Globalization/UN Charter
WHO Structure and Role
Topic A
Topic B
Parliamentary Procedure
100
How many Organs does the UN have? Name 3
6 GA ECOSOC SC ICJ Trusteeship Council Secretariat
100
To which UN Organ does the World Health Organisation respond to?
Economic and Social Council
100
What is abortion
Abortion is when a pregnancy is ended so that it doesn't result in the birth of a child. Sometimes it is called 'termination of pregnancy'.
100
What is considered to be an illegal substance?
Illegals substances are drugs which have limitations on their ownership or use by a government, and are illegal in certain situations (meaning a person is not allowed to have them). A drug is any chemical that affects the human body or mind when it is swallowed, breathed in, or consumed in another way.
100
How should the delegates speak when they are up in the podium? (Hint: can't say I)
Speak in third person
200
What is Globalization?
Globalization is the movement of goods, ideas & services amongst countries. These ideas transcend borders, cultures, religions, politics and economies. In the process, conflicts arise and can have a ripple effect. Small-scale issues can more easily become part of the international community.
200
WHO is governed by an...
Executive Committee
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Why do women place themselves under such procedure? (3 reasons)
1. Her health or the baby's health is at risk 2. Not ready to be a parent 3. No money to take care of a baby 4. Got pregnant from being raped 5. Does not want to be a parent/accident
200
What does the World Health Organization think of illegal substances?
The World Health Organization sees the world drug problem as a “serious threat to public health and the safety and well-being of humanity.” WHO focuses on the prevention and treatment of drug use, and prevention and management of associated health and social conditions.
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What is "Point of Order"?
During discussion, delegate may rise to a point of order to indicate an instance of improper parliamentary procedure
300
What is the job of the GA?
Body where the full spectrum of international issues of the UN Charter is discussed and all members have equal representation. It provides recommendations and the general consensus of the international community.
300
What is the main purpose of the World Health Organization?
WHO’s Constitution claims that the organization’s main purpose is to work on the attainment by all people of the highest possible level of health.
300
What are some perspectives that countries hold towards abortion? (3 reasons)
1. Women can go through an abortion in the case of rape 2. Women can go through an abortion in the case of risk of health. 3. Women are free to have ab abortion 3. Illegal due to religion 4. Illegal due to economic situation 5. Illegal due to political policies 6. Completely Illegal
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How does WHO protect individuals against the use of illegal substances?
WHO’s role is to protect individuals and societies from harm due to drug use and to promote public health interventions to reduce any possibilities of being harmed. It focuses on the prevention and treatment of drug use, and prevention and management of associated health and social conditions. The Organization views drug control measures as means to protect the health and welfare of humankind and works towards improving access to controlled medicines for medical and scientific needs in line with the objectives of the conventions.
300
With what motion does the debate start with?
Motion to Set Agenda
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What is the United Nations? When was it created?
The United Nations (UN) is an intergovernmental organization that aims to keep peace throughout the world and develop friendly relations among nations. It was created in 1945, and it provides a space for dialogue among nations in order to cooperate in solving international issues.
400
When was the World Health Organization created?
7th of April of 1949
400
Every year in the world there are about xx to xx million abortions, approximately 125,000 abortions per day
40 to 50 million
400
What does "drug dependance" mean?
“Occurs when a drug is central to a person's life, they have trouble cutting down their use and experience symptoms of withdrawal.” A person’s body has adapted to the substance and it has modified its funcionament in response to its use.
400
In order to close the debate, how many votes are required for the motion to pass?
2/3 of Committee
500
Give an example of an event that deals with Globalization?
(Correctness is up to the Chair)
500
How many countries does the World Health Organization work with?
The World Health Organization works with 194 countries, with field offices in 6 countries, in order to direct and coordinate international health within the United Nations’ system.
500
Whats is the connection between Globalization and Abortion?
Throughout the world each country has a different opinion. Where globalization intervenes is in countries that have no specific religion or specific belief system or traditions, the government has to implement international measures that apply to all.
500
What is the connection between Globalization and the abuse and legalisation of illegal substances?
here are many Intergovernmental Organizations that work against the use and abuse of illegal substances. These organizations have a comprehensive approach to drug issues involving measures of prevention, treatment, education and law interdiction. The purpose of their intervention is to provide the people, with drug information, research to countermeasures aimed at drug legalization. They also work to facilitate the cooperation of the police forces around the globe.
500
How many votes are required for a resolution to pass?
2/3 of committee
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