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Gebana
Zürich, CHImpact-drivenPrivate SectorSocial ImpactSustainable Products
Impact3Sustainability Goals
Employees101 - 200
Founded1997
LocationZürich
About Gebana
Gebana is an online platform dedicated to transforming global trade in favor of family farmers, local communities, and the environment. Through its "Worldwide direct from farm" approach, the organization connects consumers directly with producers, promoting fair trade, sustainability, and high-quality products. Gebana offers a diverse range from fresh produce to pantry staples and directly invests in producer communities, such as establishing a cashew factory in Burkina Faso. Founded in Zürich, Switzerland, in 1997, the organization employs between 101 and 200 staff members.
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Sustainability Goals
Responsible Consumption & Production
Sustainable Production and Fair Trade
The organization's direct-from-farm approach promotes ethical sourcing and transparent supply chains, empowering both producers and consumers to make conscious decisions.
Conscious Consumption Through Direct Ties
Gebana enables customers to buy directly from producers, challenging traditional trade structures and fostering more sustainable consumption habits.
Decent Work & Economic Growth
Economic Growth Through Local Investment
By establishing a cashew factory in Burkina Faso, Gebana invests directly in local value creation, generating employment and contributing to sustainable economic growth.
Promoting Fair Work in Supply Chains
Gebana's 'worldwide direct from farm' approach and crowd projects help producers achieve better incomes and working conditions.
No Poverty
Combatting Poverty Through Fair Incomes
Gebana addresses poverty by ensuring fair prices and better incomes for producers through direct trade, thereby increasing their economic stability.
Empowering Rural Communities Globally
Direct support and value creation in origin countries, such as the cashew factory, strengthen communities' economic foundations and reduce poverty.
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Q1What is Gebana's core mission?+
Gebana aims to change global trade rules in favor of family farmers, local communities, and the environment. The organization connects consumers directly with producers to promote fair trade, sustainability, and high-quality products. It emphasizes that its actions have an impact and is willing to take risks and share profits to drive positive change.
Q2Which UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) does Gebana primarily support?+
Gebana primarily focuses on UN Sustainable Development Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). Secondarily, the organization contributes to Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and Goal 1 (No Poverty) by fostering local value creation and fair working conditions.
Q3Where can one find job openings at Gebana?+
Job openings at Gebana are available on the organization's careers page. Interested individuals can view current listings at the following link: https://www.gebana.com/ch-de/Zusammenarbeit/Jobs-Ausschreibungen.
Q4Where is Gebana headquartered and what is the organization's size?+
Gebana is headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland. The organization employs between 101 and 200 staff members, making it a medium-sized enterprise in the sustainable trade sector.
Q5What kind of products does Gebana offer?+
Gebana offers a wide range of products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, cheese, and vegan alternatives. The selection also features pantry staples such as chocolates, nuts, dried fruits, oils, pasta, rice, legumes, spices, and beverages like coffee, tea, and wine. Additionally, gift sets and office catering services are available.
