The Make Listening Safe (MLS) Workstream is a global collaborative platform working under the World Hearing Organization (WHO) Make Listening Safe Initiative. Our membership includes 139 international experts representing academic and government institutions, manufactures, and advocacy organizations who are committed to protecting hearing health and preventing hearing loss due to unsafe listening practices.
Our Mission
Create a world where nobody’s hearing is put in danger due to unsafe listening.
Our Goals
Raise awareness and advocate for safe listening practices.
Promote the adoption and implementation of the WHO-ITU safe listening standards.
Why Safe Listening Matters
Unsafe exposure to high sound levels through personal audio devices, concerts, festivals, and other recreational settings can lead to irreversible hearing damage if left unaddressed.
Raise awareness about the importance of safe listening
Share reliable, evidence-based guidance
Promote global standards that protect hearing health
Leadership
Our Team
he Make Listening Safe Workstream is guided by dedicated leaders committed to advancing safe listening globally.
Co-Chair
Chucri
2026
Co-Chair
Aderinola
2026
Past Co-Chair
Katya
2024–2026
Past Co-Chair
Lidia
2024–2026