Ethical Pledge

I pledge that I (along with my place of business and any artists, makers, or groups I represent) will uphold the highest ethical standards. This includes acting with honesty, integrity, and trustworthiness, and showing respect for the unique and intrinsic value of every collaborator, seller and shopper within the Handmade.com community.

Based on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, as defined by the United Nations, and the International Labor Organization’s standards, I pledge to steadfastly uphold core values such as no forced labor, no child labor, to allow for freedom of association, and I pledge to provide wages, benefits, and working hours in compliance with all applicable national laws and regulations in the region where my listings are made and where I do business.

I pledge that at my place of business and that of any artists, artisans, or artisan groups I represent, safe and healthy working conditions will be ensured for all, and that compliance with all applicable local environmental, safety and health regulations will likewise be guaranteed.

I pledge that at my place of business and that of any artists, artisans and artisan groups I represent, everyone will be treated with respect and dignity, and no one will be subject to any physical, sexual, psychological or verbal harassment or abuse.

I pledge that at my place of business and that of any artists, artisans, or artisan groups I represent, no discrimination will occur in any aspect of hiring, salary, benefits, advancement, discipline, termination or retirement, for any reason including gender, color, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, nationality, political opinion or political affiliation, union involvement, or social or ethnic origin.

I pledge that my place of business and that of any artists, artisans, or artisan groups I represent will operate in a manner that is protective of the environment. I further pledge to minimize our carbon footprint and abide by environmentally supportive, sustainable practices, including sustainable raw materials choices and production methods.

I pledge that my place of business and that of any artists, makers, or groups I represent will practice mindful material selection, prioritizing raw materials with minimal environmental impact and adhering to responsible, ethical sourcing. I further pledge to actively reduce our carbon footprint by using energy-efficient processes and equipment, embracing natural sunlight whenever possible, unplugging electronic devices when not in use, and promoting shared or environmentally-friendly transportation.

I pledge that my place of business and that of any artists, artisans, or artisan groups I represent will minimize packaging and shipping waste, choosing biodegradable or recyclable options while minimizing or eliminating any unnecessary packaging. I further pledge that I will regularly review and enhance our environmental practices, and will embrace environmental innovation while staying abreast of the most sustainable options.

I pledge to honor the highest ethical standards of handmade and fair trade. I further pledge to participate as an upstanding member of the Handmade.com seller community, treating others with kindness and respect.