YOUTH DIALOGUE AND MULTILATERAL NEGOTIATIONS SIMULATION IN PREPARATION FOR G20 AND UNFCCC COP 30

Youth Dialogue & G20 Simulation Workshop

Date: Saturday, 4 October 2025
Time: 08:30 – 16:30
Venue: The Capital Hotel, Pretoria

Overview

The Presidential Climate Commission, in partnership with LCOY South Africa and with generous support from the European Union 🇪🇺, is proud to host the Youth Dialogue & G20 Simulation Workshop — a dynamic, full-day simulation designed to strengthen youth engagement in global climate policy processes.

This unique workshop brings together young climate leaders from across South Africa to step into the roles of international negotiators, practicing real-world diplomacy in the lead-up to two major global events:

• The G20 Leaders' Summit in Johannesburg

• COP30 in Belém, Brazil

Workshop Themes

Participants will engage in interactive sessions and a high-level negotiation simulation focused on:

• Climate diplomacy & multilateral negotiations
• International cooperation for sustainable development
• Youth-led solutions for a just transition

This event aims to bridge the gap between grassroots climate action and global decision-making, equipping youth with the tools, insights, and confidence to participate meaningfully in international forums.

Strategic Importance

This workshop takes place at a critical moment in the global climate calendar. As host nations of key multilateral events in 2025, South Africa and Brazil are aligning their climate and development agendas — creating a unique opportunity for youth to engage with real-world policy dynamics and contribute to shaping a just, inclusive future.

Part of a Global Youth Movement

This initiative is hosted under the banner of LCOY South Africa 2025 and is:

• An official cycle partner of Urban 20 (U20)
• Endorsed by the Youth 20 (Y20)
• Part of YOUNGO, the official youth constituency to the UNFCCC

Why It Matters

Youth are not just future leaders — they are leaders today. This platform strengthens youth climate leadership, enhances policy literacy, and fosters international collaboration at a time when global solidarity is more crucial than ever.

Get Involved

If you're a young climate leader, student, or changemaker passionate about global climate justice — this is your opportunity to engage, learn, and lead.

Let’s elevate youth voices in climate negotiations and build a sustainable, inclusive future — together.