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SOCHUM focuses on the social, cultural, and humanitarian challenges that shape the daily lives and rights of people around the world. The committee deals with issues such as refugees and displacement, indigenous rights, cultural preservation, social development, drug policy, crime prevention, and the protection of vulnerable populations.

Debate in SOCHUM is grounded in human rights principles but influenced heavily by political, cultural, and social realities. Delegates must understand how development, identity, and inequality intersect — and how international cooperation can address them without infringing on sovereignty or cultural diversity.

SOCHUM rewards diplomacy, empathy, and the ability to turn broad humanitarian concerns into policies that states can realistically support and implement.

Agenda Topics

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Committee Dynamics & Expectations

SOCHUM debates blend moral arguments with practical policymaking. Delegates must navigate sensitive cultural issues, regional interests, and ideological divides while keeping the focus on protecting people and improving societal outcomes.

You’ll be expected to:

• Reference human rights instruments, social development data, and humanitarian frameworks.
• Handle culturally sensitive or identity-related issues with care and professionalism.
• Build consensus across diverse viewpoints, from Western states to developing countries to culturally conservative blocs.
• Draft resolutions that focus on capacity-building, social inclusion, rights protection, and long-term humanitarian impact.

Expect thoughtful speeches, steady negotiation, and strong emphasis on inclusive, rights-based solutions.

Key Features:

1. Debate centered on human rights, social justice, and protection of vulnerable groups.
2. Frequent cultural and ideological divides requiring careful, inclusive diplomacy.
3. Focus on development, humanitarian assistance, social policy, and community resilience.
4. Resolutions that guide global humanitarian efforts, social programs, and rights protection.
5. Strong involvement of NGOs, UN agencies, and civil society frameworks as reference points.