2026 Equal Exchange Summit
June 12, 2026 at Wheaton College in Norton, MA
Let’s reconnect and reignite our shared purpose as a community! This year’s Equal Exchange Summit is more than a gathering—it’s also a celebration of 40 years of changing trade. For four decades, we’ve been working together to build an alternative trade model rooted in solidarity, democracy, and fairness. Together, we’ve connected coffee, chocolate, tea, bananas, and other fairly traded foods from democratically organized small farmer co-ops in the Global South with Citizen-Consumers in the North through Equal Exchange’s worker-owned cooperative—proving that another way of doing business is not only possible, but powerful.
As we mark this 40th anniversary milestone, we do so amid real challenges: historically high coffee and cacao prices, unpredictable tariffs and trade policies, and increasing corporate consolidation in our food system. Join us for a dynamic gathering of farmers, worker-owners, customers, organizers, and partners as we reflect on four decades of impact, confront today’s realities, and chart the next chapter of our solidarity economy—because in a world that urgently needs alternatives, our movement matters more than ever.
Last year’s Summit at Wheaton College brought together bold ideas, meaningful conversations, and a community committed to growth. Grateful for the moments that inspired us then—and excited for what’s ahead.
Calling all who want to
build a better food system
Register by filling out the form below or email organizing@equalexchange.coop
Wheaton College, 26 E. Main Street, Norton, MA 02766
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2026 Schedule of Events
Thursday, June 11
Welcome dinner (optional)
Film screening of “American Agitators” (90 min. running time, optional)
Early check-in available
Friday, June 12
Keynote Address
Workshops
All meals provided, followed by a party
Saturday, June 13
Breakfast (optional)
Equal Exchange Roastery Tour (optional)
Overnight accommodation will be provided in Wheaton dorms for anyone wishing to stay on campus Thursday and/or Friday nights.
There is no charge for the event or accommodations this year.
More details will be added to this page as they are announced.
Questions? Email Danielle and Frankie at organizing@equalexchange.coop or call (774) 776-7366.