Despite the recent overtures by the USA to leave this body, we are nonetheless pleased to announce the third committee for KentMUN 2019: UNHRC! Headquartered in Geneva, the Human Rights Council was established in 2006 with the aim of promoting and protecting human rights around the world. The body has 47 member states which are elected by the General Assembly from the UN's regional groups. The UNHCR holds plenary sessions 3 times per year, and the current president is Mr Vojislav Šuc of Slovenia
Embody the Core Values of the UN
The Human Rights Council forms the core of the United Nations, discussing topics dealing primarily with the protection and promotion of the basic human rights as set forward in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Perfect for Beginners
The UNHRC is generally regarded as a beginner committee, perfect for delegates and chairs who want to wet their feet in the MUN scene.
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