Consumer Tools
In the course of our research, we’ve come across tools that make it easier for you, as a consumer, to know more about your products. We’ve just begun this list and will be updating in the months ahead. If you know of other good resources, please send them our way!
Websites:
Websites:
- What’s your Slavery Footprint? http://slaveryfootprint.org Learn more about human trafficking in supply chains here and take a quiz to learn how many are working for you in the products you buy.
- Fashioning Change http://fashioningchange.com/how_it_works helps you find “indie eco-friendly and ethical brands that match the style and price points of your favorite name brands.”
- Chain Store Reaction is a site where you can connect with companies to tell them you want your products to be made without human rights violations
- http://www.chainstorereaction.com/home/
- Ten Thousand Villages http://www.tenthousandvillages.com “a global network of social entrepreneurs” that “works to empower artisans in developing countries” by selling fair trade products.
- Hearts.com, a group that works directly with artisans.
Mobile Device Applications:
- Free2Work - https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/free2work-for-iphone/id406044086?mt=8
- Label Lookup https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/label-lookup/id340129104?mt=8(see our blog about this one here) http://www.phbalancedfilms.org/what-does-that-label-really-mean-introduction/
- Phone Story (Available only on Android http://phonestory.org./index.html, but banned from the iTunes store!)
- Good Guide
- Social Impact
- BizVizz
- Check In for Good
- Buycott
- ROC United Diners Guide