World Health Organization

(WHO)

A pecialized agency of the United Nations that is responsible for promoting health, preventing disease and improving the well-being of all people WORLDWIDE. The objective of WHO is to ensure that all people can enjoy the highest possible level of health

Yellow Division (7th - 9th Grade)

Description

WHO is the directing and coordinating authority for health within the United Nations system. It is responsible for providing leadership on global health matters, shaping the health research agenda, setting norms and standards, articulating evidence-based policy options, providing technical support to countries and monitoring and assessing health trends.

Backgroud papers

Contact Committee

octavio.holguin.c.student@cadurango.mx

Chairs

WHO

Moderator:

Regina Vega Gonzalez

Director:

Octavio Tadeo Holguin Casillas

About

Topics

Topic A:

Debate the obstacles and solutions to delivering humanitarian aid, including medical supplies and personnel, to conflict-affected areas while maintaining the neutrality and safety of aid workers.

Topic B:

Maternal and Child Health in Developing Countries: Reducing Mortality Rates