DECO's new governing bodies took office on Wednesday, September 9th, beginning the mandate for the 2026-2028 term. The ceremony officially marked the transition to the new leadership of the consumer protection association.
The new Board will be presided over by João Nabais, who leads a team described as solid and plural, bringing together individuals with extensive experience and knowledge in consumer defense. This Board is prepared to strengthen DECO and bring it even closer to consumers, members, partners and stakeholders.
João Nabais stated that the new governing bodies assume as a priority the strengthening of the associative movement and the strengthening of the Association in responding to current challenges, marked by digitalization, Artificial Intelligence, climate change and new forms of economic and social inequality.
DECO considers this event a decisive step to consolidate its mission and promote new strategic lines and projects that reinforce the protection and empowerment of consumers in Portugal.




