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The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) or The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) has existed for around 20 years for the purpose of "promoting and protecting of all human rights around the globe." The 47 seats are filled and elected by members of the general assembly of the United Nations.
It is able to suspend the rights and privileges of any member who has committed severe or repeated human rights violations. |
Topics
The Protection of Women in War Zones
Women are especially at risk in war zones because they are not only active combatants, but are often targeted by enemy soldiers. Delegates will discuss how to directly combat this issue, referencing the International Humanitarian Law, and the training of Peacekeepers.
Healthcare Inequity in Low-Middle Income countries
The cost of health care often drives families into poverty. Disease as well as extreme poverty is extremely prevalent in Sub-Saharan African countries, forcing families to choose between basic necessities and healthcare. Delegates will discuss how to make healthcare cost efficient, how to distribute resources, and how to encourage countries to invest in their own healthcare systems.
Women are especially at risk in war zones because they are not only active combatants, but are often targeted by enemy soldiers. Delegates will discuss how to directly combat this issue, referencing the International Humanitarian Law, and the training of Peacekeepers.
Healthcare Inequity in Low-Middle Income countries
The cost of health care often drives families into poverty. Disease as well as extreme poverty is extremely prevalent in Sub-Saharan African countries, forcing families to choose between basic necessities and healthcare. Delegates will discuss how to make healthcare cost efficient, how to distribute resources, and how to encourage countries to invest in their own healthcare systems.
Meet the Dais
Matthew Auguste '19 Co-Chair |
Matthew is a member of the class of 2019 at Boston University Academy. He is a part of the science team and the BUA advanced chorus. In his free time, he enjoys singing, as he is a member of the Boston Children’s Chorus and the BUA chorus. He also enjoys reading and having fun. He is not a fan of people that don't enjoy music and boring situations. He is looking forward to this upcoming conference and hopes that everyone will have a great time. |
Brooke Skinner '19 Co-chair |
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