CRIB S2 Ep. 5: Tom Franks on Ethical Tea Partnership's Mission for Fair Wages and Ethical Tea Production

CRIB - The Child Rights in Business Podcast

In the latest episode of the CRIB Child Rights in Business podcast, we sit down with Tom Franks, Chair of the Ethical Tea Partnership (ETP), to explore the critical issues facing the global tea industry today. ETP is a global organisation focused on catalysing systemic change in the tea sector, with a particular emphasis on improving the lives of workers at the origin of tea production.

During this conversation, hosted by The Centre for Child Rights and Business’ CEO, Ines Kaempfer, Tom discusses the complexities around achieving living wages for tea workers, gender equality, and responsible sourcing. He also delves into how ETP is aligning its practices with new human rights due diligence guidelines like the OECD and UN Principles while addressing the practical challenges faced by both large and small-scale tea packers.

One of the episode’s highlights is Tom’s insight into the balance between pushing for systemic change and making tangible, on-the-ground impacts. He shares stories of how even small-scale initiatives can make a real difference in the lives of tea workers, bringing the industry closer to fairer wages and better working conditions.

Join us for an eye-opening episode that looks at the challenges and opportunities in the tea sector and the role ETP plays in promoting ethical business practices. Whether you are interested in sustainability, human rights, or the tea industry itself, this episode offers valuable insights into the path toward more responsible sourcing and fair treatment for tea workers around the world.

Listen now on your favourite podcast platform, and be sure to check out more about the Ethical Tea Partnership at www.etp-global.org and The Centre’s work at www.childrights-business.org.