World Health Organization
The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized UN agency dedicated to promoting global health. It coordinates international health responses, develops policies, supports health systems, combats diseases, sets health standards, conducts research, and disseminates information to improve health outcomes worldwide.
Meet Your Presidents:
Paulina Martinez-Aparicio
Paulina Martinez-Aparicio
President, World Health Organization
Dear delegates,
I am delighted to welcome and invite each one of you to enjoy this year’s BAMUN XXIV conference. Along with (external co-president name), I will be chairing the World Health Organization committee (WHO). Together, we are here to guide you through the deliberations and discussions of the social, economic, environmental, and ethical implications of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) worldwide.
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Over the years, the WHO has engaged in active dialogue with the international community to monitor, regulate, assess, and innovate biotechnologies involving genetically modified organisms, giving rise to diverse opinions and stances around the globe. Hence, as we embark on this debate, we find ourselves at the intersection of science, ethics, and technology to promote public health.
Amid polarizing perspectives, individuals willing to embrace and empathize with the external viewpoints on the ongoing GMO debate are essential for progress in the field. I place my trust in every one of you to transcend the established GMO measures and uncover innovative approaches and solutions for the employment of these organisms, leaving a lasting mark on international healthcare systems and humanity’s welfare.
If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to contact me via my email: martinezaparicio.paulina@marymountbq.edu.co, and I will be happy to help you as soon as possible! I look forward to witnessing your progress-aimed ideas and diplomatic expertise in the World Health Organization committee.
Warm regards,
Paulina Martínez Aparicio,
Chair of the World Health Organization Committee.
Global Implications of Advances in Regenerative Medicine
Committee Topics
Advances in regenerative medicine, while promising remarkable medical breakthroughs, carry complex global implications due to economic interests and ethical concerns. Cutting-edge technologies, such as stem cell therapy and tissue engineering, have sparked intense competition between nations like the United States and China, leading to geopolitical tensions. Ethical debates over cloning and genetic manipulation further polarize public opinion, with concerns about potential misuse. These advancements, though promising cures and extended life, create disparities in healthcare access, with wealthier nations progressing faster than poorer regions. This dynamic necessitates urgent international dialogue to navigate the ethical, economic, and societal ramifications.