, Martelarenlaan 42, 3500 Hasselt.
For who: UHasselt students, staff and all non-UHasselt interested participants. Please register here.
This book lecture is in Dutch, and is free for all.
Free Fair Trade Supermarket v. 2.0
Tuesday, October 8th, 2024 - 12 PM - 1 PM
> After the success of last year’s Free Fair Trade Supermarket, we’re setting up version 2.0!
Did you know that well-known “low-budget” supermarket chains like Aldi and Colruyt have plenty of Fair Trade products in their product range?
Did you know that having a student budget and buying Fair Trade products can go together because of this? And that you can get your hands on some free samples?
First, pass the online Fair Trade Quiz before October 4th. Did you get at least 50% of the questions correct? (Only) then you will be able to pick up your free products! Please remember to bring your own bag and student/staff card.
While you are there, don't miss the Oxfam Wereldwinkel Hasselt stand. Did you know they their store is situated close to our campus in Hasselt? Did you know that with the coming municipal elections, they would like to make sure that Hasselt stays a Fair Municipality? Did you know they'll bring the new Bite to Fight flavours?
Where: Campus Hasselt: Foyer, Campus Diepenbeek: Agora.
For who: UHasselt students and staff. Remember to fill out the quiz first and bring your own bag and student/staff card.
Oxfam's Bite to Fight & A Chocolate Offer you can't refuse
Saturday, October 12th, 2024 - 10 AM - 6 PM
> Taste Oxfam’s Bite to Fight fair trade chocolate and you’re guaranteed to embark on a delightful journey that will delight your taste. But choosing our chocolate range also means you are taking part in our fight to ensure cocoa farmers are paid with dignity. Did you know that they offer two new, surprising flavours?
> Oxfam Wereldwinkels provide a festive finale to Fair Trade Week! Bring an empty chocolate wrapper of any brand to any Oxfam-Wereldwinkel on October 12th, and it will be swapped(*) for a Fair Trade version for free! If you want to taste one of the new flavours, this is your chance...
Where: Oxfam-Wereldwinkel Hasselt, Dorpsstraat 31, 3500 Hasselt (Bite to Fight chocolate can also be purchased online).
For who: Everyone!
(*) While stocks last. 1 tablet or bar per family and not cumulative with other promotions and/or customer discounts. Not redeemable for cash. Promotion valid on 12 October 2024 in the Flemish and Brussels Oxfam-Wereldwinkels for Bite to Fight chocolate of 180 g milk, fondant, caramel sea salt or of 45 g fondant coffee cream or roasted corn and sea salt.
Free Teambuilding game for your (student or staff) organisation?
Somewhere between September 30th and October 25th, 2024
> Still looking for an original, free team building for your (student) organisation? For a group of friends? For a group of colleagues?
The game "Fair Enough" (by Studio Globo and Oxfam) is played by between 15 and 30 people. Participants work together in a fun way and learn to look at economy more broadly - from a sustainability point of view. You get the chance to playfully design the product of the future (chocolate, a smartphone or clothing), while facing questions that are often not asked enough in a commercial environment.
The game will be set up at the UHasselt Witte Kazerne between September 30th and October 25th, 2024. It will take a minimum of 2 hours, maximum 3 hours. Feel free to let us know on which day and from which hour you would like to participate! You can do this via brigitta.bijloos@uhasselt.be (not through the form on the website)!
Where: UHasselt Witte Kazerne, Maastrichterstraat 100, 3500 Hasselt.
For who: UHasselt students and staff.
This teambuilding is in Dutch. We are working hard on a translation, so we will be able to offer it in English soon!
UHasselt x Oxfam Wereldwinkels Corporate/Promotional Gifts
All day, every day
> Are you new to UHasselt? Have you been working here for many years? Is it your first time wanting to give a thank you-gift to a guest? Have built up a large network and are you in frequent need of promotional gifts? Look no further! Together with Oxfam Wereldwinkels, UHasselt has created small, medium and large gift packages to suit your budget and the occasion.
Where: Intranet.
For who: UHasselt staff.
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Fair Trade Week 2023
Fair Trade Week 2023
> FREE Take Away Fair Trade Supermarket
Thursday October 5th (Campus Hasselt) & Monday October 9th (Campus Diepenbeek) - 12.00-13.00
Fair trade doesn't need to be expensive and you don't need to go to a special store to buy fair trade products. You can find fair trade products in your local supermarket. Get a taste of some fair trade products sponsored by Aldi, Colruyt and... Next time you are in the supermarket you can look out for your favorite products.
Find our free take-away fair trade supermarket on:
- Thursday October 5 at Campus Hasselt (Panopticum), from 12.00-13.00.
- Monday October 9 at Campus Diepenbeek (Agora), from 12.00-13.00.
You can just swing by and take away your favorite fair trade products. Can't wait to see you there!
> FREE Seminar: De Klimaatcrisis is een Kinderrechtencrisis (in Dutch)
Thursday October 12th (Campus Hasselt) - 19.30
