Social compliance certification indicates that members are independently audited to ensure they adhere to the 10 Fair Trade Principles:

Principle One:
Creating Opportunities for Economically Disadvantaged Producers

Principle Two:
Transparency and Accountability

Principle Three:
Fair Trading Practices

Principle Four:
Payment of a Fair Price

Principle Five:
Ensuring no Child Labour and Forced Labour

Principle Six:
Commitment to Non Discrimination, Gender Equity and Women’s Economic Empowerment

Principle Seven:
Ensuring Good Working Conditions

Principle Eight:
Providing Capacity Building

Principle Nine:
Promoting Fair Trade

Principle Ten:
Respect for the Environment