Press briefing: NGOs offer perspective on G20

Los Cabos, MEXICO (June 17, 2012) —

What:		As G20 leaders meet to discuss issues including Europe’s financial crisis, economic growth, jobs, food security and climate change, hear from leading NGOs on how to ease the plight of the world’s poorest populations. NGOs will outline their priorities and expectations for the summit including ensuring that the G20’s approach to growth is inclusive and sustainable, and addresses food security & nutrition.
Where:		HOLA Grand Faro Hotel, Room J, Just Upstairs From Media Center Room A
When:		June 18, 9:30-10:00 a.m. MDT
Who:		Experts from InterAction, CAFOD, Bond, ActionAid, Oxfam, Save the Children, GCAP South Korea, Partnership for Maternal and Newborn and Child Health, and World Vision will be available for interviews and/or on-camera comment
Contact:		Holly Frew (World Vision) +1.202.596.8509 Patricia Brooks (InterAction) +1.202.351.1757

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About World Vision:
World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families, and their communities worldwide reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. We serve the world's poor — regardless of religion, race, ethnicity or gender. For more information on their efforts, visit WorldVision.org/press or follow them on Twitter at @WorldVisionNews