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Ethical and Mindful Wellington

Ethical and Mindful Wellington

Wellington is oftentimes ranked as one of the most liveable and greenest cities in the world. The city is committed to developing a sustainable eco-city. These are just a few places you can visit in Wellington to make better choices when you shop and eat. It is also worth visiting their websites to learn how each place integrates values towards ethical choices.

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Nisa

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Nisa is a locally made underwear shop, employing women from refugee and migrant backgrounds in Wellington. You can see the factory in action while you shop at the store, or check out their website to shop online.99 Willis Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011Website View this post on Instagram A post shared by nisa (@nisawomen) View this post on Instagram A post shared by nisa (@nisawomen)

Trade Aid

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Trade Aid

Trade Aid is a social enterprise who works with small food and craft producers around the world. They source handmade, organic, and fair trade products from parter organisations across Africa, Asia, Latin American, Palestine, and the Pacific. This is a little rhino figure I got from the shop.Technology One House Ground floor/82B Victoria Street, Wellington 6011Website

Cafe Neo

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Cafe Neo

Cafe Neo has a wide range of gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan food. The staff are wonderful and friendly.132 Willis Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011

Sustainability Trust

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Sustainability Trust

Sustainability Trust is a social enterprise that helps people in Wellington have healthier and sustainable living. Inside their EcoCentre is the Ecoshop that offers eco-friendly products. I bought 100% biodegradable dish cloths.They are easy to wash as well.2 Forresters Lane, Te Aro, Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington) 6011

Thrift

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Thrift

One of the cool vintage shops that has retro vibes. You can be environmentally conscious and fashionable at the same time.162 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011Website View this post on Instagram A post shared by Thrift Vintage Store (@thrift.wellington)

Wellington Apothecary

This is a wonderful place for people looking for natural remedies. They have a great variety of plant-based skincare products, herbal teas, and tonics. Qualified herbalists are on site to assist you. 110A Cuba Street Te Aro, WellingtonWebsite View this post on Instagram A post shared by WELLINGTON APOTHECARY (@wellingtonapothecary)

Seize

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Seize

This place serves plenty of vegetarian and vegan friendly food options.117 Lambton Quay, Wellington 6011Website View this post on Instagram A post shared by seize (@seizewellington)

Fix & Fogg

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They make the best peanut butter in the world! You can now find their stores in the US too. They are big on reducing food waste and offer jar returns. 5 Eva Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011

Cuba Street Rainbow Crossing

Wellington is the pride-friendly capital city of New Zealand. Everyone is welcome here.

Recycle Boutique

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Recycle Boutique

Recycle Boutique is a sustainable company that has second hand clothing. Highly recommend this shop as they have a great variety of label clothing.143 Vivian Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011Website View this post on Instagram A post shared by Recycle Boutique NZ (@recycleboutiquenz)

Good House Keeping

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Good House Keeping has pretty much every eco-friendly product you can dream of. They also do mending and fixing services so that you don't have to keep throwing away broken stuff. They teach you new DIY skills for a repair job. 287 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Good House Keeping (@goodhousekeeping_nz)