Special Political and Decolonization Committee

Ethan Lyle, Director

Class Year: 2013

Concentration: Government

Hometown: Atlanta, Georgia

Favorite Place: Aruba

Favorite Food: Cookies n’ Cream Milkshakes

Favorite MUN Moment: Seeing a webcast from President Bill Clinton on Climate Change, which was addressed to delegates at THIMUN 2008.

Why did you choose these topics? Both of these subjects remain extremely relevant in today’s world. The challenge posed by the role of the drug trade in financing terrorism can initially seem overwhelming. This issue is rooted in deep webs of illicit activities and malicious acts of violence that have proven incredibly resilient in the face of efforts to neutralize these threats. As for the case of mines, we are confronted with largely indiscriminate weapons that can do immense harm to surrounding communities. Both of these problems continue to claim innocent lives every single day, and need to be solved by individuals who can work together to think critically and act decisively.

HMUN is the best because… Veritas. ‘Nuff said.

Topic A: The Question of Anti-Personnel and Sea Mines

Topic B: The Role of Illegal Drug-Trafficking in Financing Terrorist Organizations

Topic Area Summaries can be found on the General Assembly page.