UN Women Committee

1. Introduction

Simulation of UN Women’s work to promote gender equality and empower women and girls globally.

2. Mandate & Objectives

• Promote gender equality and women’s rights
• Support women’s economic, political, and leadership empowerment
• Eliminate violence against women and girls
• Coordinate gender mainstreaming across UN agencies and partners

3. Committee Structure

• Membership: UN Member States and stakeholder representatives
• Leadership: Chair, Vice-Chairs.

4. Typical Session Flow

1. Roll call and agenda adoption
2. General debate
3. Caucusing (formal and informal)
4. Drafting resolutions

5. Draft Resolution Components

• Preambulatory clauses citing CEDAW, Beijing Declaration, and key conventions
• Operative clauses outlining programs, legal reforms, and monitoring

6. Rules of Procedure

• (to be announced)

7. Delegate Preparation & Strategy

• Research national gender policies and best practices
• Draft position papers with UN Women data
• Collaborate with NGOs and civil society
• Use case studies to support proposals

8. Expected Outcomes

• Resolutions advancing gender-responsive policies
• Enhanced understanding of gender mainstreaming
• Stronger networks with stakeholders

9. Conclusion

Empower delegates to champion gender equality and draft impactful resolutions.