Topics:

"Addressing Climate-induced Displacement and Strengthening International Protection for Climate-Displaced Populations "

and

"Combating Human Trafficking and Exploitation of Refugees and Displaced Persons"

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Topic Summary: 

Topic A:

Many people are forced to leave their homes due to climate change and natural disasters such as floods, droughts, rising sea levels, and extreme storms. Displaced people live in areas that are highly vulnerable to climate hazards and limited access to infrastructure. Furthermore, these types of forced displacement can contribute to tensions between communities as competition for land, food, water, and other natural resources increases. In addressing these challenges, the committee will discuss measures that can strengthen the protection and assistance provided to climate-displaced populations. The UNHCR’s primary objective is to determine how to strengthen protection and assistance for displaced people.

Topic B:

Human trafficking has been a serious threat especially this past few years, the population that are being affected is particularly refugees and displaced people. Refugees and displaced people can be vulnerable to trafficking because it limits their resources and increases their dependence on others for safety. Traffickers may exploit these vulnerabilities through forced labor, sexual exploitation and other forms of abuse. Delegations should strengthen cooperation with the High Commissioner for Refugees and relevant international organizations to improve identification and referral systems.