Claire A

Welcome to the World Health Organization committee sessions of the Schoolhouse Model United Nations 2026! 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 four 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. Agenda: Discussing the Legality of Medical Advertisements Made Directly to Consumers Developing a cohesive international response to direct-to-consumer marketing of over-the-counter, prescription, and integrative medicines and medications. Chairs: Claire A, Mattis L, and Akshath K Overview of the Committee’s Agenda: A trillion-dollar industry is marketing its wares--but does it put our health at risk? Should pharmaceutical companies and pharmacies be allowed to advertise directly to consumers, and how? This fascinating issue is yours to tackle, delegates! Direct-to-consumer advertising of medicines is a hugely influential force on medical decision-making and the wider healthcare market. Such advertisements can increase patients’ awareness of cutting-edge drugs and allow research companies to profit from them, powering future investments. Yet, these advertisements can also lead to bad prescriptions, encourage the use of overpriced name-brand drugs, and misguide patients. While most nations have banned direct-to-consumer advertising for prescription drugs, questions of enforcement remain. Beyond prescription medications, you will also encounter over-the-counter medications, traditional therapies, and supplements. These medicines will spark captivating questions of their own. Delegates, your responsibility is to craft creative guidelines for direct-to-consumer advertising, dealing with the realities of each nation while pursuing a unified strategy. Are you ready to address the advertisements? Please make sure to also register for the main series: [https://schoolhouse.world/series/76738](https://schoolhouse.world/series/76738)[](https://schoolhouse.world/series/76738) 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!

Hey everyone! We are thrilled to welcome you to the 2026 Schoolhouse Model United Nations (MUN)! Get ready for a journey into the world of international diplomacy, teamwork, and global problem-solving. What is an MUN and Why Participate? For those new to the concept, MUN stands for Model United Nations, where participants take on the roles of country representatives to tackle real-world global issues. MUNs are an amazing way to build skills in public speaking, negotiation, and critical thinking while exploring international relations. About the Event The event will consist of opening and closing ceremonies, with training sessions for all delegates. There are four committees, with the details for each as follows: 1. WHO: Discussing the legality of medical advertisements made directly to consumers 2. UNGA: Addressing the security implications of cyber warfare and cyber terrorism 3. UNESCO: Addressing the Global Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Employment and Education 4. [Specialised Committee] NASA: Developing Human Safety Protocols for Space Launches, Voyages, and Reentry (Set in 1961) The event will take place from 20th to 22nd February, 2026, with a total of six committee sessions, each for one hour. Each delegate who attends at least half of the committee sessions will receive a participation certificate, and winners will receive certificates of excellence. The best delegates from each committee will also win Schoolhouse merchandise! How to Participate: 1. Register for the Main Series to join the Opening and Closing Ceremonies and Training Sessions. 2. Complete the [Committee Preference Form](https://schoolhouse.world/redirect?code=PzUtr6ds-YW1RNHuqg65z) to select your preferred committee. 3. Get assigned to your committee and receive access to Committee Background Guides, Rules of Procedure, and the official MUN Brochure. 4. Register for your specific committee's series. 5. Prepare by reading the background guides, trainings, attending the training session, researching your committee’s agenda, and familiarizing yourself with the issue as well as your country's stance on it. 6. Attend and participate in the conference, engaging in discussions, drafting resolutions, and collaborating on innovative solutions. Delegates who participate in minimum three sessions will receive a certificate of participation, with certificates of excellence and awards rewarded to top delegates. The Best Delegate from each committee will also receive exclusive Schoolhouse merchandise! For more information, please take a look at the official Coda doc for Schoolhouse MUN 2026: [https://coda.io/@hafsahm/schoolhouse-model-united-nations-2026](https://schoolhouse.world/redirect?code=md9Hdzc-HG_E8svUkyAck) For any queries, please reach out in the series group chat or discussion below! Note: Members are welcome to join the event as the audience! Feel free to tune in and support your peers. With diplomacy as your shield and empathy as your guide, you are challenged to tackle the world’s darkest crises and shape a brighter tomorrow. Will you rise to the call?

Welcome to the Bill of Rights! 📜We'll be learning about the first 10 Amendments to the US Constitution, as well as an extra amendment that greatly increased their power (the 14th Amendment). The very first session will be an introduction to the Constitution, Bill of Rights, and 14th Amendment. We'll also cover some skills law students use to understand court cases.📓 After that, each session will cover an amendment or two, go over the historical issues the Framers were responding to, understand modern application and limitations, and go over a few relevant Supreme Court cases. 🏛️ Please be ready to work with other students to analyze cases. We'll also play a fun quiz game at the end of each session to make sure you get everything down!