As is the case in all General Assemblies, there will be a dialogue between representatives of civil society organizations and other actors with Heads of Delegation, the Secretary General and Assistant Secretary General within the framework of the 54th OAS General Assembly.

Resolution CP/RES. 759 (1217/99) "Guidelines for the Participation of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in the OAS" defines CSOs as "any national or international institution, organization or entity composed of natural or juridical persons of a non-governmental nature". There are three mechanisms for CSO participation in OAS meetings. One is to attend meetings of the General Assembly, the Permanent Council, the Inter-American Council for Integral Development (CIDI), or other specialized conferences of the OAS, upon request and registration.

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The OAS recognizes the key value of civil society in the promotion of human rights, sustainable development and peace in the region, promoting democratic values and contributing to the construction of a more just and prosperous future in the region.

Their participation in the General Assemblies of the OAS, representing a great diversity of voices, encourages the decisions taken to reflect the real needs of the communities and contribute to the construction of inclusive and effective policies.