THE HISTORY OF FOMCA

FOMCA

The Federation of Malaysian Consumers Associations or its acronym, FOMCA is a national non-governmental organization, which is voluntary, non-profit, non-political, and civic oriented. It is the umbrella body of registered consumer associations in Malaysia. FOMCA links the activities of consumers' associations in Malaysia and works together with the national and international levels towards strengthening consumer protection.

FOMCA's main concern is not only value for money but more so, value for people. FOMCA also promotes through the purchasing power of consumers a "need-oriented" development that will ensure socio-economic justice and environmental quality of life for all.

Objective 

FOMCA was formed primarily to:

• Strengthen the growth and spread of the organized consumer movement in Malaysia.
• Resolve consumer issues and promote the rights of consumers.
• Promote through the purchasing power of consumers a “need-oriented” development that will ensure socio-economic justice and environmental quality of life for all.
• Coordinate as an advisory body to all the other consumer organization in Malaysia.

Philosophy

FOMCA is not only a consumer body, it is also a development body.  FOMCA’s aim are:

• To create independence amongst consumers – “The Best Protection is Self Protection”."
• To create a wise, civic- minded society.

FOMCA practices: - 

1. Work in partnership with the government but not for government.
2. Work with the consumers but not for consumers.
3. Controlling exploitation and non-ethic practices in business and not against a responsible business practices

Role

FOMCA has the following roles:

1. Researching consumer issues and its implications on people
2. Promote and conduct consumer education.
3. Advocate for better consumer protection.
4. Where required, conduct product testing.