A Great Opportunity to Learn More About Fair Trade

The Archdiocese of Santa Fe 

and Catholic Relief Services (CRS)  

present

A FAIR TRADE TRAINING WORKSHOP

WHAT:  Come to this free workshop about Fair Trade, Catholic social teaching, solidarity, and how YOU can make a difference by your choices of coffee, food items, crafts, and more.  The workshop will include practical information on promoting Fair Trade fairs, using Fair Trade coffee and other ideas for your parish.

WHO:  Parishioners, pastors, parish social concerns ministers, youth ministers, directors of religious education, catechists, St. Vincent de Paul volunteers, graduates of JustFaith, or anyone interested in learning about what Fair Trade is all about!   

Check out the Web site for CRS Fair Trade

Saturday, August 14, 2010 8:45 am-12 noon - English workshop 1:15-4:30 pm - Spanish workshop John XXIII Catholic Community 4831 Tramway Ridge Dr. NE, in Albuquerque (Off Tramway Blvd just north of Montgomery) Please pre-register for this free event by calling 505-831-8167

Trainer:  Carla E. Aguilar, Catholic Relief Services Program Officer

Carla E. Aguilar holds a Bachelor’s Degree in English/Communication Arts from St. Mary’s University where she is currently pursuing a M.A. in International Relations with an emphasis on sustainable human development. Prior to joining CRS Southwest in January, 2010, Ms. Aguilar worked in fundraising/special event planning, Communications & Development, and reporting for Spanish media.  As Program Officer for CRS, she is responsible for educating and promoting Catholics’ use of advocacy and Fair Trade.