We are delighted to announce that Shared Interest Society has received the King’s Award for Enterprise in the Sustainable Development category, marking 35 years of financing a fairer world. This is the fourth time Shared Interest has been honoured with this prestigious award, celebrating the Society’s unwavering commitment to sustainable development.
What does the award represent?
This accolade acknowledges organisations whose products or services benefit society, the environment, and the economy in a commercially successful way.
Marking 35 years of impact
With over 10,000 UK members and total investments exceeding £50.9 million, Shared Interest helps nearly half a million people across 47 countries to trade and earn a living. The Society’s work centres on providing vital finance to smallholder farmers and craft organisations who adhere to Fair Trade Principles but lack access to conventional banking.
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Connecting with communities in need
From our headquarters in Newcastle city centre, Shared Interest operates globally, with representatives based in Costa Rica, Kenya, Ghana, and Peru. This ensures we remain connected to the rural communities we serve, particularly in regions grappling with the twin challenges of poverty and climate change.
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