MCGSMUN 2023
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
The Mayo College Girls' School Model United Nations (MCGSMUN) Conference was established in 2012 with the goal of empowering young people to help shape a better tomorrow. With just 150 attendees divided into five core committees at the first conference, we are returning this year for the eleventh session of the prestigious MCGSMUN, with a larger group of delegates and a diverse range of committees covering a variety of pertinent issues.
In today’s world, the global community is so overwhelmed with conflicts and disasters that it is time we revisit and reevaluate the basic principles of humanity. Morals need to be redefined and the essence of belonging to a global community needs to be restored. Our society needs to heal, and the only way to go about it is to address the pressing problems that we face in these contemporary times. The world today is full of numerous ongoing conflicts, humanitarian crises, increasing chances of falling into a global recession, children are dying, our forests are burning, our women are voiceless with or without power and the essence of humanity dies a little bit more as the days pass.
Thus, through this conference with the theme of ‘Reconstructing the Moral Arc ’, we want to focus on finding solutions. We strive to produce intellectual discussions and instill in every delegate a sense to work for a better tomorrow. We hope to provide each and every delegate with an enriching experience as they take part in this conference and leave a little bit more prepared to lead the world.
THE SECRETARIAT
RASHMI THAKUR
MUN CO-ORDINATOR MCGS
THE SECRETARIAT
PARI SHAH
Secretary General
Pari Shah is a Grade 12 student and wishes to continue her education in International Relations and Economics. She is a skilled Kathak dancer as well as a dramatist. She has been representing the school at various MUNs since she enjoys public speaking. Pari is also the school captain for the academic year 2023-24. She holds the position of Dance President and Mathematics Society President at MCGS as well. Continuing with her all round development she also ventures into the field of Football. She has been representing the school at IPSC levels since 2017, and in 2022, she participated in the prestigious Subroto Cup organized by the Indian Air Force. She considers it an honour to serve as the Secretary General for MCGSMUN 2023.
RADHIKA S TIBREWAL
Deputy Secretary General
Radhika S Tibrewal is a grade 12 student currently studying sciences. Her interests lie widely in finance and management and is an avid and a passionate public speaker who has been a part of the MUN club and the debating society since a very long time and has brought laurels to the school through her ardor in the existing affairs and defying expectations. Radhika through her skills in public speaking has established herself as a bilingual debater and has represented the school in various inter school competitions, having been recognised for her efforts. What completes her is her passion for music and the music block is something that sticks to her extremely closely. She focuses on her multifaceted growth and upliftment of her skills through any opportunity that comes her way and has been a keen learner. Taking her ambitions further and continuing with her interests in subjects like physics, Radhika is honored to serve the school as the Deputy Secretary General.
PALAK VOHRA
DIRECTOR GENERAL
Palak Vohra is a 12th Grade Student currently pursuing Economics, Political Science and Psychology. She aspires to pursue her education in Philosophy, Political Science and Economics. Being an avid bilingual debater and public speaker she has represented the school and won accolades in various MUNs and has been in the field of debating for the past 5 years. Palak is also drawn to creative writing and does so in an expressive manner. On the leadership front Palak holds the position of the School Vice Captain for the academic year 2023-24. Her interest in the field of international relations has led to hold the position of the Political Science president at MCGS among other positions. Developing herself holistically she has also contributed to the school basketball team and enjoys playing the sport. She views her role as the Director General for MCGSMUN 2023 as an honour.
ANUPRIYA BAWARI
Director General of Press and Communications
Anupriya is a grade 12 student currently pursuing the ISC curriculum with an inclination toward Commerce and Economics. She is currently serving as the President of the Business club and has participated in various prestigious events like Global Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge and Wharton Global High School Investment competition. She wishes to further her knowledge in finance and corporate law in the near future. Besides having a keen interest in literature and poetry, she is also pursuing a diploma in Bharatanatyam. Anupriya has been part of the MUN Club since 9th grade and considers it an honor to serve as the Director General of Press and Communications for this year’s conference.
Director Delegate Affairs
KEYA CHOUDHURY
Keya Choudhury is a grade 12 student studying Economics, Computer Applications and History. Her interests lie in tech, literature and finance and her passion for honest writing has led her to achieve awards on various inter school and national levels. She is currently serving as the president of the School English Literary Society, Quiz Society and English Debate society. Since she was 10, her love towards football has contributed majorly to her character and given her the chance to represent her school in various competitions ranging from districts to the international Subroto Cup. Keya leads the school as the School Games Coordinator and the field is a place extremely close to her. She has been a part of the MUN society since 8th grade and is proud to serve as the Director Delegate Affairs for MCGSMUN 2023.
FAEZA YOUSUF
Director General of Political Affairs
Faeza Yousuf is a 12th grade student currently pursuing History, Political Science and Elective English. She aspires to pursue family law to help women in abusive marriages. Faeza is an ardent debater and an eloquent writer who takes a keen interest in the fundamentals of politics and activism. She has been representing the school at various MUNs and debates for the past 4 years and immerses herself in every experience. She has also been playing football for the past 6 years and has had the chance to represent the IPSC team at the prestigious Subroto Cup.It is an absolute honour for Faeza to serve as the Director General of Political Affairs for MCGSMUN 23.
NISHIKA SHAH
Director General of Information Technology
Nishika Shah is a grade 12th student currently pursuing Mathematics, Computer Science and Psychology. She has keen interest in dance, and has been learning the art since the age of 4,and she considers the stage to be her comfort space. Being an avid public speaker, she has not only represented the school in various debates and MUNs, but has also achieved awards on various inter school level competitions. As a leader, Nishika holds the position of Meera House captain for the academic year 2023-24. She also serves as the Hindi Debating Society President, Editor-in-Chief of the Mathematics Magazine along with various other positions. Nishika has been a part of the MUN society since she was in grade 8. She is honored to serve as the Director General of Information Technology for MCGSMUN’ 23.
LETTER FROM THE SECRETARY GENERAL
Dear distinguished delegates,
It is my great pleasure to welcome you all to the 11th edition of the Mayo College Girls’ School Model United Nations. As the Secretary-General of this prestigious gathering, I am honoured to be able to preside over this conference and witness the passion and intellect that each one of you will bring to the table.
The MCGSMUN is a signature event hosted by our school. It is one of the most awaited events of the year for delegates all across the country and our students. It is an honour to be able to work with my secretariat to produce yet another enlightening conference.
The moral arc of the universe, as Martin Luther King Jr. famously said, bends towards justice. However, the current state of world affairs and international relations present significant challenges to this moral arc. One of the most pressing issues facing humanity today is the rising trend of ‘nationalism’ and populism. These ideologies often prioritise narrow self-interest over the common good, leading to increased tensions between nations and communities, and undermining international cooperation and solidarity. To “reconstruct the moral arc”, we need to reject these ideologies and embrace a more inclusive, compassionate, and empathetic approach to global affairs, and require a fundamental shift in attitudes, values, and actions, towards a more benevolent, inclusive, and responsible approach to global issues.
It is only through such an effort that we can ensure a brighter future for humanity and bend the moral arc towards justice. This year's conference promises to be an exciting one, with a diverse range of topics and committees that are sure to challenge and engage all participants. As we come together to discuss the world's most pressing issues, I encourage you to approach each discussion with an open mind and a willingness to engage in constructive dialogue.Throughout the conference, I urge you to work collaboratively with your fellow delegates and strive to find common ground, even in the face of disagreement. By doing so, we can create a space for meaningful and impactful debate that will ultimately lead to a positive change.
Warm Regards,
Pari Shah.
Secretary General
Mayo College Girls’ School Model United Nations 2023
LETTER FROM THE MUN-COORDINATOR
Dear Change makers,
Keeping up with the tradition of Model United Nations in Mayo College Girls School, after much deliberation with the secretariat on collapse of common values, ethical vacuum, immoral public policy, wars and sufferings, gender bias and obsolete educational values among other, the focus on coping with disintegrating value systems, revamping outmoded values, focus on societal re-education and re-motivating each individual in the possibility of seeing his or her life as significant in the post-modern scientific age seemed most pertinent. "Reconstructing the Moral Arc" was therefore the outcome of deep thinking and deliberation by the young and vibrant secretariat who wanted to make a viable difference.
Sometimes certain things are beyond human comprehension. I wondered why the raging blazes in the heart of the Amazon bothers us even though it's on a different continent? Why should the rainbow movement matter to those who only see the world in black and white? Do women fighting for freedom from patriarchal value systems and equal rights in Iran make a difference to our existence here? Why should reinforced parochialism and moral pretension and indifference to sufferings and wars affect our thinking and action in any way?
The answer to all these questions is a resounding yes- it matters. To be human is no longer to see the world through an exclusivist perspective. It is to embrace every pattern in mankind's tapestry because every strand weaves us into our collective co-existence.
There is no such thing as a purely economic crisis or material crisis. The crisis in values is at the root of all issues. The present world crisis, including increasing crime, drugs, the widening gulf between rich and poor, the destruction of the environment, the population explosion and the impotence of the governments, are examples of worldwide erosion of philosophical and moral guidance in the conduct and interpretation of life. Progress in technology and science must be accompanied by a deeper understanding of human nature, morality and the natural world.
As bright minds will gather at the MCGSMUN 2023 to debate these issues and take steps in this direction, I hope they carry back a learning experience which is truly unmatched.
Warm Regards,
Rashmi Thakur
MUN Co-ordinator,
Mayo College Girls’ School Model United Nations 2023
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