About the Project

The “Christmas with Portuguese Retailers” project was born due to a mix of not being able to implement the “Christmas with Portuguese Families” project in 2020 and the will to create another initiative that could help the community during the holidays. Considering how badly Portuguese retailers suffered due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the idea was to use our platforms to advocate “buying local”.

Therefore, “Christmas with Portuguese Retailers” was a national project of Erasmus Student Network Portugal that celebrated and promoted small and medium business retailers in Portugal through local and international students, volunteers and the local community. By “buying local” during the holidays we supported local businesses in creating jobs and directly invested in our communities both socially and economically.

 

 

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Key Objectives

Promote local retailers that celebrate typical Portuguese culture and products
By focusing on businesses that embody the rich traditions and craftsmanship of Portugal, we can preserve and promote the unique heritage that sets our culture apart. 

 

Advocate to buy local during the holidays
Not only does buying local help our local Portuguese communities, but it is also kinder to the planet. Products bought online or in-store from larger corporations are affordable, but the shipping, packaging, and carbon dioxide emissions are costly in the long run to our health and our environment.

 

Introduce international students and locals to an alternative way to conduct Christmas shopping
Encourage these groups to explore shops that offer eco-friendly, ethically sourced, and culturally meaningful gifts. By choosing to shop this way, they can experience the true spirit of the holidays while supporting small businesses and artisans who contribute to the local economy and preserve cultural traditions.

 

Project History

Project Report 2024
Consultation Report 2024/2025
Booklet Parceiros
Lucky Christmas Receipt
Project Guidelines 2024

 

Contacts

If you require any further information or have any specific questions, please do not hesitate to contact us directly at board@esnportugal.org or secretary@esnportugal.org. 

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