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PHIMUN 2024 Committees

A committee in a Model UN conference is an adapted organ or sub-organ (i.e. fund, programme, or specialized agency) of the United Nations that delegates simulate to address different agenda topics concerning real-world problems. The composition of Member States in each committee differs, depending on the actual membership of the UN body it is designed after, wherein each Member States is represented by a delegate. The work of the committee is facilitated by a Chair, Vice Chair, and Rapporteur who collectively form the “Dais.”

 

Being a part of a MUN Committee sharpens a student’s negotiation, diplomatic, debate, research, and policy-making skills that drive actual change if applied in the actual world. This is helpful for aspiring diplomats, policy-makers, researchers, and global citizens. 

 

PHIMUN 2024 is committed to transcending borders for change by building its community of student diplomats as far as it can. Thus, under the theme “Mobilizing Global Citizenship Towards a Future of Collective Stability” delegates can choose from five committees with varying difficulty levels (Easy, Intermediate, Advanced).

 

Easy-level committees are perfect for first-time delegates who are either interested in starting their MUN careers or simply want to try their hand in the art of diplomacy. 

 

Intermediate-level committees are open to delegates who have attended a couple of MUN conferences and want to take their diplomacy game to greater heights. 

 

Advanced-level committees are open to seasoned delegates who are looking for a challenge and are passionate about discussing the most pressing international issues.  

 

Any student from Grade 10 to University-level may become a delegate to any PHIMUN 2024 committee of their choosing. The Secretariat gives the final committee and country assignments based on the information provided by the applicant.

Committees

UNGA · ECOSOC · UNHRC · UNSC · ICJ

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The United Nations General Assembly

Easy

The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the UN. Comprising all Member States of the Organization who are each allowed one vote, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion and consensus-building of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations.

 

  1. Protecting Women and Children in Conflict Zones

  2. Sustainable Agricultural Practices and Climate Change amidst Global Conflict

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The Economic and Social Council 

Intermediate

The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) discusses international economic, social, and environmental issues and formulates policy recommendations. They coordinate efforts between Member States to promote economic development initiatives, enhance access to education and healthcare, and foster sustainable development practices that contribute to the improvement of the quality of life and better access to resources such as clean food and water.

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  1. Improving Standards of Living and Quality of Life

  2. The Global Food Insecurity Crisis

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The United Nations Human Rights Council

Intermediate

The UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) is tasked with promoting and protecting human rights around the world. The UNHRC plays a vital role in advocating for the rights of affected individuals, including their right to receive humanitarian assistance and protection. The Council addresses human rights violations, makes recommendations to Member States for improving human rights situations, promotes international cooperation in the field of human rights, and serves as a forum for dialogue and cooperation on human rights issues.

 

  1. Ensuring Access to Aid and Protection for Vulnerable Populations amidst Humanitarian Crisis and Displacement

  2. Combatting Targeted Deprivation of Humanitarian Aid

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The United Nations Security Council

Advanced

The UN Security Council (UNSC) is one of the six organs of the UN, with the primary responsibility of maintaining peace and security. While the Council consists of only 15 members–10 non-permanent and 5 permanent–all UN Member States are obliged to comply with UNSC decisions, to promote international peace and order. 

 

  1. Strengthening Ethical Guardrails and Minimizing Risks Associated with the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Global Security

  2. The Situation in Somalia

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International Court of Justice

Advanced

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is the principal judicial organ of the UN. Also known as the World Court, the ICJ settles disputes between states in accordance with international law and gives advisory opinions on legal questions referred to by UN organs and specialized organs. 

 

Appearing for the first time in a MUN conference in the Philippines, the ICJ observes a different structure from regular MUN committees. Delegates to this committee will explore an international case involving a plaintiff, a defendant, and a set of judges; facilitating a trial in accordance with ICJ proceedings and present international laws. 

 

  1. Investigating the Allegations of Israel's Breach of the Geneva Convention through the Deployment of Prohibited Chemical Weapons in Warfare.

  2. Examining State Accountability under the Genocide Convention for Alleged Atrocities Committed Against the Rohingya Population in Myanmar.

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