We’re Bananas for Justice! A Celebration of the Landmark Chiquita Ruling
WHEN: Thursday, July 25, 5.30pm-8pm
WHERE: The Chicago Fair Trade Museum, 4704 N Broadway
Join us to celebrate the recent historic ruling against Chiquita in Colombia and learn what it means for worker’s rights worldwide!
Co-hosted by Chicago Fair Trade and Corporate Accountability Lab, this engaging and informative discussion will explore the significance of the recent verdict where a U.S. jury found Chiquita Brands International liable for financing the United Self-Defense Forces of Colombia, a brutal paramilitary group responsible for numerous atrocities. This ruling is more than just a legal victory – it’s a groundbreaking step in holding corporations accountable for human rights abuses.
Don’t miss this chance to learn more about corporate justice and raise your glass to an unprecedented victory for workers worldwide!
Tickets: FREE or a $10 donation to enjoy a delicious banana cocktail made with fair trade bananas and ethically-sourced rum from our friends at Chicago Cane Cooperative.
Program: Arrive at any time from 5.30pm to browse the Chicago Fair Trade Museum and Store before the program begins at 6.30pm.