For the first time since the C20 was established, there is no structured mechanism at the G20 for the public to be heard.

The 2026 G20 presidency has eliminated civil society engagement groups for the first time since 2013.

The Shadow C20 is a global coalition working to ensure the public interest is represented when world leaders set the agenda.

We’re building a global coalition to ensure the public has a voice at this year's G20, bringing together civil society organizations that have shaped C20 policy to draft and publish a civil society statement before the 2026 Leaders' Summit.

The Summit will produce commitments governments cite for years. We intend to ensure those commitments reflect the public interest.