Commission on the Status of Women
The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is a commission of the United Nations Economic and Social Council. The policy making of the CSW is dedicated to the advancement of women, as well of gender equality. The CSW meets yearly to identify the challenges facing women, and present policies to empower women, promote gender equity, and promote women's rights. Urgent problems are also addressed regarding women's rights, and suggestions are made for immediate action. There are 45 elected member states. This year at ConnectMUN we will have a male only CSW and a female only CSW. In the last committee session delegates will be bought together to discuss the proposed solutions to topics. Commission on the Status of Women is a Beginner Committee.
To contact the chair or director, please email csw@connectmun.ca.
Topics
A. Distribution of Birth Control to 3rd World CountriesB. Pay Equality
Background Guides
Topic A:| CSWTopicA.pdf |  | 136 KB |
| CSWTopicB.pdf | | 152 KB |
Position Papers
Delegates should email completed Position Papers to csw@connectmun.ca. Please note that only delegates who have submitted a Position Paper will be eligible for an award.
Director
Fatima Hewaidi
Fatima is a second year undergraduate student at the University of British Columbia, studying political science and international relations. Having had her share of experiences at MUN conferences (ConnectMUN 2009 being her first), debate tournaments, and youth parliament assemblies, she is a strong advocate for discussion and open dialogue to address key issues around the globe. In her spare time, Fatima enjoys reading, researching cultural art, playing the saxophone, eating chocolate, and making up some long-needed sleep. Fatima is extremely excited to meet all of the CSW delegates and help ensure they have an unforgettable committee session at ConnectMUN 2011.
Organization!
Chair
Chaeri Lee
Chaeri Lee is a Grade 11 student at Collingwood School. In her free time, she likes playing the saxophone, listening to French songs, and reading. Chaeri has participated in many MUN conferences in her highschool years, both regional and international. ConnectMUN was one of her most favorite conferences, and she is excited to chair the Commision on the Status of Women this year. She looks forward to meeting all the CSW delegates and hopes that they will have a great experience during the conference.
Chair
Michelle Ko
Currently a senior at Steveston-London Secondary, Michelle enjoys running, debating and doing yoga. She runs a social justice club at her school and has organized several events supporting women's rights, including a public speaking competition for International Women's Week. Michelle is extremely excited to be chairing the Commission on the Status of Women and looks forward to facilitating the heated and insightful debate that will surely ensue during the conference.
Chair
Sonam Rai
Sonam Rai is in Grade 12 at Crofton House School, where she is one of the Model UN Activity Captains. She has participated in many MUN conferences in the Vancouver area over the years, including ConnectMUN. Apart from MUN, Sonam enjoys debate, School Reach, reading the Huffington Post, and watching far too much trashy TV than can possibly be good for her. Sonam hopes your experience in the Commission on the Status of Women will be an enjoyable one and feel free to approach her with any questions!
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