TCMUN
ECOSOC
Economic and Social Council
The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations, established by the UN Charter in 1945. ECOSOC serves as the central platform for fostering international cooperation on economic, social, and environmental issues. As a principal body of the United Nations General Assembly, ECOSOC is tasked with coordinating the economic, social, and related work of 15 UN specialized agencies, their functional commissions, and five regional commissions. According to the UN Charter, ECOSOC’s primary responsibilities include promoting higher standards of living, full employment, and economic and social progress; identifying solutions to international economic, social, and health problems; facilitating international cultural and educational cooperation; and encouraging universal respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms. Although ECOSOC does not have direct decision-making authority over the member states, it can initiate studies, issue reports, and make recommendations on international issues within its competence. It also provides a platform for discussing international economic and social issues and formulating policy recommendations addressed to member states and the United Nations system. ECOSOC plays a crucial role in the UN's efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and is instrumental in supporting global development initiatives.
Chairs
Topic 1:
Combating Food Insecurity and the Risk of Famine
The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the UN addresses food insecurity and famine through multiple approaches. It focuses on the intersection of conflict, climate change, and economic challenges that exacerbate hunger globally. For instance, rising food prices, climate-related impacts on agriculture, and geopolitical conflicts, like the war in Ukraine, have worsened food crises, particularly in regions such as Africa and Latin America. ECOSOC emphasizes the need for global cooperation, sustainable agricultural practices, and empowering vulnerable communities, especially women, to combat these crises. With the help of your delegates, you can combat this crisis!
Topic 2:
Empowering Youth to Accelerate Development
The ECOSOC Committee's second topic, "Empowering Youth to Accelerate Development of the UN," focuses on ensuring that young people play a significant role in the decision-making and development processes of the United Nations. The goal is to make youth engagement a standard practice in advancing sustainable development goals (SDGs), particularly as the 2030 deadline approaches. Efforts include intergenerational dialogues, partnerships with private sectors to promote skills and innovation, and encouraging young leaders to contribute to areas such as climate action, economic empowerment, and resilience against social challenges.