We believe in gender equality and female empowerment. 60% of the Chako artisans are female. Furthermore we focus on unemployed youth and create knowledge.

This product is made out of one bottle from the more than 2 million bottles we collect in one year in Zanzibar.

Since 2018 Chako is a proudly guaranteed member of World Fair Trade Organisation. This includes that we follow and underline the 10 fair trade rules:

1. Create Opportunities for Economically Disadvantaged Producers

2. Transparency and Accountability

3. Fair Trading Practices

4. Payment of a Fair Price

5. Ensuring no Child Labour and Forced Labour

6. Commitment to Non-Discrimination, Gender Equality, Freedom of Association

7. Ensuring Good Working Conditions

8. Providing Capacity Building

9. Promoting Fair Trade

10. Respect for the Environment