In a groundbreaking move, the first-ever G20 Social Summit wrapped up in Rio de Janeiro this weekend, setting the stage for next week's high-stakes G20 leaders' gathering. Over 500 representatives from NGOs, youth groups, and grassroots organizations rallied for policies addressing inequality, climate action, and digital access gaps. ๐ฃ๏ธ๐ฑ
Why This Matters: For the first time, demands from marginalized communitiesโincluding Indigenous groups and gig economy workersโwill directly shape the G20's official agenda. The summit's final document highlights urgent calls for affordable AI education and green job programs. ๐ก๐
What's Next: As world leaders prepare to meet, all eyes are on whether they'll adopt proposals like the \"Global Youth Skills Compact\" aimed at bridging the digital divide. With 65% of Gen Z saying international policies don't reflect their needs, this could be a turning point. ๐๐
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Social groups urge G20 to consider needs of people from all groups
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