This value ensures that the product or service has not been tested on animals and does not contain any ingredients derived from animals.

Sustainable fashion

Is a term used to describe garments that are produced with a focus on longevity, minimal environmental impact, and the use of sustainable materials and fabrics. Sustainable fashion aims to reduce waste and promote responsible consumption by creating products that can be reused, repaired, or recycled at the end of their life cycle, rather than being discarded. This approach helps to minimize the negative environmental effects of the fashion industry and encourages a more sustainable and circular economy.

Applicable to Woman, Man, Children, Artisan, Corporates & Wholesale Categories

Requirements

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the sustainable fashion value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Use of Sustainable Materials: Demonstrate the use of sustainable materials in your garments, such as organic cotton, hemp, linen, recycled fabrics, or innovative eco-friendly materials. Provide information about the origins and certifications of these materials to ensure transparency and authenticity.
2. Repair and Recycling Programs: Offer repair services or initiatives that extend the lifespan of your garments, enabling customers to repair or modify their items instead of discarding them. Additionally, provide options for customers to recycle or return their garments at the end of their life cycle for proper disposal or repurposing. Showcase your efforts in reducing waste and promoting circularity within the fashion industry.
3. Upcycling Projects: Engage in upcycling initiatives by transforming old or unused garments into new and unique products. This can include repurposing fabric scraps into accessories, creating one-of-a-kind pieces from upcycled materials, or collaborating with upcycling artists or designers. Showcasing your upcycling projects highlights your creativity and commitment to giving new life to pre-existing materials.
4. Extended Product Lifespan: Design products with longevity in mind, focusing on durability, timeless styles, and versatile designs. Encourage customers to care for and repair their garments to prolong their lifespan, reducing the need for frequent replacements.
5. Transparent Supply Chain: Provide transparency about your supply chain, including the origins of materials, production processes, and transportation methods. This allows customers to make informed choices and promotes accountability in the fashion industry.

Ethical fashion

Refers to clothing that has been produced in a manner that is fair and just to the people involved in its creation and supply chain. Ethical fashion practices ensure that workers receive fair wages, work in safe and comfortable conditions, and are treated with dignity and respect. This includes sourcing materials ethically and transparently, considering the social and environmental impacts of production processes, and supporting fair trade principles. Ethical fashion promotes social responsibility and aims to address issues such as worker exploitation, child labor, and unsafe working conditions in the fashion industry.

Applicable to Women, Man, Children, Artisan, Corporates & Wholesale Categories

Requirements

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the ethical fashion value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Ethical Material Sourcing: Provide information about your material sourcing practices, ensuring that they are conducted ethically and consider the social and environmental impacts. This can involve using sustainable and responsibly sourced materials, supporting initiatives that promote eco-friendly materials, or working with suppliers who prioritize fair labor practices and adhere to environmental regulations. Additionally, prioritize the use of organic or sustainably produced materials, support local artisans or communities, and minimize the use of harmful chemicals or hazardous substances in the production process.
2. Worker Empowerment Programs: proof Implement initiatives that empower workers in your supply chain, such as training programs, education opportunities, or capacity-building initiatives. These programs supported the development and well-being of workers, promoting fair and just working conditions in the fashion industry.
3. Supply Chain Transparency: Proof of transparency regarding your supply chain, including the sourcing of materials and the production processes involved. Clearly communicate your efforts to ensure ethical sourcing, such as using materials from suppliers who adhere to fair labor standards and environmental regulations
4. Fair-Trade Certification: you Obtained recognized fair-trade certifications that validate your commitment to fair and ethical practices throughout your supply chain.
5. Collaborations with Ethical Organizations: You partner with ethical organizations or initiatives that promote fair and sustainable fashion practices.
6. Codes of Conduct: provide your established and adhere to comprehensive codes of conduct that outline your commitment to ethical fashion practices. These codes should cover areas such as fair wages, safe working conditions, non-discrimination, and compliance with labor laws. Please note that this condition must be accompanied by another form of evidence mentioned above.

Less Waste

Refers to products or services that have been designed or produced with a focus on minimizing waste generation throughout their lifecycle.

Applicable to All Main Categories

Requirements

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the less waste value on Mostadaam,it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Providing data or studies: that highlight the reduced waste generated by the product or service compared to similar traditional products or services. Additionally, if your product or service contributes to waste reduction initiatives or encourages responsible consumption practices, you can provide supporting information to showcase its positive impact on waste reduction.
2. Product Design for Waste Minimization: Demonstrating how the product or service has been intentionally designed to minimize waste generation throughout its life cycle. This can include features such as modular design for easy repair, refillable or reusable components, or packaging that is recyclable or compostable.
3. Waste Reduction Strategies: Your product or service should incorporate waste reduction strategies throughout its lifecycle
4. Waste Tracking System: If you have incorporated a waste tracking system into your product or service, you can accurately measure and monitor waste generation. This allows for accurate measurement and monitoring of waste output, enabling the identification of areas for improvement and the implementation of targeted waste reduction strategies.

Zero Waste

Signifies products, services, or brands that aim to eliminate waste entirely, adopting practices that prioritize recycling, and composting.

Applicable to All Main Categories

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the zero waste value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Providing Data or Studies: Present data or studies that highlight the zero-waste generated by your product or service compared to similar traditional alternatives. This can include quantitative measurements, statistics, or case studies that demonstrate the significant reduction in waste achieved. Additionally, if your product or service actively contributes to zero waste reduction initiatives or promotes responsible consumption practices, you can provide supporting information to showcase its positive impact on zero waste.
2. Recycling and Composting Programs: Demonstrate the presence of established recycling and composting programs within your operations or supply chain. Provide information on how waste materials are collected, sorted, and processed to ensure maximum recycling or composting efficiency.
3. Partnerships with Waste Management Organizations: Highlight collaborations with waste management organizations or recycling facilities that handle waste responsibly and contribute to the circular economy. This demonstrates your commitment to working with specialized entities to ensure proper waste management and recycling.
4. Zero Waste Certifications: Obtain recognized certifications that validate your adherence to zero waste principles and practices. These certifications demonstrate that your product, service, or brand has undergone rigorous evaluation and meets stringent zero-waste standards.
5. Waste Tracking System: If you have incorporated a waste tracking system into your product or service, you can accurately measure and monitor waste generation. This allows for accurate measurement and monitoring of waste output, enabling the identification of areas for improvement and the implementation of targeted zero waste.

Recycled & Repurposed

Indicates that the product or materials have been created using recycled or repurposed materials, reducing the need for new resources and diverting waste from landfills.

Applicable to All Main Categories

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the Recycled & Repurposed value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Recycled Materials: Show that your product or materials are made from recycled content. This can include providing information on the percentage of recycled materials used in the product, specifying the source of the recycled materials, or obtaining certifications that validate the use of recycled content.
2. Repurposing of Materials: Showcase how your product or service incorporates repurposed materials, giving new life to materials that would otherwise be discarded. This can be evidenced through clear explanations or visual representations of how materials are repurposed and transformed into new products or components.
3. Circular Design Approach: Highlight how your product or service follows a circular design approach, emphasizing the use of recycled or repurposed materials as a core element of the design process. Provide documentation or case studies that illustrate how circular design principles are integrated into your product or service development.
4. Certifications or Labels: Obtain recognized certifications or labels that validate the use of recycled or repurposed materials in your product or service. These certifications can include specific criteria for recycled content or sustainable sourcing, ensuring transparency and credibility.
5. Upcycling Initiatives: Highlight any initiatives or practices that involve upcycling, where waste materials are creatively transformed into new products of higher value or utility. Provide examples of how you repurpose or upcycle materials to create unique and innovative products.
6. Collaboration with Recycling Programs: Showcase collaborations with recycling programs or organizations that contribute to the collection and processing of recyclable materials. This partnership demonstrates your commitment to supporting the recycling industry and diverting waste from landfills

Sustainably Produced

Refers to products, services, or processes that minimize environmental impact, preserve resources, and promote social well-being. It involves practices that balance current needs with the ability to meet future generations' needs. Key principles include environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic viability. Sustainably produced items prioritize renewable materials, energy efficiency, waste reduction, ethical sourcing, and recognized sustainability standards. They aim to minimize ecological footprint and support a sustainable future. This can include products certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), ensuring responsible forest management and environmentally friendly processes that conserve resources and reduce pollution.

Applicable to All Main Categories Within Mostadaam

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the Sustainably Produced value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Renewable Materials: Demonstrating the use of renewable and responsibly sourced materials in the production of your products or services. This can involve using materials that have a lower environmental impact, such as recycled materials or materials derived from renewable resources.
2. Energy Efficiency: Implementing energy-efficient practices in your production processes or offering energy-efficient products or services. This involves minimizing energy consumption, adopting renewable energy sources, and optimizing energy efficiency throughout the lifecycle of your offerings.
3. Environmental Stewardship: Implementing practices that protect and restore ecosystems, conserve biodiversity, and mitigate environmental impacts.
4. Sustainability Certifications: Obtaining recognized certifications that validate sustainable production practices or Environmental Certifications, such as the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), that validate the sustainable and responsible sourcing of materials and adherence to environmentally friendly processes.
5. Ethical Sourcing: Ensuring that your supply chain follows ethical sourcing practices, involves transparency and accountability in your sourcing processes and partnerships.

Sustainable supply chain

Refers to companies' or brands' efforts to consider the environmental and human impact of their products' journey through the entire supply chain. This includes sourcing raw materials, production, storage, delivery, and transportation.

Applicable to All Main Categories

Requirements 

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the sustainably supply chain value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Sustainable Supply Chain Management: proven Implementing sustainable practices throughout the supply chain, including responsible sourcing, ethical labor practices, waste reduction, and carbon footprint reduction
2. Sustainable Sourcing: Providing information on the responsible sourcing of raw materials, including certifications or partnerships with suppliers who adhere to sustainable practices.
3. Transparency and Traceability: proven Implementing technologies like Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence to enable transparent and verified transactions, allowing customers to trace the origin and journey of products This provides evidence of sustainable practices.
4. Certifications and Standards: Obtaining certifications or adhering to recognized standards that validate sustainable supply chain management, such as ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems) or Fairtrade certification.
5. Environmental Impact Assessment: proven Conducting assessments to measure and minimize the environmental impact of the supply chain. This includes evaluating resource consumption, waste generation, and implementing strategies to reduce environmental footprint.

Third-Party Certified

Indicates that the product, service, or brand has been independently certified by a reputable organization or certification body to meet specific sustainability or ethical standards.

Support Biodiversity

Means that the product, service, or brand actively contributes to the preservation and protection of biodiversity and ecosystems.

Applicable to All Main Categories

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the  Support Biodiversity value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Proven Sustainable Sourcing: Demonstrate responsible sourcing practices that protect biodiversity and ecosystems. This can include certifications, responsible harvesting, and support for local communities engaged in sustainable resource management.
2. Habitat Restoration Initiatives: Demonstrating efforts to restore or create habitats for endangered species or promote biodiversity through reforestation, wetland restoration, or other ecological restoration projects or creating wildlife-friendly spaces. Sharing evidence of specific projects or initiatives.
3. Scientific Research: Supporting scientific research or studies focused on biodiversity and ecosystem protection. This can involve funding research projects, collaborating with research institutions, or sharing research findings to contribute to scientific knowledge and conservation efforts.
4. Education and Awareness: Engaging in educational initiatives or campaigns to raise awareness about biodiversity conservation. Sharing evidence of educational materials, workshops, or community outreach programs.

Support SDGs

Refers to the alignment of the product, service, or brand with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.

Applicable to All Main Categories Within Mostadaam

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the Support SDGs value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide of supporting evidence of the following:

SDG Alignment: Demonstrate how your product, service, or brand aligns with specific United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Provide evidence and documentation showing how your business contributes to one or more of the 17 SDGs, supporting social, economic, and environmental progress through documentation and related initiatives.

Social Impact

Signifies that the product, service, or brand creates a positive impact on society, such as supporting marginalized communities or empowering disadvantaged individuals.

Applicable to All Main Categories

Requirements

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the social impact value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Supporting Sustainable Income Opportunities: If the provider of the product or service is an independent individual and their revenue from the sales of this product or service constitutes a significant portion of their limited income, regardless of their location in the world, they are eligible to participate in Mostadaam. This condition applies as long as the product or service aligns with at least one of the other Mostadaam values. Mostadaam recognizes the importance of supporting independent individuals who rely on their businesses to sustain their livelihoods and aims to provide them with opportunities to showcase their products or services while promoting sustainability and positive impact Independent providers who offer products or services through Mostadaam have the opportunity to achieve social impact value.
2. Social Impact: Demonstrating that the product, service, or brand creates a positive impact on society, contributing to the well-being and empowerment of marginalized communities or disadvantaged individuals. This can include evidence of initiatives, partnerships, or programs that address social issues, promote equality, provide job opportunities, contribute to education or healthcare, or address social challenges or support community development. Sellers or brands must provide documentation or case studies highlighting their social impact efforts.
3. Mostadaam Program: By participating in the Mostadaam program, sellers can demonstrate their commitment to making a positive impact on society. The program partners with third-party certified organizations that focus on social causes and initiatives. Sellers have the opportunity to contribute a percentage of their choice, ranging from 0.5% to 3%, from each order towards social impact projects, supporting causes such as education, healthcare, poverty alleviation, and community development. Joining the Mostadaam program allows sellers or brands to actively contribute to creating a better and more equitable world, showcasing their dedication to social well-being, equality, and community development.

Organic

Refers to products or brands that have obtained organic certification or have been produced using organic farming methods. or produced without synthetic chemicals, pesticides, or fertilizers.

Applicable to Main Categories

Applicable to various main categories within Mostadaam, including "Food & Beverages," "Woman Fashion," "Man Fashion," "Children," "Beauty & Wellness," "Pet Care & Accessories," and "Corporates & Sustainable Wholesale." Sellers or brands in these categories can showcase their commitment to organic practices and offer customers a wide range of organic options to choose from.

Requirements

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the organic value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Organic Certification: You Obtained recognized organic certifications from reputable organizations or certification bodies that validate the organic status of your products or ingredients. These certifications ensure compliance with organic farming standards and demonstrate your commitment to producing organic products.
2. Organic Farming Methods: Implementing organic farming methods and practices in the production of your products. This includes using natural fertilizers, biological pest control, and avoiding the use of synthetic chemicals, pesticides, or genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
3. Ingredient Transparency: Providing clear and transparent information about the sourcing and production of your ingredients, specifically highlighting that they are organic and produced without synthetic chemicals or pesticides.
4. Compliance with Organic Standards: Demonstrating adherence to recognized organic standards and regulations in the production and labeling of your products. This can be proven through documented evidence that your products meet the specific requirements for organic certification.

** Please note that the evidence required to prove the organic value may vary depending on the specific category and certification standards. Sellers or brands should provide relevant certifications, ingredient lists, or other supporting documentation to demonstrate their organic credentials.

Natural

Implies that the product or ingredients are derived from natural sources, and are free from synthetic additives, artificial colors, or fragrances.

Applicable to All Main Categories 

Requirements 

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the Natural value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Ingredient Transparency: Offering clear and detailed information about the natural ingredients used in your products or services
2. Certifications: You Obtained relevant certifications that validate the use of natural ingredients and adherence to natural standards
3. Manufacturing Processes: Demonstrating the use of environmentally-friendly and sustainable manufacturing processes that preserve the natural integrity of the ingredients.
4. Third-Party Testing: proven Conducting tests or studies to verify the natural composition of your products and ensuring they meet natural standards.

Made in UAE

Indicates that the product or service has been manufactured within the United Arab Emirates, supporting local businesses, and contributing to the local economy. as locally owned businesses reinvest a larger portion of their revenue back into the community, benefiting the entire region.

Applicable to All Main Categories

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the Made in UAE value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Origin Information: Clearly state the origin of your product or service as the United Arab Emirates.
2. Local Business Registration: Provide proof of business registration within the United Arab Emirates.
3. Manufacturing Location: Clearly specify the location of your manufacturing facility within the United Arab Emirates.
4. Local Sourcing: Demonstrate the use of locally sourced materials or ingredients in your product or service.

Locally Produced

Refers to products that are grown or manufactured in close proximity to the consumer, typically associated with food and other goods. On Mostadaam, this term signifies that products are made or manufactured within the Gulf countries, minimizing carbon emissions from transportation compared to cross-border products.

Applicable to All Main Categories Within Mostadaam

Requirements

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the Locally Produced value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Manufacturing or Production Location: Clearly specify the location of your manufacturing or production facility within one of the Gulf countries. and distance.
2. Delivery Time: provide additional information about the distance in kilometers or the time it takes for your products to reach your target audience. This helps demonstrate the proximity and reduced transportation impact of locally produced goods.

Plant-based

Refers to Products or brands that are derived from plants and do not contain animal ingredients and support the circular bioeconomy

Applicable to All Categories 

Applicable to all categories within Mostadaam.

Requirements

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the Plant-based value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Ingredient Transparency: Provide clear and detailed information about the ingredients used in your products, highlighting their plant-based nature and the absence of animal-derived ingredients.
2. Plant-based Certifications: Obtain relevant certifications or labels that validate the plant-based nature of your products. These certifications could include vegan certifications, plant-based labels, or other recognized standards.
3. Product Labeling: Clearly indicate on your product packaging or labeling that it is plant-based, ensuring transparency for customers.
4. Supplier Information: Ensure that the ingredients or materials used in your products are sourced from reputable suppliers that adhere to plant-based principles and practices.

Vegan

Refers to products or brands that are entirely free from animal-derived ingredients or by-products. Brands upholding this value undergo rigorous vetting and provide evidence to ensure no animal products, such as animal skins or silk, are used in any stage of production.

Applicable to Main Categories

Requirements

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the Vegan value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Ingredient Transparency: Provide clear and detailed information about the ingredients used in your products, ensuring that they are free from any animal-derived ingredients or by-products.
2. Vegan Certifications: Obtain relevant certifications or labels that validate the vegan nature of your products. These certifications could include recognized vegan certifications or labels.
3. Product Labeling: Clearly indicate on your product packaging or labeling that it is vegan, allowing customers to easily identify and choose vegan options.
4. Supplier Information: Ensure that the ingredients or materials used in your products are sourced from suppliers who adhere to vegan principles and practices.

Made With Care

Refers to products that have been meticulously crafted with attention to detail and a focus on the highest quality standards. These products are made with care, ensuring durability and longer product life.

Applicable to All Main Categories

Requirements

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the Made with Care value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Product Durability: Provide evidence of the durability and longevity of your products, such as through customer testimonials, product reviews, or warranty information.
2. Quality Assurance: Implement strict quality control processes and standards throughout the manufacturing or production process to ensure that each product meets high-quality benchmarks.
3. Craftsmanship: provide and highlight the skilled craftsmanship and expertise involved in the creation of your products, showcasing attention to detail, precision, and dedication to excellence.
4. Warranty: Offer a comprehensive warranty on your products, specifying the coverage period (ranging from 1 year to 10 years or more) and outlining the terms and conditions of the warranty.
5. Guarantee: Provide a satisfaction guarantee to customers, assuring them that if they are not satisfied with the quality or durability of the product, they can return it for a refund or replacement within a specified timeframe.

Energy Conscious & Energy Efficiency

These terms describe products or services that are intentionally designed and manufactured to prioritize energy conservation and maximize energy efficiency. or this product or service was created using energy-efficient manufacturing methods. These products/services integrate advanced technologies and features that minimize energy consumption, leading to reduced energy bills for consumers and reducing their environmental impact, carbon footprint, and addressing climate change concerns.

Applicable to All Main Categories Within Mostadaam

Requirements

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the Energy Conscious & Energy Efficiency value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Energy Efficiency Ratings: Provide information or certifications that demonstrate the energy efficiency ratings or standards met by your products or services. This can include labels such as Energy Star or other recognized energy efficiency certifications.
2. Energy Conservation Features: Provide specific features or technologies integrated into your products or services that contribute to energy conservation. This can include smart energy management systems, low-power modes, or energy-efficient components.
3. Energy Usage Data: Share data or studies that showcase the energy savings achieved by your products or services compared to similar conventional alternatives. This can include energy consumption reports, case studies, or third-party assessments.
4. Energy-efficient Manufacturing Methods: Provide evidence of utilizing energy-efficient manufacturing processes in the production of your products. This can include the use of renewable energy sources, waste heat recovery systems, or other sustainable manufacturing practices.

Climate Positive

This term refers to brands, products, or services that are intentionally designed to actively mitigate climate change. These entities not only reduce their greenhouse gas emissions but also go the extra mile by removing additional carbon dioxide from the atmosphere or supporting initiatives that contribute to sustainable practices and these entities demonstrate their dedication to combatting climate change.

Applicable to All Main Categories

Requirements

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the Climate Positive value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Carbon Neutrality Certification: Obtained certification from a recognized organization that verifies your brand or product's carbon neutrality. This certification confirms that you have measured, reduced, and offset your greenhouse gas emissions to achieve a net-zero carbon footprint.
2. Climate Positive Initiatives: Demonstrate involvement in initiatives or projects that actively contribute to climate change mitigation. This can include supporting sustainable farming practices, promoting renewable energy adoption, or partnering with organizations focused on environmental conservation.
3. Negative Carbon Footprint: Provide evidence that your brand, product, or service actively removes more carbon dioxide from the atmosphere than it generates through its entire lifecycle. This can involve utilizing carbon capture and storage technologies, sustainable land management practices, or innovative carbon sequestration methods.
4. Mostadaam Program: Join the Mostadaam program, which allows sellers to contribute 1% from each order towards offsetting carbon emissions. By participating in this program, sellers can showcase their commitment to Climate Positive and making a positive environmental impact.
5. Sustainable Energy Usage: Showcase the use of renewable energy sources in your operations or production processes. This can include solar, wind, or hydroelectric power, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and decreasing carbon emissions.
6. Sustainable Supply Chain: Show how you promote sustainability throughout your supply chain. This can include working with suppliers that follow environmentally friendly practices, implementing circular economy principles, or reducing emissions in transportation and logistics
7. Certification or Validation: Obtained certifications or validations from recognized organizations that attest to your Climate Positive practices. This can include certifications such as Climate Neutral, PAS 2060, or other established standards.

Poverty Reduction

This value represents products, brands, programs, or projects that actively work towards reducing poverty globally and promoting fair income distribution. companies upholding this value must provide evidence of their initiatives aimed at addressing poverty. This can include practices like fair trade, supporting local communities, or implementing programs that empower marginalized groups economically.

Applicable to All Main Categories Within Mostadaam

Requirements

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the Poverty Reduction value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Supporting Local Communities: Showcase efforts to support local communities and economies through partnerships, collaborations, or sourcing practices. This can involve working directly with local artisans, cooperatives, or small-scale producers, providing them with fair and sustainable income opportunities.
2. Economic Empowerment Programs: Showcase efforts to implement initiatives or programs that empower marginalized individuals or communities economically. This can include training, capacity-building, or entrepreneurship programs aimed at improving skills and creating sustainable livelihoods.
3. Income Generation Opportunities: Provide evidence that your product or service creates sustainable income-generating opportunities for individuals or communities facing poverty or economic challenges. This can involve supporting independent sellers, craftsmen, or local producers who rely on the revenue generated from their products or services to improve their economic well-being.
4. Supporting Independent Sellers and Craftsmen: For independent sellers and craftsmen around the globe, upholding this value means that your products are personally made, often showcasing unique craftsmanship and creativity. The revenue generated from the sales of these products is crucial for these individuals as it provides sustainable income-generating opportunities. Supporting these sellers not only empowers them economically but also supports their livelihoods and contributes to their overall well-being.
5. Philanthropic Partnerships: Demonstrate partnerships or collaborations with organizations or initiatives dedicated to poverty reduction and socio-economic development. This can involve financial contributions, donations, or resource-sharing to support poverty alleviation projects.

Independent & Start-ups

These terms encompass small businesses, entrepreneurs, and start-ups that are not part of larger corporate entities or conglomerates.

Independent: Refers to businesses that are privately owned and operated, emphasizing individuality, unique offerings, and a personal touch.

Start-ups: Refers to newly established ventures with innovative ideas or products and disruptive business models. Supporting independent and start-ups on Mostadaam provides opportunities for unique and emerging brands, fostering creativity, entrepreneurship, and diversity, and competition in the Mostadaam marketplace.

Applicable to All Main Categories Within Mostadaam

Requirements

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the Independent & Start-ups value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Business registration documents: Provide copies of your business registration or incorporation documents that demonstrate your status as an independent or start-up entity If you do not have formal business registration documents yet, you can still prove that you are an independent seller by Providing evidence of personal involvement: Share information about your personal involvement in the business, such as your story, expertise, or craftsmanship that sets you apart from larger corporate entities. or Independent Branding: Showcase your unique branding elements, such as a distinct logo, website, or marketing materials, that reflect your independent identity and differentiate you from other businesses. "While formal business registration may be preferred".
2. Unique Offerings: Showcase your unique products, services, or innovative ideas that set your brand apart and demonstrate your creativity and entrepreneurial spirit.
3. Entrepreneurial Spirit: Demonstrate the entrepreneurial mindset, vision, and commitment to growth and success in your business.
4. Testimonials or Reviews: Provide positive testimonials or reviews from customers or industry experts that highlight the value and quality of your products, services, or brand.
5. Awards or Recognitions: Share any awards, accolades, or industry recognitions that you have received as an independent or start-up business, demonstrating your achievements and credibility.
6. Social Media Presence: Demonstrate an active and engaging presence on social media platforms, showcasing your brand, interacting with customers, and building a community around your products or services.

Handcrafted

Products that are made by hand, often using traditional techniques. These products are created with meticulous attention to detail and craftsmanship, resulting in unique and one-of-a-kind items. These unique items highlight the artistry and skill behind each piece while supporting traditional craftsmanship and the communities of artisans. By promoting handcrafted products, Mostadaam aims to provide support to artisans and their communities, recognizing the significance of each item and the dedication of the artisans. Each handcrafted item carries a story, representing the rich heritage and skills of the artisans involved.

Applicable to All Main Categories

Requirements

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the Handcrafted value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Artisan Profile: Share information about the artisans involved in the creation of the products, highlighting their expertise, traditional techniques, and cultural heritage. This can include profiles, biographies, or stories that showcase the artisans' craftsmanship and their dedication to preserving traditional skills.
2. Product Documentation: Provide documentation or images that demonstrate the handcrafted process involved in creating the products. This can include photographs or videos showcasing the artisans in action, step-by-step production processes, or any other visual evidence that highlights the handcrafted nature of the items.
3. Craftsmanship Description: Provide detailed descriptions of the craftsmanship and techniques used to create the products. Explain the traditional methods, materials, and tools employed, highlighting the uniqueness and authenticity of the handcrafted items.

Heritage Craft Preservation

Heritage Craft Preservation refers to products or brands that actively promote, preserve and sustain traditional and cultural craft techniques. These crafts are deeply rooted in a community's history, culture, and artistic traditions, often passed down through generations. By endorsing Heritage Craft Preservation, products or brands strive to protect these crafts from extinction, ensuring their ongoing practice and transmission to future generations. This value not only preserves cultural heritage but also provides economic opportunities for artisans and local communities.

Applicable to All Main Categories

Requirements

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the heritage craft preservation value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Documentation of Craft Techniques: Provide detailed documentation or descriptions of the traditional craft techniques used in the creation of your products. This can include step-by-step processes, historical references, or explanations of the cultural significance of the craft techniques.
2. Artisan Profiles: Highlight the artisans or craftspeople involved in creating the products and showcase their expertise in traditional craft techniques. Include information about their background, training, and experience in preserving and practicing these heritage crafts.
3. Cultural Heritage: Emphasize the cultural heritage and history associated with your products. Discuss the origins of the craft, its historical context, and its significance within a specific cultural or artistic tradition. Include details about the cultural symbolism or storytelling elements present in the craft.
4. Cultural Significance: Explain the cultural significance of the craft techniques and how they are tied to a specific community, region, or cultural heritage. Demonstrate how your products contribute to the preservation and promotion of these cultural traditions.
5. Collaboration with Artisan Communities: Provide evidence of collaborations with artisan communities or organizations dedicated to preserving and promoting heritage crafts. This can include partnerships, certifications, or memberships that demonstrate your commitment to supporting and sustaining these craft traditions.
6. Documentation of Authenticity: If available, provide documentation or certifications that verify the authenticity and origin of your heritage craft products. This can include certifications from cultural heritage organizations or government entities that validate the traditional nature of your craft techniques.
7. Fair Trade or Ethical Sourcing: Show that your products are sourced or produced in a fair trade or ethical manner, ensuring that artisans are paid fair wages and their cultural heritage is respected. Provide certifications or partnerships with fair trade organizations that validate your commitment to heritage craft preservation.

If you have a product, service, or brand that supports Heritage Craft Preservation and none of the listed requirements fit your specific situation, please reach out to us. Provide a detailed description of your product, service, or brand and how it aligns with the concept of Heritage Craft Preservation. Explain how your offering promotes, preserves, and sustains traditional and cultural craft techniques in a meaningful way. Our goal is to promote and support initiatives that contribute to the preservation of cultural heritage and the empowerment of artisans and local communities.

Cultural Goods

Refer to consumer goods that convey ideas, symbols, and ways of life, representing various aspects of culture. This includes a wide range of products such as books, magazines, multimedia products, software, recordings, films, videos, audio-visual programs, crafts, and special fashion items. Cultural goods play a significant role in preserving and promoting cultural heritage, fostering cultural exchange, and enriching people's understanding and appreciation of different cultures around the world.

For Mostadaam Cultural Goods: Refers to products or services that enrich people's practical or personal lives through a diverse range of offerings. These include books, magazines, multimedia products, programs, recordings, films, video clips, audio-visual programs, educational courses, and more. Cultural goods extend to various domains, including sustainability, ethics, business, climate change, global challenges, social issues, purposeful arts, fitness programs, yoga classes, healthy cooking classes, and other experiences that promote well-being and holistic development.

Applicable to All Main Categories Within Mostadaam

Applicable to Digital products, women's & man's fashion, Artisan, Corporates & Sustainable wholesale categories within Mostadaam.

Requirements

To ensure that your product, service, or brand gains exposure and upholds the Cultural Goods value on Mostadaam, it is mandatory to provide one (1) piece of supporting evidence from the following options:

1. Relevance: Demonstrate how your product or service aligns with the concept of Cultural Goods and enriches people's practical or personal lives through cultural experiences, personal development, or well-being.
2. Authenticity: Showcase the cultural elements, artistic expressions, or traditional techniques incorporated in your products or services that contribute to cultural value and enrichment.
3. Educational Content: Provide detailed information about the educational courses, multimedia products, or programs you offer, highlighting the cultural aspects and learning outcomes.
4. Social Impact: Demonstrate how your product or service contributes to addressing global challenges, social issues, sustainability, or ethical considerations.
5. Expertise: Showcase your expertise in the relevant cultural domain by sharing credentials, qualifications, or partnerships with experts, artists, or organizations that validate the authenticity and quality of your offering.

Sustainable Packaging

Refers to products or brands that prioritize the use of environmentally friendly and sustainable packaging materials and practices. These products are packaged using materials that have a minimal impact on the environment, such as recycled or biodegradable materials. Sustainable packaging also involves reducing waste, optimizing packaging sizes, and implementing efficient packaging processes to minimize resource consumption and carbon emissions.

Applicable to All Main Categories Within Mostadaam

Requirements

To gain visibility on Mostadaam associated with the Sustainable Packaging value, sellers or brands must provide evidence of their commitment to sustainable packaging practices.

Sustainable packaging should be considered as one aspect of a seller or brand's commitment to sustainability.

*Mostadaam strongly advises all sellers and brands to prioritize the use of sustainable packaging for their goods whenever possible.

* Sustainable packaging cannot be the only value for a seller or their product on Mostadaam, it should be complemented by other values and practices that align with Mostadaam's 35 values.

Thank you for taking the time to read Mostadaam's Sustainable Attributes

We believe that these steps are essential for ensuring the credibility and integrity of the Mostadaam marketplace. By familiarizing yourself with the values and their requirements, you can effectively demonstrate your dedication to ethical and sustainable practices. In order to join Mostadaam, it is necessary for you to select a minimum of “4” four or more values out of the 36 that align with your company, product, or service. This selection of values is a prerequisite for joining our platform.

We appreciate your interest in becoming a registered brand or ethical sustainable seller on Mostadaam. To proceed with the registration process, please click on the "Choose Your Plan" button below. This will grant you access to choose your plan page ( All Free Subscriptions no fees to join ) choose the plan according to the number of sustainable attributes that apply to your product, services, brand, and company.  It's important to note that these sustainable and ethical attributes are criteria for determining the percentage % of Mostadaam commission after you sell on Mostadaam. once you choose your plan type, This will grant you access to a registration form where you can provide your information.

Once you choose your plan type, you will gain access to the registration form where you can provide your information. After completing the registration, you will receive an email confirmation. Upon approval from the admin, you will receive another email with the link to your store on the Mostadaam platform, along with your username and password.

We are excited to welcome you to the Mostadaam community and look forward to supporting your commitment to ethical and sustainable business practices.

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