B2 – Upper Intermediate
Conscious consumerism is a mindful approach to shopping and spending, emphasizing awareness of the social, environmental, and ethical implications of one’s purchases.
It’s about making intentional choices that align with personal values, supporting products and companies that prioritize sustainability, ethics, and social responsibility.
By being a conscious consumer, individuals play a role in fostering positive change and influencing businesses to adopt more ethical and sustainable practices.
Watch the video and be able to answer the questions below.
Vocabulary Questions:
- What does the expression “to jump on the trend” mean, “A lot of people are jumping on the trend right now.” Make one sentence.
- What does the phrase “a sense of community” mean, “The greatest benefit for the women we help employ is that they get to work in an environment that promotes dignity, pays them a wage that is a livable wage that can provide for their families, and give them a sense of community and access to healthcare and education for their children.” Use the phrase in a sentence.
- What is the meaning of “cycle of poverty“, “It’s a holistic approach that really will break a cycle of poverty and be sustainable for those women.” Make one sentence using this phrase.
Discussion Questions:
- How do you prioritize conscious consumerism in your daily shopping habits?
- What factors influence your decision to support a particular brand or product from a conscious consumer perspective?
- In your opinion, how can conscious consumerism contribute to positive societal and environmental change?
- Do you believe that businesses have a responsibility to adopt more sustainable and ethical practices, and how does this impact your purchasing choices?
- How do you handle situations where there’s a conflict between a product you want and the ethical considerations associated with its production or sourcing?