“Building collective ecosystemic engagement to advance children’s rights, resilience and wellbeing.”

Children in G20

The Children in G20 initiative is a collaborative effort driven by a coalition of Brazilian and international organisations dedicated to mainstreaming the wellbeing of children within the G20 agenda. This initiative is driven by the local civil society community in Brazil, but includes other esteemed organizations, such as Save the Children, Plan International, ChildFund Alliance and the Global Mental Health Action Network. 

Children in G20 event in New York, September 2024

On the occasion of the 79th United Nations General Assembly and the Summit of the Future, we organised an event in New York City, generously supported by the Child Mind Institute, to launch the Children in G20 Policy Pack and set the foundations for a path forward to institutionalise a children’s group at the G20. The aim is to launch the initiative during G20 Brazil with continuity into G20 South Africa next year, G20 USA in 2026, and beyond.

Current organizations supporting the Children in G20 initiative:

Key Outcomes:

  • Enhanced Global Focus on Child Rights: Elevate the importance of integrating child rights and mental health into global policy frameworks, particularly within the G20.

  • Strengthened Child and Youth Representation: Empower young people by providing them with platforms to participate meaningfully in decision-making processes that affect their futures.

  • Promotion of a Sustainable and Inclusive Agenda: Align child-focused recommendations with the G20’s priorities on social inclusion, climate action, and global governance reform, fostering a more equitable and resilient global society.

  • Increased Investment in Mental Health: Advocate for dedicated funding and innovative financing mechanisms to support mental health services for children and adolescents.