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Amplifying Indigenous Voices, Securing Collective Rights.
United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues
United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues
Committee Summary
The United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) is the main committee that discusses the fundamental challenges regarding Indigenous Peoples.
Typically this panel would consist of individual experts. But here at BruinMUN, delegates will represent countries for this committee and must work together to develop impactful resolutions that can solve these pressing issues.
It is very important that when delegates are debating these topics, that a fine line of creativity and sensitivity is established. While genuine discussions on decolonized regions and autonomy is allowed, the Chair would highly smile upon your solutions to be impactful and personalized for the Indigenous Peoples themselves. Get specific on the types of groups you will support, be it Indigenous groups within your own country or any specific region.
This version of UNPFII seeks to pursue conversations on how countries can support the maintenance of Indigenous communities be it environmentally or socially. Overall, be sure to make your ideas inclusive when it tackles this specific group and ultimately find ways to actively take into account diversity, equity, and transparency.
MEET THE CHAIR
MIA DONATUCCI
What’s up Delegates?
I’m Mia Donatucci and thrilled to be your chair for UNPFII this BruinMUN! As a second-year pursuing a Global Studies major, I am deeply interested in the multifaceted aspects of our international community, specifically in educational rights for marginalized regions. Beyond MUN, I love watching sci-fi movies, reading romance novels, bingeing anime, listening to musical theatre, and going on food crawls. Additionally, I’m obsessed with rock climbing and aesthetic Pinterest fashion boards!
Being from Lakewood, California, I had the opportunity to compete in MUN conferences on the SoCal circuit. Starting from sophomore year, I have maintained my status as a GA delegate, but do respect the creative processes of Crisis committees. Because of this program, I have created strong bonds with my fellow club members, making some of my bestest friends. But MUN also gives me the opportunity to stay informed about pressing issues facing our world. During my time debating for the Conference of the Parties (COP) as a delegate at NHSMUN, I explored the nuanced solutions regarding sustainable development and climate resilience. This especially gave me the chance to become well versed in the treatment of Indigenous peoples and their autonomy pertaining to environmental protection.
With that said, the UNPFII is a prominent advisory body under the Economic and Social Council tasked with tackling Indigenous related issues. This can range from socioeconomic development all the way to cultural preservation. While I am looking for fun and creative debate, I hope you all keep in mind the importance of respecting the complex nature of topics we will discuss. Take time to research your country’s position on this matter and develop unique solutions that can leave an impact in committee. Extremely hyped to meet you all soon and if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
See you soon,
Mia Donatucci | Chair, UNPFII | BruinMUN 34