SPECPOL
Combatting Dictatorship and Repression Mechanisms
Dais: Jorge Medina, Bryam Arrieta & Mariana Castillo
Combatting dictatorship and repression mechanisms involves addressing authoritarian regimes that restrict freedoms, silence dissent, and violate human rights. These regimes often employ censorship, military force, and state-controlled propaganda to maintain control. SPECPOL, as a UN General Assembly committee, could address this by fostering international dialogue on peaceful measures to prevent authoritarian practices, strengthening UN mechanisms for monitoring and reporting repression, and promoting the implementation of democratic governance initiatives. Prioritizing diplomacy, the committee should aim for consensus-driven resolutions that balance technical effectiveness with respect for national sovereignty.
DISEC
Proliferation of Weapons in Illegal Markets
Dais: Piero Ruiz, Guissel Durán & Nicolas Cabrera
The proliferation of weapons in illegal markets refers to the widespread distribution and sale of firearms, explosives, and other weaponry outside of legal frameworks. The arms trade is worth more than $1 trillion a year, taking place in different geopolitical contexts, from the US-Mexico border to the Horn of Africa. The consequences include increased criminal activity, Human Rights violations, and hindered peace efforts. Therefore, combating this problem requires global cooperation and effective enforcement strategies, working on both the prevention and the measures with respect to the weapons already circulating. Delegates, we expect from you strong negotiation skills and creativity, a broad understanding of the international context, a solid knowledge of international law, but above all, a great capacity for analysis and coherence. We have an important task ahead of us.
UNWOMEN
The Sanitary Crisis: Access to Quality Feminine Sanitary Products
Dais: Sofía Cano & Sami Moya
Female empowerment extends beyond the realms in politics and in the workforce; it is rooted in the foundation of health and its equitable access, particularly in menstrual health and hygiene (MHH). Menstruation is a natural and essential aspect of womanhood; however, the lack of access to feminine sanitary products and social stigma makes it a challenge for current and future generations. In this committee, we aim to discuss enhancing access to sanitary products in low-income, conflict, and disaster-affected areas. Moreover, tackling which actions should be taken to address cultural taboos and discriminatory social norms. Breaking the silence of menstruation is the key to advancing women’s rights.