UNICEF

About the Committee 
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The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) works across over 190 countries in order to protect children’s rights. With over 17,000 in staff, UNICEF prides itself on advocating for education, health and proper nutrition, as well as owning and operating the world’s largest humanitarian warehouse. UNICEF’s policy is to be completely neutral in the face of political conflict, and focus on helping young ones at risk. This year, at the JBCN Oshiwara MUN, UNICEF will be debating on the usage of Artificial Intelligence and related technologies in the context of children’s safety. 

Growing up as one of the first generations living in a world of technology, modern children are accessing information, developing their education and maximizing their personal growth. However, as children’s lives continue to be digitalized, internet regulations, digital illiteracy, and protection measures must be discussed in order to ensure well-being. Delegates will be expected to assess international involvement in artificial intelligence, weigh the advantages and disadvantages of technology use, and how to resolve the situation at hand without harming or discriminating against children. Due to rapid advancement, UNICEF deals with issues of extreme importance, carrying forward generations to come.