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Featured Committees

BEGINNER COUNCILS

Chairs: Sander Day, Aastha Sethy

Topic 1: Examining the right to development in developing countries

Topic 2: Evaluating child marriage and child marriage laws globall

​The Social, Humanitarian, and Cultural Committee (SOCHUM) is one of the UN General Assembly's main committees, focusing on social, humanitarian, and cultural issues. It addresses human rights, social development, and cultural preservation, promoting the rights of women, children, and marginalized groups. SOCHUM fosters international cooperation to enhance policies aimed at improving global well-being and social justice.

Chairs: Andrew Zeng, Vanessa Chan

Topic 1: Addressing the Global Issue of Statelessnes

Topic 2: Addressing the issue of Environmental Racism

The United Nations General Assembly is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations. It serves as its main deliberative, policymaking, and representative organ. It receives reports from other parts of the UN system, making recommendations through resolutions.

SOCHUM

ECOSOC

Chairs: Ines Baud, Angelina Au Yueng

Topic 1: Addressing Overpopulation in Africa and its Economic and Social Implications

Topic 2: Addressing income disparities and increasing access to financial services to promote equitable development in Africa

The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) is a key UN organ that coordinates the economic and social work of 15 specialized agencies and commissions. It focuses on promoting sustainable development, addressing social issues like poverty and education, and fostering international economic cooperation. ECOSOC plays a vital role in shaping global policies and facilitating dialogue among member states and stakeholders to advance economic and social progress.

Chairs: Alicia Leung, Kayle Ho

Topic 1: The Prevalence Of Drug Trafficking

Topic 2: Mitigating The Impact Of The Opioid Epidemic

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is an agency focused on combating drugs, crime, and terrorism. It promotes international cooperation, assists member states in addressing drug trafficking and organized crime, and supports the implementation of relevant UN conventions. UNODC also conducts research and provides policy guidance to enhance global security and justice.

INTERMEDIATE COUNCILS

Chairs: Alco Chan, Anne Ellis

Topic 1: Discussing the ethical and social implications of the emergence of novel medical technologies

Topic 2: Assessing the considerations to harnessing frontier technologies in sustainable development

Specially chosen for VSAMUNXIV to fit the theme of "Catalyst".

The Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CSTD) advises the UN Economic and Social Council on leveraging science and technology for sustainable development. It promotes innovation, addresses the digital divide, and facilitates dialogue among member states to shape policies that support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Chairs: Ian Poon, Isaac Chan

Topic 1: Addressing the Refugee Crisis Arising from the Darién Gap 

Topic 2:  Discussing the Northwest Passage and its Implications for Global Security

The Disarmament and International Security Committee (DISEC), also known as the First Committee of the UN General Assembly, focuses on issues related to disarmament, global security, and arms control. It addresses challenges such as nuclear disarmament, conventional weapons, and the prevention of armed conflict. DISEC facilitates discussions among member states to promote international peace and security through cooperation, negotiation, and the formulation of treaties.

Chairs: Rose Lyden, Ann Ann Leung

Topic 1: Responding to 'Equilibrium' Within Northern Ireland

Topic 2: Reassessing EU’s Role as the Liberal International Order

The European Union (EU) Committee at the United Nations represents the collective interests of EU member states in UN discussions and negotiations. It focuses on promoting peace, security, human rights, and sustainable development while addressing global challenges such as climate change, migration, and humanitarian crises. The EU Committee works to enhance cooperation between the EU and the UN, ensuring that the EU's policies and priorities are reflected in international deliberations and initiatives.

ADVANCE COUNCILS

Chairs: Alexander Nolens-Liu, Kush Zingade

Topic 1: Addressing the ongoing territorial Kashmir conflict

The Security Council (SC) is one of the six main organs of the United Nations, responsible for maintaining international peace and security. It has the authority to make binding decisions on member states, including imposing sanctions and authorizing the use of force to address threats to peace. The Security Council comprises 15 members, including five permanent members with veto power, and it plays a crucial role in conflict resolution, peacekeeping operations, and addressing global security challenges.

Chairs: Ethan Lam, Chenming Song, Jay So

Topic 1: The Secession Crisis of 1860-61

The United Nations Special Committee on the Situation with regard to the Implementation of the Declaration on the Granting of Independence to Colonial Countries and Peoples (USS) focuses on decolonization issues. It addresses the rights of people in non-self-governing territories, promotes self-determination, and provides recommendations to enhance the well-being of affected populations in line with the UN Declaration on Decolonization.

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