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Beyond the Purchase: How Fair Trade and Circularity Protect Our Future
The mission of Fair Trade challenges the way we think about clothing, reminding us that every shirt orbag has a human story woven into its fabric. Consumers can participate in justice with their purchases,through supporting brands that ensure fair wages, safe conditions, and sustainable practices. Yet as theclimate crisis deepens and fast fashion churns out…
Fair Trade: Building a More Just Economy, One Cup at a Time
In today’s global economy, the choices we make as consumers have ripple effects far beyond our wallets. Every product has a story who made it, under what conditions, and who benefits from the sale. Too often, producers in developing countries carry the most risk but receive the least reward. Fair trade seeks to change that…
Score the Sale!!
I hope everyone had their pom-poms ready and their best maroon on this past Wednesday, February 25th, when the Fordham women’s basketball team played Davidson College at our very own Rose Hill Gymnasium! A special celebration of Senior Night, honoring our incredible senior players and dazzling Fordham dance team members. Those who were there caught…
From Fordham to D.C.: Spes Nova Shares Its Mission at the Ignatian Teach-In for Justice
Earlier this month, our Spes Nova chapter traveled to Washington, D.C., to attend the Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice (IFTJ), the largest annual Catholic social justice gathering in the United States. Hosted by the Ignatian Solidarity Network, the Teach-In brings together students, educators, and faith leaders to explore how Ignatian values call us to act…
Fordham Unites for Impact: Record-Breaking Parents Weekend Sale
We were thrilled to welcome the Fordham community during Parents Weekend and share our mission once again! At Spes Nova, we are committed to supporting artisan communities through our unique handmade products, and this weekend was an excellent opportunity to showcase them. Our Parents’ Weekend sale was our largest and most successful sale of the…
Spes Nova Back on Campus Fall 2025
Welcome back, Fordham Students, and a special welcome to the class of 2029! We are incredibly excited to kick off another semester with you. At Spes Nova, we have continued to share our mission, as well as our unique handmade artisanal products, with the Fordham community. This year, our sales will feature some new items,…
Spes Nova is Back on Campus
Spes Nova started with an incredible first sale this semester at the Fordham v. Lafayette football game on the October 5th Family Weekend. We are thrilled to announce that this was the best sale we have had at Spes Nova Fordham! We have many new club members who helped make this sale the most profitable…
Unveiling the Real Impact: How Fair Trade Empowers Communities
By Shreya Algonda In a world that is becoming increasingly interconnected, the choices we make as consumers are impactful far beyond the cash register. One such impactful choice is opting for fair trade products. Fair trade offers tangible benefits to people around the globe. Fair trade is often surrounded by misconceptions and it is more…