2023 Y20 Final Report
Overview
The Youth 20 (Y20) Summit, as part of the G20 summit process, is a pivotal platform where youth delegates from G20 economies collaborate to develop policy recommendations for global leaders. The 2023 summit, hosted by India, focused on themes such as the Future of Work, Peacebuilding, Climate Change, Youth in Governance, and Health, Wellbeing, and Sports. Managed by Young Diplomats of Canada (YDC), the Canadian delegation played a significant role in shaping the summit's outcomes.
Highlights
Pre-Summit and Final Summit Experiences: Pre-Summit and Final Summit Experiences: The Canadian delegation actively participated in both the Pre-Summit, held in Leh, Ladakh from April 26-28, 2023, and the Final Summit, which took place in Varanasi, India from August 17-20, 2023. These events offered a blend of policy discussions and cultural immersion, providing a comprehensive understanding of global youth priorities across the G20.
Negotiation and Policy Development: Delegates engaged in rigorous policy analysis and negotiations, contributing significantly to the Y20 communiqué. The process involved virtual and in-person discussions, focusing on consensus-building across diverse socio-economic realities and priorities.
Engagement, Outreach, and Advocacy: The Canadian delegation's approach was rooted in inclusivity and diversity. Extensive research, consultations, and stakeholder mapping were conducted to ensure that the voices of Canadian youth were accurately and effectively represented.
Guiding Principles and Policy Framework: The delegation adhered to core principles such as inclusive consultation, diversity in decision-making, and equity impact assessment, ensuring that the advocacy conducted by Canadian youth was aligned with our core values of diversity and inclusion.
Post-Summit Advocacy: Following the summit, the delegation has been actively involved in advocating for the adoption and implementation of the Y20 communiqué's policy recommendations at the national level.
Up Next
In the next phase of our journey, the Canadian delegation is dedicated to expanding our advocacy efforts following the Y20 Summit. Our plan includes revisiting all the organizations and leaders we initially consulted with, aiming to amplify the Y20 communiqué's message and share strategies on how they can effectively leverage it. Additionally, we will be engaging in publishing op-eds, participating in media interviews, and actively using social media to spread key insights and developments. By maintaining collaborative relationships with stakeholders and other Y20 delegations, we aim to promote the communiqué and advocate for the voices and perspectives of global youth. Our commitment is to drive meaningful change and ensure the successful implementation of the summit's policy recommendations.