Registrations are open for the 2026 OECD Forum on Due Diligence in the Textile and Footwear Sector

Registrations are now open for the upcoming OECD Forum on Due Diligence in the Textile and Footwear Sector, which will take place on 11 – 12 February 2026. Participants will be able to follow the event live at the OECD headquarters in Paris, with a limited number of in-person seats available or join online. In-person attendance must be submitted before 30 January 2026. After this date, only online participation will be available.

The Forum traditionally brings together key stakeholders from across the global value chain – policymakers, industry representatives, trade unions, civil society organisations, academia, and international institutions. The aim is to foster dialogue on key challenges and emerging risks, and exchange practical solutions for effective due diligence implementation in global textile and footwear supply chains.

This year’s edition will focus on a range of current topics, including:

• supply chain resilience and managing unexpected disruptions
• implementing due diligence in informal working environments
• climate-related risks and their impact on workers in the sector
• approaches to due diligence beyond the first tier of suppliers

The programme will include main and side sessions, with some content streamed live, some delivered online, and selected sessions organised in a hybrid format.

The Forum offers an important opportunity to deepen cooperation and exchange knowledge on responsible business conduct in one of the most dynamic global sectors.

You can also explore preliminary agenda on the Forum website.