About the Event
In the context of Brazil's presidency of the G20 in 2024, the Brazilian Federal Supreme Court is hosting the J20 – Summit of Heads of Supreme Courts and Constitutional Courts of G20 members. The J20 aims to foster the exchange of ideas and initiatives concerning legal topics of relevance in our contemporary landscape, thereby establishing a global forum for constitutional jurisdiction bodies. Additionally, it strives to promote multilateral and bilateral cooperation projects.
Location and date
Rio de Janeiro, from May 12th to May 14th, 2024.
Themes and discussion points
- The promotion of citizenship and social inclusion by the Judiciary
- How can the Judiciary meet increasing societal demands for a more accessible and inclusive justice? What strategies can be implemented to enhance judicial processes and make them more responsive to societal needs?
- In what ways can Constitutional Justice contribute to promoting social inclusion, upholding the principle of equality, and strengthening the Rule of Law?
- How can the Judiciary address systemic barriers to access to justice for vulnerable individuals and groups? What measures can be taken to bolster public trust in legal institutions and promote more active citizen participation in the administration of justice?
- Climate litigation and sustainable development
- What is the current landscape of climate-related litigation and ecological protection? What challenges exist in utilizing legal avenues to drive climate security, and how can these challenges be addressed through the judicial system?
- How can the Judiciary contribute to the implementation and oversight of policies promoting sustainable economic development and environmental preservation? What are the limitations of judicial action in this field?
- What role does the Judiciary play in balancing economic development interests with environmental conservation within the legal system? How can the Judiciary encourage innovative legal approaches to address climate change and promote sustainable practices?
- Digital transformation and the use of technology to enhance judicial efficiency
- What are the main opportunities, impacts, and challenges associated with implementing new technologies, such as generative artificial intelligence, to enhance the efficiency of judicial processes? How to ensure transparency, protection of personal data, compliance with ethical principles, and mitigation of risks and biases in using these tools? What are the best practices in using technology to bring more agility and efficiency to the judicial system without compromising justice and due process?
- How can the Judiciary adapt and innovate in response to the rapid evolution of technology, especially in the context of legal proceedings and judicial administration?
- What role does the Judiciary play in combating disinformation campaigns that affect the delivery of justice? How can the Judiciary protect the integrity of legal and judicial information?
