UNHRC
Agenda: Should the UNHRC Suspend Membership of Countries Accused of Ongoing War Crimes?
The UNHRC deals with issues related to human rights violations across the world. In MUN, delegates debate and draft resolutions on topics like freedom of speech, rights of minorities, refugees, racial discrimination, and humanitarian crises. The council investigates abuses, reviews human rights records of countries, and makes recommendations to the UN General Assembly.
👉 In MUN, this means debates, drafting resolutions, passing amendments, and voting—all focused on protecting and promoting human rights globally.
Founded in 2006, the UNHRC has become a key UN body addressing human rights issues, with 47 member states elected to promote and protect fundamental freedoms worldwide.
The Speaker (Chairperson) calls the house to order, ensures discipline, and takes attendance. The agenda for discussion is officially announced.
Each delegate (representing a country) gives an opening statement, outlining their nation’s position, concerns, and goals on the agenda.
Delegates speak when recognized by the Chair. They present arguments, discuss human rights violations, propose solutions, and respond to other countries’ views.
Delegates move around and interact informally to negotiate, build alliances, and start drafting resolutions or working papers together.
The drafted resolutions are submitted to the Chair, and then debated in the committee. Delegates may propose amendments to strengthen or alter the draft.
The Speaker calls for a vote on the bills or resolutions. Delegates vote For, Against, or Abstain. A majority decides whether the proposal is passed.
The Speaker announces the result, summarizes the discussion, and formally adjourns the session.