FLOCERT
FLOCERT is a leading provider of Fairtrade certifications and social audits, promoting fairness and transparency in global supply chains. With a strong focus on sustainable practices and social justice, FLOCERT helps companies maintain ethical standards.
FLOCERT: Fairness in Global Trade
editFLOCERT is one of the world's leading providers of social audits and certifications, specializing in the sole certification of Fairtrade products and standards. Founded in 2003 in Bonn, Germany, FLOCERT has developed into a global authority in the verification and certification of ethical business practices.
Main Mission and Values
editThe mission of FLOCERT is to promote fairness and transparency in global supply chains. The company is independent and transparent in all its certification decisions, which is confirmed by ISO 17065 accreditation. FLOCERT advocates for responsible business practices, fair prices, better working conditions, protection against child and forced labor, sustainable food production, environmental protection, and gender equality[4].
Key Products and Services
editFLOCERT offers a wide range of services aimed at ensuring the integrity and credibility of Fairtrade products and supply chains.
- Fairtrade Certification: FLOCERT verifies that all actors in a supply chain comply with Fairtrade standards. This includes regular audits of producers, processing companies, and traders to ensure that Fairtrade minimum prices and premiums are paid and that products are traceable[2][3].
- Social Audits: The company conducts comprehensive social audits to verify compliance with social, trade-related, and environmental standards.
- Assurance Solutions: FLOCERT offers tailored assurance solutions that enable companies to achieve their sustainability goals and make informed decisions.
- Impact Measurement: By reviewing payments and verifying sustainable investments, FLOCERT helps companies measure and optimize the impact of their activities[1][4].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editFLOCERT is engaged in various sustainability initiatives:
- Living Wage: Through the Living Wage SmartCheck, FLOCERT supports companies in ensuring that workers in their supply chains receive a wage that meets actual living costs.
- Gender Equality: FLOCERT offers the EDGE certification, which represents the global standard for gender equality in the workplace and helps companies improve their efforts in representation, pay equity, and inclusive work culture.
- Environmental Protection: The company promotes sustainable food production and environmental protection by adhering to strict Fairtrade standards[4].
Global Presence and Local Expertise
editFLOCERT operates in over 120 countries and has six international offices in Bonn, Costa Rica, India, South Africa, London, and the USA. This enables a global reach with local expertise and direct access to regional markets[1].
Clients and Partners
editFLOCERT collaborates with a variety of organizations, from small producers to internationally recognized brands. Through its comprehensive services, FLOCERT supports companies in promoting ethical business practices and building long-term, reliable trade relationships[1][4].
FLOCERT is an indispensable partner for anyone committed to fairness and sustainability in global trade. With its extensive experience and unwavering commitment to ethical standards, FLOCERT is the central point of contact for companies looking to strengthen their integrity and reputation through fair and sustainable practices.
Sources:
edit- 1 - https://www.flocert.net/de/flocerts-geschichte-mit-fairtrade/
- 2 - https://www.fairtrade-deutschland.de/was-ist-fairtrade/zertifizierung-und-kontrolle/flocert-audits
- 3 - https://www.flocert.net/de/fairtrade-ueberblick/
- 4 - https://www.flocert.net/de/
- 5 - https://www.flocert.net/de/unsere-mission-vision-und-werte/