Launched in 2001, The Global Fairness Initiative (GFI) is founded on the premise that economic globalization can and should work to improve the lives of impoverished and marginalized populations around the world by creating jobs and economic opportunities.

We are a registered non-profit organization (Section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code), headquartered in Washington, DC.

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GFI operates with contributions from private individuals, foundations, governments, and business and non-governmental organizations. Our 2006 supporters include:

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