PHSMUN Committees 2026

GA1: Disarmament and Security

The Disarmament and International Security Committee focuses on global peace and stability. Delegates debate issues such as nuclear weapons, arms control, terrorism, cyber warfare, and emerging military technologies. GA1 is highly policy-driven, requiring strong understanding of international security challenges and cooperation between states.

.GA3 addresses issues that directly affect people and societies worldwide. Topics often include human rights, gender equality, refugee crises, education, and cultural preservation. This committee emphasizes decision making, ethical debate, and finding practical solutions to improve global living conditions. Delegates must consider cultural sensitivity and differing social values while working toward inclusive and sustainable solutions.

GA4 deals with a wide range of political issues not covered by other committees. These include decolonization, peacekeeping, outer space governance, and the rights of displaced populations. It is a versatile committee that blends political strategy with global problem-solving. Delegates often engage with long-standing international disputes that require nuanced and diplomatic approaches.

The Historical Committee offers a journey into crucial moments from the past. Delegates step into the shoes of historical figures or nations, immersing themselves in debates, negotiations, and crises of the chosen era. Through research and some improvising, participants gain insights into historical decision-making and its continuing effect in global issues.

The UN Security Council is the primary body responsible for maintaining global peace and security within the United Nations. It has 15 members, including five permanent ones (China, France, Russia, the UK, and the US) with veto power, and ten non-permanent members elected for two-year terms. Its main functions include authorizing peacekeeping missions, imposing sanctions, and issuing resolutions to address conflicts and security threats worldwide.

The Human Rights Committee focuses on protecting and promoting fundamental rights across the globe. Delegates address violations such as discrimination, freedom of speech, and humanitarian abuses. Debate is often intense and values-driven, requiring both legal understanding and moral reasoning. Delegates must navigate sensitive political issues while upholding international frameworks such as human rights conventions and treaties.