Committees
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General Assembly Committees
CSW
In a world where gender equality is still an unfinished task, the Commission of the Status of Women asks delegates to tackle the most pressing issues in our time. At the current moment, millions of women and girls are facing barriers in classrooms and public work areas that limit their potential. In this committee, delegates will tackle the urgent need for equitable access to education by addressing financial troubles, early marriage, and child labor. Delegates will work to craft solutions that will empower girls worldwide. As the Committee on the Status of Women, they will be able to confront gender disparities in the work environment, unpaid labor, and the lack of representation of women in STEM and entrepreneurship.
DISEC
As the world inches closer and closer to destruction, the recent and rapid development of Artificial Intelligence has quickly been applied to matters of warfare by nations around the globe while at least 5 of the 9 nuclear armed nations have gone to war in the last 2 years alongside various deadly proxy conflicts. At this pivotal moment, DISEC, the First Committee of the United Nations General Assembly, is the only committee addressing these pressing concerns that have filled the minds of billions over the last few years. Now, the impetus has now fallen upon the members of this committee to find a solution to these various crises before it is too late.
ECOFIN
Explore issues pertaining to fast fashion and climate change through the lens of the United Nations Economic and Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN). ECOFIN addresses an array of concerns, including international trade, financial systems, and economic growth. Through our committee this year at HMUNC, we will discuss how we can fund sustainable fashion supply chains and a global green transition. Currently, many of us rely on fast fashion; however, this poses us with the choice of sustainability or accessibility. Additionally, nations continue to utilize unsustainable practices that propagate climate change, which remains a critical concern for ECOFIN. During our committee we will discuss these issues and solutions on how we can address these challenges.
UNOOSA
The United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs committee, UNOOSA, will discuss the modern day issues on the peaceful exploration and utilization of outer space. The two major topics this committee will be considering are preventing an arms space race and the protection of celestial bodies. In the first topic, delegates will investigate the subjects of increased militarization, the dangers of anti-satellite weapons, and the potential race among nations for superiority. In the second topic, delegates will discuss how to protect the celestial bodies from harm due to contamination, misuse, or destruction. Through this experience, delegates will further understand the need for cooperation and effective regulation in space.
Specialized Committees
Avatar: The Last Airbender
Set after the Hundred Year War, this Avatar The Last Airbender committee is tasked with rebuilding a devastated world, and guiding this reconstruction in order to adjust to the changes made in the last hundred years. Delegates will be tasked with political reform, resolving military tensions, and restoring the trust between the nations, all while dealing with new issues on the ground. The fragile peace between the nations lies in your hands, and if threatened, there is no doubt Avatar Aang will intervene.
Gulf War
It’s the 1990s, and as the Cold War has cooled down, it would seem that the East and the West have come to terms with one another. But the effects of the Age of Imperialism can still be felt through the recent crisis in which Saddam Hussein has invaded Iraq’s neighboring nation, Kuwait. Given the unusual opportunity of global unity, the United Nations must find a way to rapidly resolve the conflict as one body… via all necessary means.
Jujutsu Kaisen
What the hell is happening in Shibuya? On October 31st, a veil mysteriously descended upon Shibuya, trapping all non-sorcerers within. Before long, curses began rampaging through the city. Satoru Gojo arrived on scene, only for the impossible to happen—the world’s strongest sorcerer was sealed. As Jujutsu sorcerers, the task of taking care of Shibuya now falls on your shoulders. Secure the perimeters. Exorcise any curses. Defeat the curse users. Ensure no excess civilian deaths. Find your role in the midst of this sorcerer vs curse war.
Joint Crisis Committee
Breakup of Yugoslavia (West)
Join the western side of the Yugoslavia JCC and reshape a crumbling Yugoslavia into a new vision. Set in the 1990s, the Soviet Union has just collapsed and communist institutions across the globe are now brought into serious question. Internal tensions have erupted within Yugoslavia as a push against communism takes hold. Simultaneously, delegates must confront pressing issues surrounding human rights violations, ethnic cleansing, and international involvement. Working together as the western bloc, delegates will have to navigate the reinvention of a nation, striving to dismantle an oppressive communist regime while upholding the security of both their civilian’s freedom and well being.
Breakup of Yugoslavia (East)
In 1991, with ethnic tensions rising and the presence of Serbian nationalism increasing, Yugoslavia - a land once full of diverse nations, languages, and religion, is now in chaos as several republics start breaking away and calling for independence. Our goal as the Eastern side is to keep the county together, however there is sure to be disagreements as well as unpredictable actions from the Western republics. What will happen to the future of Yugoslavia?
Crisis Committees
30 Years' War
"In summa: the devil in hell could not have done worse." These were the words of Peter Thiele, a mere town clerk who bore witness to the horrors of the Thirty Years' War. With an estimated 4-8 million total mortalities caused by various factors such as battle, disease, and famine, this war would soon become one of the deadliest conflicts in European history. Following the 2nd Defenestration of Prague, the stability of Central Europe has been severely threatened. Protestant nobles in Bohemia rallied around Frederick V of Palatinate, while Emperor Ferdinand II prepared to reassert control against the “heretics” within his confederation. This conflict is not merely isolated in Bohemia, however. All across Europe, major powers, whether looking to secure power for themselves or push their own secret agendas, are beginning to take interest in this situation. The fate of the Holy Roman Empire—and potentially the whole of Europe—now hangs in a balance. One single wrong move may lead to vast butterfly effects, redefining Europe as we know it for generations to come. It is up to you, to determine the right path forward through the uncertainty of political maneuvering and military action. What choices would you make, delegate?
Annexation of Texas
It's February 1836. 4 months ago, your fellow Texans initiated a rebellion as they fought to secure their way of life, rejecting the changes Mexico sought to implement. The Alamo was converted into a makeshift fort, with modifications being made over the past months to accommodate a defense. As expected, your stronghold hears word of Mexican Commander Santa Anna's fast approach, with thousands of his troops in tow. Despite this, you and your fellow defenders, numbering in the mere hundreds, have come to be severely undersupplied and undermanned as the Texan military command struggles to orient itself. Steel yourselves against the odds and prepare to defend the Alamo stronghold, for the successful defense of the Alamo will mean the successful defense of Texas as a whole.
Bridgerton
Inspired by the world of Bridgerton, this crisis committee places you at the center of the power struggle within London’s elite. Confront the growing unrest of the London Common People Association, navigate dangerous foreign interference from Prussia, and climb the social ladder, all while uncovering traitors hidden among you. In a world of shifting loyalties and quiet schemes, every move matters. After all, all is fair in love and war... and in this committee.
Chicago Gang Wars
Welcome to the fast and dangerous world of 1920s Chicago. Here you'll find a city where gang members are as powerful as politicians, and the only ones who dare stand up to them are prohibitionists. Delegates will have the chance to represent key players in the ever complex crime scene of Chicago's prohibition era while working to broaden their influence in this notorious city. Through crisis updates and fast paced debate, delegates must respond to escalating conflicts, negotiating with rivals, and the inevitable violence here in America's most notorious criminal landscape.
Tiananmen Square Massacre
As the world is about to finish the decade of the 1980s, all eyes are on China. With the death of Mao, yielding Deng Xiaoping as the new chairman and the massive economic boom of the People's republic, the Party was on track to propel China into a new position of prosperity and success. Yet, the chairman knows that problems exist both internally and externally. A faltering northern ally in the USSR, factionalism within the party itself, and a new rise of student advocacy and resistance to the regime that could prove fatal. The culmination of tensions in the "Tiananmen Square Incident" has proven how fragile the balance is. Delegates must navigate the crossroads of geopolitics and ever changing alliances if they wish to save China... or doom her.
CSW
In a world where gender equality is still an unfinished task, the Commission of the Status of Women asks delegates to tackle the most pressing issues in our time. At the current moment, millions of women and girls are facing barriers in classrooms and public work areas that limit their potential. In this committee, delegates will tackle the urgent need for equitable access to education by addressing financial troubles, early marriage, and child labor. Delegates will work to craft solutions that will empower girls worldwide. As the Committee on the Status of Women, they will be able to confront gender disparities in the work environment, unpaid labor, and the lack of representation of women in STEM and entrepreneurship.
DISEC
As the world inches closer and closer to destruction, the recent and rapid development of Artificial Intelligence has quickly been applied to matters of warfare by nations around the globe while at least 5 of the 9 nuclear armed nations have gone to war in the last 2 years alongside various deadly proxy conflicts. At this pivotal moment, DISEC, the First Committee of the United Nations General Assembly, is the only committee addressing these pressing concerns that have filled the minds of billions over the last few years. Now, the impetus has now fallen upon the members of this committee to find a solution to these various crises before it is too late.
ECOFIN
Explore issues pertaining to fast fashion and climate change through the lens of the United Nations Economic and Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN). ECOFIN addresses an array of concerns, including international trade, financial systems, and economic growth. Through our committee this year at HMUNC, we will discuss how we can fund sustainable fashion supply chains and a global green transition. Currently, many of us rely on fast fashion; however, this poses us with the choice of sustainability or accessibility. Additionally, nations continue to utilize unsustainable practices that propagate climate change, which remains a critical concern for ECOFIN. During our committee we will discuss these issues and solutions on how we can address these challenges.
UNOOSA
The United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs committee, UNOOSA, will discuss the modern day issues on the peaceful exploration and utilization of outer space. The two major topics this committee will be considering are preventing an arms space race and the protection of celestial bodies. In the first topic, delegates will investigate the subjects of increased militarization, the dangers of anti-satellite weapons, and the potential race among nations for superiority. In the second topic, delegates will discuss how to protect the celestial bodies from harm due to contamination, misuse, or destruction. Through this experience, delegates will further understand the need for cooperation and effective regulation in space.
Specialized Committees
Avatar: The Last Airbender
Set after the Hundred Year War, this Avatar The Last Airbender committee is tasked with rebuilding a devastated world, and guiding this reconstruction in order to adjust to the changes made in the last hundred years. Delegates will be tasked with political reform, resolving military tensions, and restoring the trust between the nations, all while dealing with new issues on the ground. The fragile peace between the nations lies in your hands, and if threatened, there is no doubt Avatar Aang will intervene.
Gulf War
It’s the 1990s, and as the Cold War has cooled down, it would seem that the East and the West have come to terms with one another. But the effects of the Age of Imperialism can still be felt through the recent crisis in which Saddam Hussein has invaded Iraq’s neighboring nation, Kuwait. Given the unusual opportunity of global unity, the United Nations must find a way to rapidly resolve the conflict as one body… via all necessary means.
Jujutsu Kaisen
What the hell is happening in Shibuya? On October 31st, a veil mysteriously descended upon Shibuya, trapping all non-sorcerers within. Before long, curses began rampaging through the city. Satoru Gojo arrived on scene, only for the impossible to happen—the world’s strongest sorcerer was sealed. As Jujutsu sorcerers, the task of taking care of Shibuya now falls on your shoulders. Secure the perimeters. Exorcise any curses. Defeat the curse users. Ensure no excess civilian deaths. Find your role in the midst of this sorcerer vs curse war.
Joint Crisis Committee
Breakup of Yugoslavia (West)
Join the western side of the Yugoslavia JCC and reshape a crumbling Yugoslavia into a new vision. Set in the 1990s, the Soviet Union has just collapsed and communist institutions across the globe are now brought into serious question. Internal tensions have erupted within Yugoslavia as a push against communism takes hold. Simultaneously, delegates must confront pressing issues surrounding human rights violations, ethnic cleansing, and international involvement. Working together as the western bloc, delegates will have to navigate the reinvention of a nation, striving to dismantle an oppressive communist regime while upholding the security of both their civilian’s freedom and well being.
Breakup of Yugoslavia (East)
In 1991, with ethnic tensions rising and the presence of Serbian nationalism increasing, Yugoslavia - a land once full of diverse nations, languages, and religion, is now in chaos as several republics start breaking away and calling for independence. Our goal as the Eastern side is to keep the county together, however there is sure to be disagreements as well as unpredictable actions from the Western republics. What will happen to the future of Yugoslavia?
Crisis Committees
30 Years' War
"In summa: the devil in hell could not have done worse." These were the words of Peter Thiele, a mere town clerk who bore witness to the horrors of the Thirty Years' War. With an estimated 4-8 million total mortalities caused by various factors such as battle, disease, and famine, this war would soon become one of the deadliest conflicts in European history. Following the 2nd Defenestration of Prague, the stability of Central Europe has been severely threatened. Protestant nobles in Bohemia rallied around Frederick V of Palatinate, while Emperor Ferdinand II prepared to reassert control against the “heretics” within his confederation. This conflict is not merely isolated in Bohemia, however. All across Europe, major powers, whether looking to secure power for themselves or push their own secret agendas, are beginning to take interest in this situation. The fate of the Holy Roman Empire—and potentially the whole of Europe—now hangs in a balance. One single wrong move may lead to vast butterfly effects, redefining Europe as we know it for generations to come. It is up to you, to determine the right path forward through the uncertainty of political maneuvering and military action. What choices would you make, delegate?
Annexation of Texas
It's February 1836. 4 months ago, your fellow Texans initiated a rebellion as they fought to secure their way of life, rejecting the changes Mexico sought to implement. The Alamo was converted into a makeshift fort, with modifications being made over the past months to accommodate a defense. As expected, your stronghold hears word of Mexican Commander Santa Anna's fast approach, with thousands of his troops in tow. Despite this, you and your fellow defenders, numbering in the mere hundreds, have come to be severely undersupplied and undermanned as the Texan military command struggles to orient itself. Steel yourselves against the odds and prepare to defend the Alamo stronghold, for the successful defense of the Alamo will mean the successful defense of Texas as a whole.
Bridgerton
Inspired by the world of Bridgerton, this crisis committee places you at the center of the power struggle within London’s elite. Confront the growing unrest of the London Common People Association, navigate dangerous foreign interference from Prussia, and climb the social ladder, all while uncovering traitors hidden among you. In a world of shifting loyalties and quiet schemes, every move matters. After all, all is fair in love and war... and in this committee.
Chicago Gang Wars
Welcome to the fast and dangerous world of 1920s Chicago. Here you'll find a city where gang members are as powerful as politicians, and the only ones who dare stand up to them are prohibitionists. Delegates will have the chance to represent key players in the ever complex crime scene of Chicago's prohibition era while working to broaden their influence in this notorious city. Through crisis updates and fast paced debate, delegates must respond to escalating conflicts, negotiating with rivals, and the inevitable violence here in America's most notorious criminal landscape.
Tiananmen Square Massacre
As the world is about to finish the decade of the 1980s, all eyes are on China. With the death of Mao, yielding Deng Xiaoping as the new chairman and the massive economic boom of the People's republic, the Party was on track to propel China into a new position of prosperity and success. Yet, the chairman knows that problems exist both internally and externally. A faltering northern ally in the USSR, factionalism within the party itself, and a new rise of student advocacy and resistance to the regime that could prove fatal. The culmination of tensions in the "Tiananmen Square Incident" has proven how fragile the balance is. Delegates must navigate the crossroads of geopolitics and ever changing alliances if they wish to save China... or doom her.
