COMMITTEE: Economic and Social Committee
QUESTION OF: Strategies to Improve Global Access to Education and Healthcare in
Conflict Zones and Politically Unstable Regions
SUBMITTED BY: Turkey
CO-SUBMITTED BY: Uganda
Acknowledging that millions of people, including children, in conflict zones and politically unstable regions are denied access to education and healthcare,
Recognising the importance of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Good Health and Well-being and Quality Education, in addressing these challenges,
Recalling the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which proves the rights to education
and healthcare as fundamental for every individual,
Noting with appreciation the work of UNICEF, WHO, and other international organisations in providing schools, clinics, and mobile services in areas affected by conflict,
Deeply concerned about the long-term impact of inadequate education and healthcare on children, families, and communities,
Welcoming the efforts of member states, including Türkiye, to provide education and healthcare for refugees and displaced populations through innovative programs,
1. Calls upon all member states to prioritise education and healthcare in their
international aid efforts, with a focus on areas affected by conflict or political
instability;
2. Recommends that member states collaborate with organisations such as UNICEF and WHO to set up mobile health clinics and temporary education centers in conflict zones, ensuring they are staffed with qualified professionals and equipped with necessary resources;
3. Encourages the creation of a global fund, supported by donations from member states and private organisations, to finance education and healthcare projects in areas of need, with transparent allocation of resources;
4. Suggests that countries hosting refugees implement integration programs, including language training and mental health support, to help displaced children succeed in local schools and families access healthcare;
5. Proposes the development of a digital learning platform, with contributions from member states, to provide education to children in areas where physical schools cannot be built due to conflict;
6. Requests that international organisations provide training to local healthcare workers and educators in conflict zones, ensuring that services can continue long-term without heavy reliance on foreign aid;
7. Urges member states to share successful strategies and best practices for
addressing these challenges, such as Türkiye’s experience with refugee education and healthcare integration programs;
8. Encourages further research and innovation in delivering education and healthcare to remote and conflict-affected regions, including the use of technology like telemedicine and online classrooms;
9. Calls upon the General Assembly to convene annual reviews to monitor the progress of these initiatives and make adjustments where necessary.
