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Engagement groups

Engagement groups are independent, non-government bodies that provide annual recommendations to the G7. They help ensure that G7 discussions are well-informed and consider the perspectives of diverse stakeholders. They often hold their own meetings in the months leading up to the G7 Leaders’ Summit and issue communiqués.

G7 engagement groups

Business 7 is the G7 platform for dialogue with the international business community, bringing together business leaders and organizations from G7 members. Its main goal is to provide recommendations on the business environment, international trade and investment.

Civil Society 7 brings together delegates from among G7 members and developing countries. Its main goal is to amplify the voices of global civil society and present recommendations to address key international issues, including but not limited to climate action, humanitarian assistance and sustainable development.

Labour 7 brings together heads of labour organizations from G7 members and beyond. Its main role is to bring the concerns and perspectives of workers and labour unions into global economic and social policy discussions in the G7.

Science 7 brings together the leading science academies from G7 members. Its main goal is to provide the G7 leaders with expert, science-driven recommendations on addressing pressing global challenges.

Think 7 is a group of leading think tanks from G7 members and beyond, including experts from different fields. Their expertise is conveyed to G7 leaders through reports, position papers and policy recommendations, offering guidance and potential solutions.

Women 7 is a group of feminist organizations and civil society advocacy groups. Its goal is to ensure that G7 leaders adopt concrete political and financial commitments that have a tangible, lasting and transformative impact on women’s and girls’ lives everywhere.

Youth 7 brings together youth delegates from all G7 members. Its main goal is to ensure that the G7's discussions and policy decisions reflect young people’s needs, values and priorities.