Committee descriptions
In this section, you'll find key information about each of our committees: topics, board of directors, and a brief description of their focus. These committees have been divided into the General Assembly , Economic and Social Councils ,
1. GENERAL ASSEMBLY:
UNICEF
United Nations Children's Fund
Topic:
a) Combat and address child labor in the global supply chain.
b) Facilitate national and international adoption systems and processes.
Board of Directors:
Description:
This plenary session will discuss two issues affecting vulnerable children: child trafficking and international adoption processes.
It is highlighted that approximately 28% of trafficking victims are children, which requires a coordinated response from states and organizations such as UNICEF and the ILO to protect their rights. Furthermore, the importance of the 1993 Hague Convention, which regulates intercountry adoptions and prioritizes the best interests of the child, is underscored. Despite these efforts, limitations persist that prevent the achievement of the objectives proposed by UNICEF and the international community. What are the main limitations facing efforts to protect children's rights in these areas?
UNEP
United Nations Environment Programme
Topic: Fighting the North Atlantic pollution slick.
Board of Directors:
Description: For more than 50 years, the oceans have received a variety of waste, including chemical, industrial, radioactive, and plastic waste, severely impacting the marine ecosystem and human safety. The UNEP committee will focus on the growing pollution of the North Atlantic, where the amount of plastic has tripled since the 1960s, accumulating between 14 and 47 million tons of plastic waste. This situation has presented a major challenge for the United Nations, as plastics and other pollutants can take centuries to decompose, affecting marine organisms such as corals and mammals that ingest plastic.
Combating this pollution requires international cooperation, which has been promoted from the 1972 London Convention to the recent 2022 resolution of the United Nations Environment Programme. However, a lack of transparency and contradictory policies have hampered progress. It is crucial that UNEP consolidate global commitment at the next meeting, focusing on innovation and understanding the challenges of the North Atlantic to find effective solutions and establish accountability among the countries and organizations involved.
DISEC
Commission on Disarmament and International Security
Topic:
a) Prevention of the proliferation of multinational criminal gangs and militias
b) Addressing corruption in sub-Saharan African states
Board of Directors:
Description: Organized crime is a multifaceted problem affecting countries around the world, encompassing activities such as human trafficking, arms trafficking, drug trafficking, and money laundering, creating networks that transcend borders and threaten peace and security. European mafias have increased their influence through cocaine trafficking from Latin America, while corruption undermines political and economic stability, facilitating crime and terrorism. The 2017 Corruption Perceptions Index singles out Sub-Saharan Africa as the worst-ranked region, reflecting popular dissatisfaction and the rise of coup movements. At its recent meeting in Vienna, the CCPCJ emphasized the need for international cooperation and technical assistance to combat organized crime and corruption, urging continued compliance with international standards and the development of appropriate policies to address these challenges.
2. ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL COUNCILS
IMF
International Monetary Fund
Topic: Building Frameworks for Financial Stability in Latin America
Chair:
Description :
One of the biggest concerns at the international level is the limitations that Latin America has in adapting to a globalized market. Latin America and the Caribbean represented 7.3% of global GDP, according to the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean; Therefore, there must be a promotion of sustainable policies that effectively involve these countries in the global economy actively.
Taking into account the above, Latin America is one of the regions with the most limitations in the transition from developing countries to emerging economies and developed countries, which places the region in an interesting scenario for the search for financial stability. Understanding the limitations that Latin America faces, there is a desire to foster a debate that develops new common policies that address the needs of these countries, recognizing the role of their external debt, their fight against organized crime, their transition to sustainable economies, and the public spending that most of these countries maintain. How can the International Monetary Fund generate realistic strategies to address the economic problems of these countries?
CCPCJ
Comisión de las Naciones Unidas sobre la Prevención del Delito y Justicia Penal
Topic:
a) Prevention of the proliferation of multinational criminal gangs and militias
b) Addressing corruption in sub-Saharan African states
Board of Directors:
Description:
Organized crime is a multifaceted problem affecting countries around the world, encompassing activities such as human trafficking, arms trafficking, drug trafficking, and money laundering, creating networks that transcend borders and threaten peace and security. European mafias have increased their influence through cocaine trafficking from Latin America, while corruption undermines political and economic stability, facilitating crime and terrorism. The 2017 Corruption Perceptions Index singles out Sub-Saharan Africa as the worst-ranked region, reflecting popular dissatisfaction and the rise of coup movements. At its recent meeting in Vienna, the CCPCJ emphasized the need for international cooperation and technical assistance to combat organized crime and corruption, urging continued compliance with international standards and the development of appropriate policies to address these challenges.
3. REGIONAL BODIES
NATO
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Tópic: NATO’s Structure (1950)
Chair:
Description: Created on April 4, 1949, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) represents the alliance formed by the United States, Canada, and Western European countries to establish a collective security system following World War II. Its primary purpose is to provide mutual defense for any member under attack, emphasizing the need for a strong structure that adapts to evolving global conflicts. NATO became involved in the Korean War in 1950 due to the spread of communism in Europe and a severe shortage of troops and equipment, leading to the establishment of an integrated military command structure with the first Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR) in December 1950 and the activation of the Supreme Allied Commander Atlantic (SACLANT) in 1952. As new conflicts emerge, NATO must continuously adapt to ensure the security and integrity of its members. A stable and coordinated structure is essential for addressing modern issues, making it the committee's responsibility to prepare for potential threats to their territories and implement appropriate measures to tackle them.
4. CRISIS AND SPECIALIZED COMMITTEES
SECURITY COUNCIL
United Nations Security Council
Topic: Assessment of the Status of China's Special Administrative Provinces (Futuristic - 2030)
Board of Directors:
Description: Beginning in 2030, an era of uncertainty begins for East Asia and the world, as China has emerged as the main global political reference, expanding its economic influence through the New Silk Road. However, its behavior causes tensions, especially in relation to Taiwan and the Special Administrative Regions. The formation of a new empire does not manifest itself in a classical way, but through political dependence and globalization. As the UN Security Council faces criticism over its effectiveness, the international community must unite to address crises that threaten global peace and stability, questioning whether economic stability will be prioritized over the principles of peace and security. Will the world once again ignore violations of the principles of peace and security in exchange for economic stability? Or, on the contrary, will states unite to respond?
BICAMERAL CHAMBER
Crisis Committee
Topic: Chamber of the Government of Turkey vs. Chamber of Separatists: Separation from the Ottoman Empire
Board of Directors:
Description: In January 1912, the Ottoman Empire, once the undisputed power of the Islamic world and a key player in European politics, is on the brink of collapse due to irreparable fractures that have weakened its structure for decades. Emerging nationalisms in the Balkans challenge its dominance, while expansionist European powers are ready to take advantage of its fragility.
Despite the restoration of the Constitution by the Young Turk Revolution in 1908, internal strife has weakened the state, and the Italo-Turkish War of 1911 demonstrated its inability to defend its provinces. The crisis intensified with the growing threat of conflict in the Balkans, where Serbia, Bulgaria, Montenegro, and Greece sought to expand their territory. Internally, the Ottoman government faced political paralysis and a weakened army, while the major European powers observed the situation with vested interests. The Ottoman Empire was on the brink of irreversible transformation. Can it stabilize before the Balkans erupted into war? Will it withstand the pressure of the European powers, or will it become a prize of their geopolitical competition?
