COMMITTEES IN SPANISH
SPECIAL COMMITTEES
LEVEL: NOVICE
The General Assembly is the principal deliberative organ of the United Nations, composed of all member states. Its main function is to serve as a global forum for member countries to discuss and make decisions on a wide range of international issues.
More specifically, the General Assembly plays several important roles. First, it acts as a venue for the 193 Member States to express their various views and concerns on global, regional and national issues, providing a platform for the exchange of ideas and the presentation of diverse perspectives. In addition, the General Assembly participates in the adoption of resolutions and decisions that may cover areas such as peace and international security, sustainable development , human rights, and economic and cultural cooperation.
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The role of the international community in promoting stability and sustainable development in the Sahel development
agreement at framework of UNCLOS on the Law of the Sea relating to the conservation and sustainable use of areas beyond national jurisdiction
LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
The League of Arab States, better known as the Arab League, was founded in Cairo on March 22, 1945 with the purpose to strengthen ties among Arab countries and coordinate their policies to promote their collective interests. Today it has 22 member countries that seek promote peace, stability and socio-economic development in the region, serving as a central forum for diplomacy and conflict resolution.
One of the biggest challenges to this mission statement has been the proliferation of nuclear weapons in the Middle East, which has altered power dynamics and has even been the cause of several conflicts between member countries, their neighbors and world powers. This committee seeks to find ways to de-escalate existing tensions in order to prevent further and intensified proliferation of nuclear weapons in the region.
LEVEL: COMMITTEE JR
The European committee is one of the fundamental institutions of the European Union (EU), formally established in 1974 as an intergovernmental forum for the heads of state or government of the Member States. Its origin goes back to the need for a place where European leaders could discuss and coordinate policies. With the Maastricht Treaty, it was recognized as an official EU institution, acquiring a crucial role in defining policy orientations and priorities of great relevance in the European Union.
goal Although it does not have legislative functions, the European committee has a profound influence on the direction taken by the European Union and its main purpose is toensure the cohesion and progress of the European project . Through summits, it deals with different strategic issues of the region such as foreign policy, Economics, security and climate change. The decisions it takes, although not legally binding, establish the framework for the work of the other EU institutions and guide the course of future policies, being an essential body for coordination and consensus among its Member States.
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Review of accession schemes: evaluation of Turkey and Ukraine as a member of the EU
Review of anti-terrorism measures in Europe
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The Malacca Maritime Dilemma: Addressing Threats in the Socioeconomic Crossroads of the Indo-Pacific Region
5 Years to Go: Reviewing the Feasibility of the 2030 diary in the Horn of Africa
LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) is one of the six main organs of the United Nations, which was established in 1945 under the Charter of the United Nations. It has the responsibility of promoting international cooperation and development in economic and social grounds globally. With the organ being made up of 54 member states that are elected by the General Assembly for a rotating period of three years, the ECOSOC was a pivotal platform to address multifaceted challenges on the global scale, with the aim of achieving world peace and stability.
In order to successfully fulfill their mission of working for economic and social development, the ECOSOC works with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to maintain a deep connection and knowledge of the reality and perspective of civil society. The essence of the ECOSOC cannot be exaggerated. It is the anchor of the United Nations' development structure, fostering the involvement of various specialized agencies, programs, and funding mechanisms in developing policies for the partner-economic challenges being addressed, and the monitoring of the advancement of member nations towards the implementation of the 2030 diary for Sustainable Development, which covers the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially in marginalized and economically-challenged communities.
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LEVEL: EXPERT
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) stands as one of the six principal organs of the United Nations, uniquely entrusted with maintaining global peace and security. This committee plays a pivotal role in decision-making on matters ranging from armed conflicts and humanitarian crises to emerging threats in today's complex geopolitical landscape.
The UNSC's founding in 1945 was a direct response to the grueling lessons of World War II. Its formation, along with the broader United Nations, aimed to prevent future catastrophes by creating a forum for diplomatic dialogue and collective security. The inaugural session of the Security Council on January 17, 1946, marked a historic milestone in international diplomacy and international relations globally.
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Pirate activity in the Gulf of Guinea
Assessing the role of the international community in regards to the Haitian crisis
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Ensuring the Right to Healthcare Access Among Refugees and Asylum Seekers
Promoting Responsible Information Sharing and Combating Disinformation
LEVEL: NOVICE
One of the main international initiatives to safeguard, advance, and promote human rights is the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC). The UNHRC, which was established on March 15, 2006, to replace the United Nations Commission on Human Rights, is a key international organization tasked with addressing breaches of human rights, facilitating dialogue, and developing recommendations to protect equality and human dignity for everyone. The UNHRC is made up of 47 member states that were chosen by the UN General Assembly using a procedure that aims for equitable geographical representation. Members can be re-elected after finishing their three-year tenure. By ensuring a variety of viewpoints and a fair representation of the world's regions, this composition strives to increase the legitimacy and efficiency of the council.
The United Nations Human Rights Council is a crucial international organization committed to promoting the fundamental ideals of justice, equality, and human dignity. The council works to promote a society where human rights are respected, safeguarded, and defended for all people, regardless of their background or circumstances, through its numerous procedures, conversations, and recommendations. Despite ongoing obstacles, the council's dedication to these principles is still a glimmer of hope for those who want to see a more fair and compassionate society.
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LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) is a military alliance formed in 1949 by 12 Western countries, including the United States, Canada, and several European nations. Its primary responsibility is to provide collective defense against aggression, ensuring the security of its member states through political and military means. In the aftermath of the Second World War, these nations established NATO with the goal of opposing Soviet influence, including the Warsaw Pact and the Soviet military presence in Central and Eastern Europe.
Furthermore, NATO is defined by Article 5 of the North Atlantic Treaty, which gained significance after the fall of the Soviet Union. The alliance then repurposed itself as a cooperative security organization, aiming to foster communication with former Warsaw Pact members while managing conflicts in regions like the Balkans or Eastern Europe.
Today, NATO is composed of 32 countries and has formed numerous alliances with non-member nations, extending its influence and reach. As a cornerstone of global security, NATO plays a pivotal role in shaping the stability of the world today and safeguarding the future.
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Evaluating NATO's Role and Challenges as a Counterterrorism Actor
Addressing defensive strategies in response to Hybrid Warfare strategies
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LEVEL: EXPERT
Conceived specifically as an organ destined to resolve disputes between States that accept its jurisdiction (either through the signature of its Statute or through other methods such as compromise, forum prorogatum, etc.), the ICJ's jurisprudence has come to form an important source of International Public Law, as well established in article 38 of its Statute.
Beyond the famous Lotus case decided by its predecessor in 1927, the International Court has issued judgments both in contentious proceedings, binding the parties to the trial (such as the Nicaragua case in 1986 or Nottebohm in 1955) and in advisory proceedings (The Palestinian Wall in 2004 or Nuclear Weapons in 1996), which, despite their obvious limitations (focusing only on States, limited jurisdiction, impossibility of enforcing judgments by force) continue to be widely cited in all international law rule .
With 15 judges elected by both the General Assembly and the committee Security Council, judging or considering a case before the ICJ means being before the most prestigious court in the world, which only judges after passing strict admissibility criteria, and whose rulings are closely followed by the entire world.
LEVEL: EXPERT
The crisis committee is a special modality of the United Nations model that is distinguished from the rest of the committees by an important particularity: the urgency that characterizes the topic to be dealt with. In modality of crisis, we observe changes both to the parliamentary procedure , which is considerably expedited, as well as to the capacity of the delegates to impact the resolution of the conflict. In crises, it is not only the value of words that matters, but also that they are backed up by actions.
This year, the historical crisis committee will deal with the Spanish Civil War. Over the course of three days, delegates will represent various sides and their interests in the conflict that devastated the Iberian Peninsula in the second half of the 1930s. At stake will be the power to rewrite the country's future; not only a potentially different outcome to the civil war, but also how Spain would fit on the chessboard of international politics shortly before the outbreak of World War II.
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The Press Corps offers delegates a unique opportunity to gain experience internship by reporting on the proceedings of committee and producing breaking news and feature stories. In this role, each delegate will assume the identity of a different media outlet, such as the BBC, the New York Times or Al Jazeera. Their task will be to convey the perspectives and viewpoints of their respective publications. Using a variety of tools, including social media, delegates will disseminate their journalistic work to the general public.
Over the course of the weekend, delegates will conduct a journalistic work to develop articles that will become part of the UNMUN press, representing the critical role of the media in documenting and shaping the news as we understand it today. As journalists, they will be held to rigorous standards of professionalism and serve as a vital bridge between those in positions of authority and the general public. In the case of press conferences, delegates will be challenged to formulate relevant and concise questions for the participants of committee, contributing to the creation of well-informed reports.
