Nov 16-22 is Global Entrepreneur Week, and Prime Minister Gordon Brown had this to say about it :

“Global Entrepreneurship Week is a shining example of Britain leading the world in enterprise and innovation. At this time of unprecedented global change, I congratulate everyone involved in Global Entrepreneurship Week for encouraging people and countries to work together to find new ways to succeed.”  Gordon Brown, Prime Minister, November 2008

As part of Global Entrepreneur Week, Just Trade's Laura Cave has been recognised as a Future 100 Young Entrepreneur at the 2009 Awards on November 19th.   Laura's long-term commitment and tireless work to make Just Trade a success has had a huge effect on the lives of many vulnerable women Lima, Peru. Laura's commitment to empowering women through the design process and her passion to build long-term relationships with our suppliers, and her incredible creativity have shaped Just Trade from the beginning, the growing success of Just Trade underlines Laura's hard work and core belief that a fair trade relationships, together with great designs are a recipe for success.  Well-done Laura!