Schoolhouse Fall MUN 2024 - DISEC

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Schoolhouse Fall MUN 2024 - DISEC

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6 sessions

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This series ended on November 17, 2024. All 1:1 and group chats related to this series are disabled 7 days after the last session.

About

Welcome to the DISEC Committee sessions for the Schoolhouse Fall Model United Nations 2024!
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Schoolhouse MUN is an online Model United Nations event organized by a team of volunteers from schoolhouse.world. Delegates will have the opportunity to represent different countries in six distinct committees of the United Nations. This experience will enhance their understanding of current world issues and improve their public speaking, collaboration, and leadership skills.
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Agenda: Reducing the Threat of Biological and Chemical WeaponsStrengthening international frameworks to prevent the proliferation and use of biological and chemical weapons.
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Chairs: Aritro G and Sneha M
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Overview of the Committee's Agenda: As of 2024, 193 states are party to the Chemical Weapons Convention, yet the threat persists. Since 2020, over 99% of declared chemical weapon stockpiles worldwide have been verifiably destroyed – but new threats emerge. In recent years, investigations have confirmed multiple chemical weapons attacks, including the use of Novichok agents in high-profile assassination attempts. The OPCW has verified the destruction of 72,118 metric tonnes of chemical agents, representing a staggering 98.7% of declared stockpiles.
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Meanwhile, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the catastrophic potential of biological threats, with experts warning that a weaponized pathogen could be even more devastating. The WHO reports that over 59 BSL-4 laboratories (the highest biosafety level) now operate globally, double the number from a decade ago. Each facility, while crucial for legitimate research, also represents a potential security concern. Recent advances in synthetic biology and gene editing have made it possible to modify pathogens in ways that were unimaginable just years ago. 
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As delegates in DISEC, you face an evolving challenge: how do we maintain crucial scientific research while preventing its weaponization? With non-state actors showing increasing interest in CBRN(Chemical, biological, radiological and/or nuclear) capabilities, and new delivery systems becoming more sophisticated, your role is more critical than ever. 
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Through robust debate and collaborative problem-solving, you must forge new paths in international security to ensure these devastating weapons remain firmly in the past.
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Main Series: https://schoolhouse.world/series/28597
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Please note that each delegate must attend a minimum of three committee sessions to be eligible for a participation certificate. You are also welcome to join as an audience member!
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We look forward to your participation!

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Aritro G 🇧🇭

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I'm a high school student and I'm here to study for the SAT. In my free time, I like jogging, cycling, and watching Netflix!

Sneha M 🇮🇳

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Hi! I'm a junior in highschool brought up in the US, but recently moved to India, so I know how the education system works in both countries. I completed my IGCSE/Cambridge Board in 10th grade. Now, I am pursuing the IBDP curriculum. I want to network with other students, share my understanding and knowledge, and of course learn from other tutors as well.

Schedule

✋ ATTENDANCE POLICY

Attending all sessions is encouraged, but due to the several different time zones, a participant must attend a minimum of 3 sessions in order to receive a certificate of participation.

SESSION 1

16

Nov

SESSION 1

Community Events

Sat 4:30 AM - 5:30 AM UTCNov 16, 4:30 AM - 5:30 AM UTC

Committee Session 1

SESSION 2

16

Nov

SESSION 2

Community Events

Sat 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM UTCNov 16, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM UTC

Committee Session 2

SESSION 3

16

Nov

SESSION 3

Community Events

Sat 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM UTCNov 16, 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM UTC

Committee Session 3

SESSION 4

17

Nov

SESSION 4

Community Events

Sun 1:30 AM - 2:30 AM UTCNov 17, 1:30 AM - 2:30 AM UTC

Committee Session 4

SESSION 5

17

Nov

SESSION 5

Community Events

Sun 2:45 AM - 3:45 AM UTCNov 17, 2:45 AM - 3:45 AM UTC

Committee Session 5

SESSION 6

17

Nov

SESSION 6

Community Events

Sun 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM UTCNov 17, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM UTC

Committee Session 6

Public Discussion

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Nov 16 - Nov 17

1 week

60 mins

/ session

SCHEDULE

Saturday, Nov 16

4:30AM

Saturday, Nov 16

2:00PM

Saturday, Nov 16

3:15PM

Sunday, Nov 17

1:30AM

Sunday, Nov 17

2:45AM

Sunday, Nov 17

2:00PM