ETI at the OECD Forum on Due Diligence in the Garment and Footwear Sector 2026

The Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) is proud to take part in the OECD Forum on Responsible Supply Chains in the Garment and Footwear Sector, 9–13 February 2026. This annual gathering brings together businesses, trade unions, NGOs, and governments to advance responsible supply chain practices, with a focus on human rights due diligence (HRDD), gender equality, and worker safety.

ETI-led sessions

This year, ETI is engaging in multiple sessions, both in-person and online, covering topics from practical HRDD tools to extreme heat mitigation, freedom of association, and more.

Side session: Putting HREDD into Practice in Leather Supply Chains – Lessons from Bangladesh

When: Tuesday 10 February, 11:45–13:15 (CET)
Where: Online
Organised by: Ethical Trading Initiative Bangladesh, co-organised by ETI, Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF), and Mondiaal FNV
Overview: This session explores how human rights and environmental due diligence (HREDD) can be effectively implemented in leather supply chains, drawing on practical insights from Bangladesh.
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Tackling GBVH in the Garment Sector: Testing the ETI–RISE Remediation Guide

When: Wednesday 11 February, 14:00–15:30 (CET)
Where: Closed door, invite-only
Organised by: ETI and RISE
Overview: ETI and RISE are piloting a new guide to support companies in addressing gender-based violence and harassment (GBVH) in the workplace. The session demonstrates how practical tools can make gender-responsive HRDD actionable.

Workshop on Responsible Disengagement

When: Thursday 12 February, 14:00–15:30 (CET)
Where: In-person
Organised by: OECD and ETI
Overview: This OECD workshop session will explore good practices for responsibly disengaging from suppliers, ensuring that worker rights and local communities are safeguarded.
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Freedom of Association in Focus: Meaningful Data for Effective HRDD

When: Thursday 12 February, 09:00–10:15 (CET)
Where: In-person
Overview: This session highlights the importance of credible, actionable data in promoting freedom of association and effective HRDD practices.
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Side session: Keeping Workers Safe During Periods of Extreme Heat

When: Friday 13 February, 08:00–09:00 (CET)
Where: Online
Organised by: ETI and Royal Holloway, University of London
Overview: With global temperatures rising, this session presents lessons and recommendations from a study examining extreme heat impacts on apparel workers and strategies to mitigate risks.
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ETI Member Sessions

ETI members are also leading or participating in sessions that complement our core work:

Side session: Mitigating and Remediating Adverse Impact - Addressing Child Labour Risks in the Textile Sector – Monday 9 Feb, 13:30–15:00 (CET) Details - hosted by The Centre for Child Rights and Business
Side session: Building a Brand Roadmap to a Just Energy Transition for Bangladesh’s Garment Sector – Tuesday 10 Feb, 13:15–14:15 (CET) Details - hosted by Oxfam Bangladesh
The missing millions: Due diligence in informal settings - Wednesday 11 Feb, 13:00-14:30 (CET) Details - with TFG Brands
Side session: “Now my role is more than organising meetings!” – Meaningful Worker-Management Collaboration – Friday 13 Feb, 09:00–10:15 (CET) Details - hosted by CARE
Side session: Evaluating Grievance Mechanism Effectiveness - Insights from Amader Kotha Helpline – Friday 13 Feb, 13:30–14:45 (CET) Details - hosted by Primark

ETI’s engagement at the OECD Forum underscores our commitment to advancing responsible supply chains, protecting workers’ rights, and promoting gender equality. Through both in-person and online sessions, we are sharing practical tools, case studies, and lessons learned to help businesses and stakeholders embed ethical practices across global supply chains.