Expression of Interest: Y20 South Africa 2025 Working Groups: (Deadline 17 March 2025)

South Africa will host the Y20 Summit 2025 as part of its historic G20 Presidency, bringing together youth leaders from across the world to influence global policy. The Y20 Summit will focus on five key themes that align with South Africa’s G20 agenda and the African Union’s Agenda 2063.

This Expression of Interest (EOI) form invites youth-led and youth-focused organizations, civil society organizations (CSOs), and individuals to express their interest in participating in the Y20 Working Groups. These groups will play a crucial role in shaping discussions, policy recommendations, and advocacy efforts leading up to the Y20 Summit. By joining, participants will have the chance to influence global youth policy, address key issues affecting young people, and collaborate with others to ensure youth voices are heard in shaping the future. It’s an opportunity to be part of a collective effort for positive change.

Y20 Working Groups Themes

• Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability – Green Horizons: Leading a Just Energy Transition
• Inclusive Economic Growth and Employment – Pathways to Prosperity
• AI, Digital Innovation, Education & the Future of Work – Innovate to Elevate: Building Skills for Tomorrow
• Meaningful Youth Engagement & Reforming Multilateralism – A Just Future for Youth
• Inclusive Social Development & Addressing Inequality – Leaving No One Behind

Eligibility for Y20 South Africa

• Open to youth leaders, youth-led organisations, youth-focused CSOs, and experts passionate about the themes above.
• Be aged 18 – 35 (if applying as an individual).
• Have reliable internet connection: Pre-Summit meetings and Working Group discussions will be held online (unless otherwise indicated).

Application

The Y20 Steering Committee will carefully review all applications, and while they strive to accommodate as many participants as possible, selection will be based on eligibility, alignment with the summit’s objectives, and available capacity.

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