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General Assembly
The General Assembly is one of the six main organs of the United Nations, the only one in which all Member States have equal representation: one nation, one vote. All 193 Member States of the United Nations are represented in this unique forum to discuss and work together on a wide array of international issues covered by the UN Charter, such as development, peace and security, international law, etc.
Topic: Climate Change and Superstorms
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Background Guide for Middle School Committee General Assembly - PDF
Under the Charter, the Security Council has primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. It has 15 Members, and each Member has one vote. Under the Charter, all Member States are obligated to comply with Council decisions. The Security Council takes the lead in determining the existence of a threat to the peace or act of aggression. It calls upon the parties to a dispute to settle it by peaceful means and recommends methods of adjustment or terms of settlement. In some cases, the Security Council can resort to imposing sanctions or even authorize the use of force to maintain or restore international peace and security.
Topic: Preventing Cyber Attacks Between Countries
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Background Guide Middle School Security Council - PDF
The Security Council is only open to those participants with prior MUN experience.
UN Environmental Programme
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global authority on the environment.
UNEP’s mission is to inspire, inform, and enable nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations.
For over 50 years, UNEP has worked with governments, civil society, the private sector and UN entities to address humanity’s most pressing environmental challenges - from restoring the ozone layer to protecting the world's seas and promoting a green, inclusive economy.
Topic: Protecting Endangered Marine Species and Habitats
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Background Guide for Middle School UN Environmental Program Committee - PDF
World Food Programme
The World Food Programme is the United Nations’ leading humanitarian organization addressing global hunger and food insecurity. Established in 1961, WFP works in over 120 countries and territories to provide emergency food assistance in times of conflict, natural disasters, and other crises, while also supporting long-term efforts to build food security and resilience. Guided by the goal of achieving a world with zero hunger, WFP collaborates with governments and international partners to deliver life-saving aid, strengthen food systems, and improve nutrition for vulnerable populations, particularly in regions affected by instability and conflict.
Topic: Food Security in Conflict Zones
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Background Guide Middle School World Food Programme - PDF
United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space
The United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space is a specialized committee of the United Nations dedicated to promoting the peaceful exploration and use of outer space for the benefit of all humanity. Established in 1959, COPUOS works with Member States to develop international frameworks governing space activities, including the use of satellites, space exploration, and emerging technologies such as resource extraction. Guided by key treaties and principles, the committee seeks to ensure that outer space remains a shared global domain, fostering international cooperation, preventing conflict, and encouraging equitable access to the benefits of space for both developed and developing nations.
Topic: Equitable Resource Extraction in Outer Space
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Background Guide Middle School UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space - PDF