Campaign for multinational companies to respect human rights and environmental standards
07/01/2025
The Coalition for Responsible Multinationals has launched a new popular initiative, highlighting the urgent need for action. Switzerland risks becoming the only country in Europe without effective legislation on the responsibility of multinationals. The initiative calls for binding rules to oblige Swiss multinationals to respect human rights and environmental standards.
A member of the Coalition since its creation, the Caux Initiatives of Change Foundation is mobilising to help reach the target of 100,000 signatures in just 30 days.
"The initiative for Responsible Multinationals is not just a question of economic ethics, but an extension of the fundamental principles of democracy. It gives citizens the power to act, protects fundamental rights and promotes justice and transparency at all levels. Democracy does not stop at national borders." - states Ignacio Packer, Executive Director of the Caux Initiatives of Change Foundation.
Take action now with the Coalition
- You can sign the initiative here!
- Share the link to sign online with your friends and family today!
United, we are defending the fundamental values of democracy by sending a strong message to Bern: multinationals must be held accountable for their actions, whether they are polluting our rivers or destroying entire regions. Responsibility and justice are not mere principles, but essential requirements to guarantee our common future.
This approach is fully in keeping with the spirit of the Caux Democracy Programme, which works to revitalise democracy and strengthen citizen participation.
Major events such as the Caux Democracy Forum from 8 to 12 July 2025 and the Geneva Democracy Dialogues are crucial moments for exchange, reflection and action, individually and together, in favour of a fairer and more accountable democratic model.
The petition can be signed by Swiss nationals over the age of 18 and with Swiss Residency.
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