IbuTrade

Our name ibuTrade is derived from the Bahasa Indonesia word for mother, ibu (pronounced "ee-boo"). For us, it's about nurturing the planet and it's people. Nurturing unique skills to benefit those most marginalised by the modern global economy and supporting the role of mothers in developing countries, as well as in Australia. At ibu we are not solely focused on the products we sell, but want to share the stories behind those products. Our range supports many inspiring artisans and organisations producing an array of quality gifts. Many of our producers follow Fair Trade principles by ensuring fair prices are paid and working conditions are safe while contributing to the development of impoverished communities. Others employ eco-logical practices such as using recycled, renewable, bio-degradable or organic resources, promote traditional skills that consume little energy resources and value cultural knowledge, or operate carbon-neutrally. Besides their ethical credentials, all ibuTrade contributing producers have one essential feature in common; they create unique gifts of exceptional quality. Ibu is always original : ethical : eco-logical.