Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)

About the Committee:

Welcome to the Economic and Social Council at Model United Nations at the University of Michigan! As delegates of this council, you will delve into the realms of economic and social challenges, striving to foster sustainable solutions that will benefit all nations. This year’s topics will focus on debt sustainability and intellectual property rights. Debt sustainability will explore the intricate balance countries must strike to manage their debt obligations without compromising their economic stability. The goal of this topic is to spark debate on responsible lending, debt relief mechanics, and the impact of global economic factors while navigating through potential solutions. The topic of intellectual property rights will focus on safeguarding one’s rights to their own creation and property while ensuring global access to innovation. Debate will be aimed at exploring the impacts of IPR on various sectors such as copyright, technology, healthcare, etc. and how to foster innovation, trade, and investments globally while proposing innovative solutions to promote equitable access to goods and knowledge while incentivizing economic growth and IPR protection. We hope you all will take the initiative to drive this committee in new and creative directions, exploring different pathways beyond traditional confines. We are excited to see the results of your hard work and dedication!

A LETTER FROM THE DaiS:

Hello Delegates!

My name is Andrew Ky, and I am privileged to serve as one of your co-directors for ECOSOC for MUNUM this year! I am a senior in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts here at the University of Michigan pursuing a degree in Economics with a minor in Computer Science and Global Media Studies. I am from Holland, Michigan (west side, best side), and this will be my second year as a MUNUM staff (previously an assistant director for the Council of Wu Zetian last year with Joyce), and eighth year participating in a Model UN organization. Outside of MUN, I take part in Dance Marathon at the University of Michigan (DMUM), an organization dedicated to raising awareness and funds for pediatric therapies at C.S Mott Children’s Hospital, and work for Big Ten Network - Student U doing sports broadcasting UMich sports. Outside of school, I enjoy hanging out with friends, golfing, and traveling. I absolutely cannot wait to see what you all will accomplish in this committee and I look forward to meeting you all!

My name is Joyce Jung, and I am excited to be one of your co-directors for ECOSOC this year. I am a junior studying Political Science and Economics in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts here at Michigan. I am originally from Pennsylvania, but Michigan is like my second home. This is my second year as a staff member on MUNUM, and my first year as a director. Outside of Model UN, I am part of Michigan Political Consulting, Multicultural Economics Coalition, as well as DMUM with Andrew. I love to spend my time running, playing tennis, and learning to cook (I’m really bad).I’m so excited to work with you all this conference, and I know each and every one of you will bring so much to this committee!

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at andrewky@umich.edu and joycedj@umich.edu.

Best,

Andrew Ky and Joyce Jung

Co-Directors of the Economic and Social Council