SPAMUN - WHO

The World Health Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. Since its establishment in 1948, WHO has worked to combat disease outbreaks, set global health standards, and support access to healthcare services in underserved communities. As the leading international health authority, WHO coordinates global health initiatives, sets health standards, and provides technical support to countries worldwide.

Committee Topic

Improving Healthcare Access in Conflict Zones and Occupied Territories

The WHO's work spans a comprehensive range of health issues, from infectious diseases to non-communicable diseases, mental health, and environmental health. The organization plays a crucial role in:

Coordinating international responses to health emergencies and pandemics
Setting global health standards and guidelines
Supporting healthcare system development in developing countries
Addressing health inequalities and promoting universal health coverage
Conducting research and providing technical expertise on health matters

In recent years, the WHO has been at the forefront of global health crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic, Ebola outbreaks, and other public health emergencies. The organization's work in these areas has highlighted the importance of international cooperation and coordinated responses to health challenges.

The WHO committee provides delegates with the opportunity to engage with critical health issues affecting populations worldwide. Through collaborative problem-solving and policy development, delegates will work to address health disparities, strengthen healthcare systems, and promote global health equity. The committee's work is essential in building a healthier, more resilient world.

Delegates in the WHO committee will face complex challenges that require innovative solutions and international cooperation. They will need to consider various factors, including:

Economic and social determinants of health
Healthcare infrastructure and resource allocation
International health regulations and compliance
Public health emergency preparedness and response
Health technology and innovation

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Meet the Dias

Derek Lyu

Chair

Currently, Derek is somehow surviving his junior year at Semiahmoo Secondary. It’s been a while since he first entered the world of MUN—so young, so simple—believing it was just a fancy debate club. He quickly discovered it was a chaotic blend of passionate speeches, surprise alliances, and the occasional (friendly) diplomatic sabotage. Now, Derek is thrilled to serve as the Chair of the World Health Organization at SPAMUN 2025. Outside the committee room, he’s usually listening to music, accidentally starting debates in group chats, or convincing himself that watching just one more episode counts as “duck and cover.” You might also catch him aggressively recommending Baroque pieces no one asked for, or getting way too emotionally attached to cafe playlists.

Parnav Kundi

Director

As a grade 10 student at St. George’s School, Parnav is thrilled to be serving as the Director of the WHO at SPAMUN 2025. Parnav began his MUN journey back in Grade 7, delegating as Bolivia in the WHO. Ever since that fateful day where he stumbled his way through a 15 second speech, he has begun to enjoy the research and insight into foreign policy that attending a MUN conference provides. Now, he’s proud to be directing the very committee where it all began. At conferences, Parnav enjoys the early morning coffee runs with friends (if he can drag himself out of bed), the insightful debates, writing resolution papers after hours, and the late night chats with friends. When he’s not raising his placard “high and to the sky”, Parnav enjoys learning about US politics, playing sports, listening to music, or doing anything he can to avoid doing his homework. Parnav can’t wait for a conference full of exciting and lively debates, unforgettable fun, and a lot of other shenanigans.

Ava Wang

Assistant Director

Entering her Grade 10 year at Southpointe Academy, Ava is thrilled to serve as the Assistant Director of the World Health Organization at SPAMUN 2025. Since nervously stepping into her first committee room two years ago, she has grown to love the chaos and excitement of MUN. Whether it's sprinting back to conferences after dinner or making new friends, Ava has found joy in every unpredictable moment. Outside of the conference room, Ava is a competitive swimmer who somehow manages to drag herself out of bed for 6 am practices. When not at the pool, she can be found binge-watching movies late at night. Ava is excited to meet all delegates and looks forward to a day of heated debates and unforgettable memories!

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