Security Council
United Nations Security Council
The Security Council is one of the six main organs established under the UN charter, it has a primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security, counts with the ability to foster negotiations, imposes sanctions and authorizes the use of force, including the deployment of peacekeeping missions. The Security Council's primary functions include identifying threats to peace, recommending peaceful solutions, and, if necessary, authorizing enforcement actions such as imposing sanctions or authorizing military interventions. Decisions made by the Security Council are binding on all UN member states, and a veto power held by any of the permanent members can block resolutions.
Antonia Escobar & Luciana Badel
Guide Security Council
Letter from the chair
Dear delegates,
It is with great excitement and honor that we welcome you to ASMUN VIII. It is a pleasure for me to be able to preside over this committee alongside Luciana Badel from Marymount School. The preparation leading to this event has been filled with adventures and new experiences for everyone, but above all it has taught us to love the things we are passionate about. We know that this is a challenging experience for everyone, but we hope that you learn to love and enjoy it as much as we have.
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MUN is more than just resolutions and debate, it is a platform where ideas, creativity and innovation are praised. The challenges we face in the real-world are reflected in the committee, and the best solutions arise from those that think outside the box. From those that are not afraid to accept challenges, to propose new strategies, and to challenge what is viewed as “traditional” perspectives.
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This is why the biggest tip we can give you is to get out of your comfort zone. Accept points of information, talk with your head held high, reflect confidence, but most importantly, enjoy this adventure. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes, we all have made mistakes at one point or another. Even those that seem the most experienced delegates have still a lot to learn.