Consumers worldwide continue to encounter unsafe products - from children’s toys and electronics to medicines and everyday essentials. As global supply chains grow more complex and online commerce expands, dangerous products can spread faster and further.
Product safety is more than a regulatory issue; it is fundamental to the human right to life, health and safety. When systems fail, consumers pay the price. Addressing this requires stronger enforcement, cross-border cooperation, and closer collaboration between governments, businesses and consumer organisations.
For World Consumer Rights Day on 15 March 2026, consumer advocates raised awareness and took action under the theme 'Safe Products, Confident Consumers,' with 106 Members joining the call.
On 16 March, our Safe Products, Confident Consumers Dialogues brought together 20 global leaders across government, civil society and international organisations, alongside 200+ attendees worldwide. The discussions explored how stronger product safety systems can protect people, build trust and strengthen markets - helping to set priorities for collective action through 2026 and beyond.
As we pass the 2025 midpoint, we reflect and celebrate our achievements in a year defined by rising living costs, new tariffs, and growing concerns over safety, privacy, and sustainability. These global shifts underscore why our mission matters more than ever.
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This World Consumer Rights Day, we brought together diverse voices and evidence to explore how we close the growing gap between consumer expectations and the reality of product safety today. Read more.
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Learn why bridging the growing divide between access and use of digital financial services is key to a more resilient future.
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