The University of Huddersfield has a strong commitment to Fairtrade and ethical sourcing. This big idea petition to strengthen how these values are reflected in procurement decisions (E.g., giving away Amazon vouchers as incentives for student engagement. Amazon has exploitative worker conditions and anti-competitive behaviour). This idea proposes:

• Aligning all procurement with long-term sustainability 
• Avoiding suppliers whose practices conflict with our ethical values
• Prioritising sustainable, ethical, and local alternatives

This ensures university spending consistently reflects its values and supports the local economy

Why Students Should Support This Idea

• Supports a sustainable and socially responsible university
• Contributes to SDGs on poverty reduction, wellbeing, decent work, and reduced inequalities
• Ensures student participation does not support exploitative practices
• Gives students a voice in how university money is spent