The Brand New Free Course
Dive deep into the bittersweet reality of cocoa production, a world where indulgence meets injustice. This eye-opening journey unravels the complex tapestry of ethical, social, and economic challenges that define the lives of those who work at the very start of the chocolate supply chain. We'll explore the fundamental human rights often compromised within this industry, including child labor, fair wage issues, and the right to a safe working environment. Examine the steps various stakeholders are taking to address these injustices, from international regulations to the grassroots efforts by NGOs. The UN counts too and we will spend lots of time with their SDG's.
By learning about the effects of global trade policies and consumer choices on human rights within the cocoa sector, you'll gain the ability to critically assess the ethical impact of your own consumption patterns. Not just that – you'll walk away with practical insights on how to advocate for change and support sustainability in the global marketplace. This course isn't just about chocolate; it's about becoming a sustainable chocolate lover by using charity to create responsible human-rights in cocoa-farming.
What you WILL Master
This course will immerse you in the intricate world of the cocoa industry, exploring critical issues from labor rights to environmental sustainability. Every module is designed to provide a thorough and insightful understanding, empowering you with the knowledge to make a difference and help guide your community.
With invaluable insights from leading experts and passionate activists, the content is both captivating and actionable. Organized into clear, concise modules, each lesson builds upon the last, helping you grow in confidence and knowledge. By the end of the course, you won’t just understand the complexities of the cocoa industry—you'll know how to drive positive change as a consumer, professional, activist, advocate or even just chocolate lover!
Imagine being part of a movement that ensures every bite of chocolate you enjoy contributes to human-rights like livable wages and education... sustainable farming and environmental stewardship. This course is your gateway to transforming awareness into sharing, equipping your team and you with the tools to make a real difference in the global cocoa industry. Enroll now and start your impactful journey today—this is your chance to be a catalyst for change in a world that desperately needs it. Please share this course and take a look at our other Chocolate Sommelier Courses and Certifications
Curriculum
Your Instructor, Slave-free Chocolate-Maker & School Founder
-Cocoa Coach Ethan-
Meet your instructor, a certified Human Rights Consultant from the prestigious US Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights (USIDHR). Renowned for his expertise and passion, he has delivered compelling keynotes on human rights in the cocoa industry at major international forums. His deep understanding of the complex issues within the cocoa supply chain and his dedication to advocating for human-rights make him a recognizable, inspiring and knowledgeable guide for this course.
We are thrilled to offer his insightful keynote on human rights in the cocoa industry as a free webinar to all our students. This is a unique opportunity to learn from an expert who is deeply committed to making a difference. He has been making certified slave-free chocolate for over 6 years! By enrolling in this course, you'll gain valuable insights and practical knowledge that will empower you to advocate for ethical cocoa practices. Don’t miss out on this chance to enhance your understanding and make a real impact. Your instructor made it so your school is complete Certified child-slave free through Pono Cocoa, thanks to his involvement on the board of that charity, tax exempt non-for-profit. Sign up now and join a fun-loving, international community of like-minded individuals striving for a just and sustainable cocoa industry full of human-rights for all.
The Dark Side of Chocolate
-required viewing-
Required Viewing for the Course. 1 of 3 Documentaries. This one is available for free on Youtube. You will not find a more in depth analysis anywhere on the internet. All 3 are required viewing for the course.
Shady Chocolate
-required viewing-
The follow up documentary to "The Dark Side...", this film explores the suppression of the issue, false firms created by "Big Chocolate" to pretend to combat child-labor and of course proof of zero successful projects throughout the 20 years of the "Harkin-Engel Protocol".
The Chocolate War
Available on Amazon Prime, this final documentary reveals the illegality of the issue and the size. It shows who the people are that are lying and those that wont change.