The Social, Humanitarian and Cultural Committee (SOCHUM) focuses on addressing global issues related to human rights, social development, humanitarian crises, and the protection of vulnerable populations. It provides a space for delegates to debate, propose solutions, and build consensus on challenges that affect the dignity and well-being of people around the world.

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SOCHUM was established as the Third Committee of the United Nations General Assembly in 1945, alongside the creation of the UN itself. Since then, it has played a central role in shaping international standards on human rights, advancing social progress, and responding to emerging humanitarian concerns through resolutions and cooperative frameworks.