Posted on April 20, 2015
We were originally drawn to the African Fair Trade Society by their beautifully packaged soaps, body lotions and creams - handcrafted in Canada with Shea Butter from the fruit of the Shea Tree, which is found only in Africa. When we realized that this non-profit organization works to raise awareness and support Western Africa, helping foster more socially conscious consumers while implementing real change, we were psyched! The Society works hard to provide disadvantaged communities in Western Africa with micro funding to enhance education, infrastructure and healthcare. Currently, AFTS is working on three initiatives in Senegal. In Dakateli, the home…