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MSMUN Country Assignments

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Hi! My name is Karol Mendoza, and I am a second-year Journalism student with a minor in International Affairs. I have always been passionate about traveling, learning about other people, and showcasing their stories, which is why I chose this career path. In my free time, I enjoy baking, spending time with my loved ones, reading, working out, and watching movies. I am really excited to work with all of you this semester!

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Hello! My name is Nayomi Santos, but I also go by Remi. I am Brazilian-American and have lived in Malden for the past 12 years. I am a first year at Northeastern University, and am majoring in Political Science and International Affairs. I chose these majors because I've always had an interest in international politics, and hope to get a job working in the UN one day! In my free time I like to listen and play music, go to concerts, and I love studying geography and flags! Thank you all for having me :)

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Closing the Gender Gap in STEM Careers​

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LSA Closing the Gender Gap in STEM Topic Guide

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Closing the Gender Gap in STEM Careers

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LSA Closing the Gender Gap in STEM Careers Research Guide

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The Situation in the DRC

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LSA The Situation in the DRC Topic Guide

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The Situation in the DRC

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LSA The Situation in the DRC Research Guide

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Improving Living Conditions in Informal Settlements and Urban Slums Country

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LSA Improving Living Conditions in Informal Settlements Topic Guide

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Improving Living Conditions in Informal Settlements and Urban Slums Country

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The State of Kosovar Independence

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LSA The State of Kosovar Independence Topic Guide

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The State of Kosovar Independence

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LSA The State of Kosovar Independence Research Guide

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Ryan and Arthur

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Thank you, Honorable Chair. Fellow delegates, …Can you imagine a world where women in STEM only get paid an average of $15,000 every year? Well, you don't even have to… because that's the world we live in!

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Thank you honorable Chair. Fellow delegates,

It may shock you to learn that over 1.1 billion people live in urban slums worldwide. By definition, urban slums are “densely populated areas characterized by inadequate housing, poor sanitation, and limited access to basic services such as clean water and healthcare.” This is mainly caused by problems such as rapid urban growth and limited affordable household items. This issue that originated in the early nineteen century is only going to get worse, as it already is. Here in the UN, we aim to fix this problem.

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As many of you may be aware, 32.5 million people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are either facing food insecurity or are internally displaced as a result of war. That is almost 30% of the entire population!  If facing the same issues in your prized countries, this would be an unacceptable predicament that would be a top priority.

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Everyone around the world must have some sort of their own thoughts that keep them up at night, or perhaps something random that you think about in the shower. We can bet that at least most of us have thought about life, especially something more like gender equality. This is the type of mindset that Eritrea has, ever since their independence from Ethiopia in 1993.

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Did you know that only about 28% of the STEM workforce is occupied by women? Have you ever considered that women, being half of our population, represent half of our potential? Imagine all the new ideas and innovations that would be possible if the gender gap in STEM careers was closed and men and women both had equal opportunities. We can acknowledge this issue today by taking action to support and encourage women and girls and remove the gender bias in STEM careers.

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Thank you, honorable chair and fellow delegates. There were 1,090,804 students enrolled in STEM programs in the winter semester of the 2021/22 academic year, of whom 347,195 were female students, down from 1,101,943 students in 2020/21, including 348,799 females. We need to try to increase that number by at least 200,00

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The roots of gender inequality in STEM careers can be traced to social norms, limited access to education, and legal barriers that excluded women from scientific inquiry and professional opportunities. Historically, women were denied entry into universities and scientific societies, and their contributions, when made, were often unrecognized or attributed to male societies.

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Thank you, Honorable Chair Fellow delegates,

It may come as a surprise that the conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo remains one of the deadliest humanitarian crises in the world today. Over seven million people have been displaced, with millions more lacking access to food, clean water, and healthcare.

Eritrea has faced many economic troubles due to its own past struggles with financial independence. For those reasons, we have not been directly involved in the Democratic Republic of Congo-Rwanda Conflict. However, we still believe in international peace and have strong values in hospitality, unity, and gender equality.

Though not a fully developed nation, Eritrea believes that every country can contribute meaningfully to this conflict. We can help provide housing for refugees, access to clean water and food, as well as healthcare and education, on our massive open lands! These are only a few Ideas Eritrea has in contributing to this issue, and with the help and support of the international community and the UN, we can all overcome this problem together.

Thank you, we yield our time to the chair.

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The government of Eritrea actively supports women's participation in STEM careers. Previous actions we have taken include the creation of the Eritea 2023-2027 Partnership Compact, a national education policy aiming to eliminate gender disparity in all educational levels and careers. We have also made significant improvements with this issue, with women increasingly represented in engineering, science, and other technical fields. However, our opportunities remain challenging due to factors such as certain traditional practices and limited resources, which can affect girls' access to a proper education.

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Thank you, Honorable Chair. Fellow delegates, have you ever begun to wonder how these high effects of neglect are being shown towards women? Women require education and new learning experiences to accomplish their goals, where STEM will help provide women with the needed support to get through life with success. However, to get through this issue, we need as much assistance as possible!

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You must beware there are many problematic factors between women and their STEM education, which cause negative effects on their learning. Exposure towards women about STEM have collected data that women seek out low motivation or engagement entering STEM-related careers. Gender bias and stereotypes are heavily enforced by thousands of people as these social expectations and stereotypical remarks have shaped professional educational choices for women. Cultural and social norms that contribute to the outcomes for men have discouraged women from pursuing these ambitions with high-dropout rates recorded on data tables.

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Today, we face a global crisis concerning the representation of women in STEM careers that requires our urgent attention. Worldwide, women comprise only 24% of the STEM workforce. In contrast, Iceland stands out with an average of 45% of women in STEM roles, offering an average salary of $79,473 for women in these fields

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Thank you honorable chair. Fellow delegates,

Most, if not all, fear the elements and the dangers of the streets, especially at night. People can feel alone and abandoned, tirelessly searching their route back home. We ask the delegates if they ever felt this way, even if it’s in a grocery store or a shopping center after losing their parents. This is how the homeless feel every single day, spending time in raw elements and trying to find a way to keep surviving.

Especially in Iceland, an environment with icy weathers and natural disasters, often 500 volcanic eruptions per week! Minor eruptions or not, it’s difficult for the homeless to live in this undesired situation. In 2018, the government made this a top priority and passed a legislation to build 25 homes for the homeless population, with a rent of $363 that makes it financially accessible. Today, people still utilize these shelters for short-term housing and decrease the population that sleeps on the streets!

Iceland calls upon the committee to have open arms and allow us to offer help with sheltering and finance. More details can be discussed during moderated or unmoderated caucuses if you wish to work with us!

Thank you, we yield our time to the chair.

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We have tracked down the progress of influencing young women investing in new opportunities by studying STEM subjects, with self-confidence and cultural expectations. Fortunately, our efforts have been recognized around the world and have been reaching out to new positive solutions to face this matter. Our country discusses international interventions about equality and responsibility, suggesting ideas that could help motivate women everywhere. Thank you, we yield our time to the Chair.

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Currently, we are forming programs and other things to encourage women to stay in STEM nationally and internationally we are sharing are data and research to different countries to help them understand how to help their countries we also take part in international discussions on equality, right now we want to help under developed and developing countries to help close the gender gap in STEM we can donate money and resorces for this.

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To address urban slums, Greece has previously attempted to take actions, including demolishing and taxing settlements. However, this backfired and instead created a higher homeless population, worsening the situation altogether. As a result of this issue, Greece joined the EU and created centers for refugees who seek homes. Unfortunately, these centers had mixed results due to the overcrowding of refugees and the lack of resources.

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We call upon the international community to help fund new as well as preexisting programs such as ESTIA and UNHCR. Some of the less developed countries could provide help with organization and implementation for these programs previously stated. Also, they could help provide us with some of the resources we need to run the centers and help finally abolish urban slums.

Thank you, we yield our time to the chair.

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Eritrea proposes to create a program that helps to educate girls in STEM fields. It should support developing countries and provide resources to help with girls' education in STEM. It will also work to remove the stereotypes in STEM careers. We can acknowledge this issue today by taking action to support and encourage women and girls and remove the gender bias in STEM careers.

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We have tracked down the progress of influencing young women investing in new opportunities by studying STEM subjects, with self-confidence and cultural expectations. Fortunately, our efforts have been recognized around the world and have been reaching out to new possible solutions to face this matter. Our country discusses international interventions about equality and justice, suggesting ideas that could help motivate women everywhere. Thank you, we yield our time to the Chair.

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Thank you, honorable chair, fellow delegates

While many in the UN celebrated Kosovo's independence, Greece viewed the move with serious concern, believing it set a dangerous precedent.

Greece's opposition stems from its unwavering commitment to the principle of territorial integrity—a cornerstone of international law. Recognizing Kosovo's unilateral declaration of independence was seen as undermining the territorial integrity of Serbia, a country with which Greece shares deep historical and strategic ties

Greece's position reflects a commitment to a stable and predictable international order, where borders are respected and sovereignty is not unilaterally challenged. We must continue to champion international law and support solutions that respect the sovereignty of all nations in the region. This involves a combination of international diplomacy and law, educational initiatives, and civil society engagement, ensuring that such a move is not repeated

Thank you, we yield our time to the chair.