Friday, April 17, 2009

Cups of Hope


There is much evidence that the cumulative impact of many small efforts can have profound impacts on helping to both improve the lives of others as well as to help save the environment. In spite of a history of war and subservience, many farmers in Peru have found hope in the production of fair trade coffees produced through cooperative efforts.

After years of instability, these farmers are surviving in spite of a downturn in the global economy. Take a look at this BBC story on their struggles as well as the positive impacts our values of consumption can have on their lives.

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