Members

Join Bangladesh’s largest fair trade network supporting artisans and sustainable trade.

Join the largest network of fair trade organizations and SMEs in Bangladesh, dedicated to empowering artisans and promoting sustainable trade. Since 1990, ECOTA has supported over 150,000 artisans—50% of whom are women from disadvantaged backgrounds—across 62 artisan groups. By becoming a member, you’ll gain access to exclusive benefits that help your organization grow, thrive, and make a lasting impact.

How to Join

How to Join Us:

  • Download the Preliminary Information Form:

    The form is available on our website. Fill it out and submit it via post or email. Click here to download.

  • Site Visit:

    After receiving your completed form, we will arrange a visit to your organization to observe your handicraft activities and assess compliance with Fair Trade practices.

  • Committee Review:

    The site visit report, along with the Preliminary Information Form, will be presented to the Executive Committee for consideration.

  • Membership Approval:

    If the Executive Committee determines that your organization actively promotes Fair Trade and meets the objectives of EFTF, your organization will be awarded Associate Membership for one year. After one year, Associate Members can apply for General Membership, which is subject to Executive Committee approval.

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Application Requirements

  • Must have a valid development and/or business registration with the Government of Bangladesh.

  • Must be involved in the Handicraft or Hand-Woven Textile sectors, with at least one year of work experience.

  • Submit the following along with the Preliminary Information Form: Copy of Legal Registration certificate, Last audited accounts, Organizational profile, List of producers, Producers’ pay slips, and o HR/Employment policy.

  • The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) or head of the concerned organization must represent the organization in the General Body (GB) meetings.

  • Willingness to share knowledge and ideas with other members.

  • One time pay admission fees BDT 10,000.

  • Commitment to pay yearly membership fees

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Our members

Join ECOTA to showcase your company and connect with top buyers.

ECOTA boasts a diverse membership base, representing a range of backgrounds. By becoming a member, you can feature your company profile on our website. ECOTA maintains a vast network of buyers and investors who frequently review our member database to identify the best organizations for collaboration.

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Types of Membership

Awarded to organizations fulfilling the membership requirements for a one-year period. After completing one year, Associate Members are eligible to apply for General Membership, pending approval from the Executive Committee.
General Membership is awarded to Associate Members who have demonstrated their commitment to promoting Fair and Ethical Trade and have received approval from the Executive Committee.
Individuals can apply for Affiliate Membership. However, Affiliate Members are not eligible to become General Members.

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Join the largest community of fair trade organizations in Bangladesh.

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