Introduction to the WHA Simulation

What is a Simulation?

A WHO Simulation is just what it sounds like: a simulation of a meeting of the WHO World Health Assembly. This means that delegates come prepared to take on the role of a representative from a certain country, company, NGO, the press or an important individual, and, while staying true to that role, debate, discuss, and write up motions known as resolutions, that are to be voted on by the committee.

Objective of a Simulation

The objective of our committee sessions within the WHO Simulation is to produce a written resolution regarding the topic at hand, which is: 'Environment and Health: Tackling Water Scarcity'.

This section is meant to guide you as you conduct research on the topic that will be debated during committee meetings for the Virtual WHA Simulation. Please note that this guide simply serves as a starting point for your research. It is your responsibility to find as much information on the topic and how it relates to the country or organisation you represent, to be able to effectively participate in the debates. Your ability to affect the Resolution drafting process through discussions (informal and formal caucuses) and the simulation as a whole will increase as you learn more about the topic.