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ON BOARDING SUPPORT FOR TRADERS

Step Into Fairtrade. With Confidence.

Imagine tapping into a global movement where every transaction builds trust, transparency, and impact. As a Fairtrade trader, you're not just buying and selling — you're building a responsible supply chain that consumers believe in.

But we understand — certification can be complex. That’s why we’re here.

The Fairtrade Trader Onboarding Support Package by NAPP Commercial Ventures Pte. Ltd is an expertly guided pathway to becoming a certified Fairtrade trader — faster, smoother, and better prepared.

What You Get- SERVICE PACKAGE OVERVIEW

Duration: 32 hours

This package is designed to get you certification-ready and connect with the right Fairtrade-certified Producer Organizations (POs) to start sourcing ethically and sustainably.

Customized training packages are available to meet your specific needs.

SERVICE SCOPE

Your Certification Journey – Simplified in Two Stages

Stage 1: Before You Apply – Clarity & Confidence through Orientation & Training

  • Orientation on the Fairtrade ecosystem and trader roles and responsibilities
  • Insight into Fairtrade values, principles, and ecosystem

Stage 2: Submission of Application Form

Application Validation:

We help review your form and documents before submission.

Standards & Audit Prep:

  • Training on Fairtrade Trader and Product Standards (especially Year Zero requirements)
  • Focussed Orientation on Human Rights and Environmental Due Diligence (HREDD) components in trader Standard
  • Participatory GAP assessment to identify what’s working — and what needs strengthening to ensure they are audit ready.

Post-Audit Support:

  • Assistance on resolving non-conformities
  • Assistance in providing corrective measure
  • Monitoring the implementation of corrective measures through validation of objective evidence

How We Train & Support You

We believe in learning that sticks — and support that adapts to your business.

That’s why our methodology blends:

  • Virtual Trainings on Fairtrade standards and application procedures for flexibility and accessibility
  • In-Person Workshops for immersive, hands-on learning and and peer engagement.
  • One-on-One Coaching and Advisory for personalized guidance (virtual and/or in-person based on need).
  • Interactive Learning Aids – infographics, checklists, videos
  • Virtual GAP Assessments to identify potential non-conformities and flag gaps early
  • In-Person Mock Audits to simulate actual audit conditions.

Want More?

Add On What You Need with our Optional Add-On Modules

You can customize your journey with these specialized add-ons:

  1. GAP Assessment Deep-Dive
    Joint analysis with the applicant and recommendation on required corrective measures to meet Fairtrade certification criteria.
  2. Mock Audit Prep Session
    Assessing readiness to face Fairtrade audit along with the applicant.
  3. Advanced HREDD Compliance Training
    Customized for updates in the European HREDD regulatory framework and its relevance to Fairtrade.
  4. Supply Chain Development Support
    • Providing recommendations for sourcing from suitable Fairtrade-certified Producer Organizations (POs).
    • Introducing & facilitating relationship-building with selected POs.
    • Providing advisory on structuring partnerships for sustainable, and ethical trade

Why Choose our Package?

  • Reduce Certification Risk – Better prepared for audits and Year Zero requirements. Avoid costly missteps and delays
  • Accelerate Market Entry – Initiating and sustaining business relationships with suitable Producer Organizations.
  • Strengthen Compliance – Understand and implement HREDD requirements in the supply chain.
  • Capacity building on risk mitigation measures: Capacity building to adduce risk mitigation measures being implemented in supply chains.
  • Get Expert Guidance – Benefit from hands-on support by Fairtrade system experts. Work with specialists who know the system inside out