Comhlamh Global Trade Justice course

Want to know more about global trade and development justice issues?

Five Wednesday nights 7 - 9pm, starting January 14th, 2009

International trade rules have a huge impact on people in developing countries; whether they are farmers, workers or families just trying to make a living in the context of globalisation. Yet the rules of the global economy have been set up to serve the interests of big business, not people’s needs. A global movement is campaigning for trade rules that put people and the environment before the interests of big business.

This five evening course organised by Comhlámh’s Trade Justice Group aims to demystify the world of global trade, asking: How does global trade work? What role does Ireland, the EU, and the WTO play?  What impact are they having? What is the difference between Free Trade and Fair Trade? What alternatives can we propose?

Speakers on the course are leading activists and campaigners for trade justice. A full programme will soon be available on the Comhlámh website. Alternatively contact Fleachta for more information or phone 01-4783490.

Venue:
Irish Aid Centre, O’Connell Street, Dublin 1

Cost:
Comhlamh members: €45
Non-members: €65
Unemployed/Students: €25
Asylum Seekers: €2

Registration:
To book a place, please email anna@comhlamh.org or phone Anna on 01-4783490 for an application form. Application deadline is Monday the 5th of January. Please note that places are limited so book your place early to avoid disappointment!