The theme of this special session is titled “Please Kindly Listen to Us”: Messages for G20 Leaders from Civil Societies Around the World” reflects South Africa’s G20 theme of “Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability”.

Too often, civil society voices are relegated to advisory tracks such as the C20, with their recommendations overlooked in leaders’ communiqués and their role reduced to symbolism. This session seeks to amplifying civil society voices within the G20 process, underscoring the need for inclusive dialogue and a more representative agenda that reflects the concerns of global society.