People in the Lead: A Citizens’ Track as a Legacy of the Global Mutirão and COP30
What if people—not just politicians—could shape the future of climate action?
This live panel explores how Brazil’s Global Mutirão could leave behind a lasting legacy: a permanent Citizens’ Track at the heart of the UN climate process.
Leaders and practitioners from across the climate and democracy space will unpack how the Global Citizens’ Assemblyconnects thousands of assemblies worldwide, transforming local voices into global influence. Drawing on real stories from Brazilian pilots, the discussion reveals how citizen deliberation delivers measurable impact across governance, learning, and solidarity.
Speakers:
Emmanuel Guerin – Fellow & Special Advisor, European Climate Foundation
David Levaï – Advocacy Director, Iswe
Lucas Veloso – Community Manager, Iswe
Maria Augusta Arruda – Senior Advisor, COP30 Presidency
Join us to imagine a future where citizen power becomes part of the COP process itself and find out how to help make it happen.