Do You Know? Camila Coddou

Camila Coddou embarked across the country for her project Barista Behind the Bar, speaking on topics including hospitality, self-care, inclusivity, and empowerment.
by Caitlin Carter | November 13, 2019

Baristas Begin Crowdsourcing Wage Information

Philly baristas are sharing their salaries and benefits in a shared spreadsheet. In the days since news of this spreadsheet broke, the list, which reflects baristas from more than 60 cafés in the Philadelphia…
by Fresh Cup Staff | October 9, 2019

The Walkout That Inspired A Movement: Everything You Need To Know About Coffee At Large

Three Months After The Walkout, Coffee At Large Members Forge A New Road To Activism
by Mark Van Streefkerk | September 25, 2019

Coffee Activism, Part 2: Paving the Way Forward

Starting off as a grassroots movement in the U.S., the current wave of coffee activism has become a global movement binding the industry together.
by Anastasia Prikhodko | April 9, 2019

Addressing Implicit Bias in Customer Service Opens Doors to New Possibilities and Customers

As the coffee industry begins to re-navigate how they approach customer service, coffee professionals are taking steps to help baristas to best address systemic prejudices.
by Mykel Vernon-Sembach | February 19, 2019

The Kore Directive

The Kore Directive is London’s newest non-profit organization directed at helping women in coffee.
by Anastasia Prikhodko | October 16, 2018

SAME CUP

Real talk, education, and empowerment in Australia’s coffee culture.
by Anastasia Prikhodko | September 18, 2018

Sip of Hope Coffee Bar

Chicago's Sip of Hope gives 100 percent of proceeds to Hope for the Day. The mission: to break the silence that surrounds mental health issues.
by Carrie Pallardy | September 4, 2018

Café Femenino

For many coffee drinkers, the realities of coffee production are a distant thought. But as we continue to consume and enjoy our daily brew, it’s time to take into account how our actions can…
by Anastasia Prikhodko | June 20, 2018

Cafeminism

Five women share their thoughts on inclusivity, diversity, and fairness in today’s specialty coffee and tea trade.
by Anastasia Prikhodko | May 23, 2018