
WFP Panel Discussion
The Quest to Zero Hunger, hosted by AUSMUN, was a fruitful event full of education and inspiration. The interactive panel was moderated by Julia Jose, Director of Research, and featured esteemed guests Ms. Nehal Hegazy, External Partnerships Officer for the GCC division of World Food Program (WFP) and Ms. Zeina Habib, Head of Communications of GCC division of the WFP. On the agenda for the panel were topics such as the WFP’s win of the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize, the efforts made
UAE’s efforts in handling COVID-19 crisis
In light of recent events, it is unfortunate to say that the pandemic has affected the lives of millions of people around the world. Covid-19 has put a halt on our lives and continues to impact us physically, mentally, and emotionally. The economy has taken a hit resulting in businesses shutting down and a plethora of people losing their source of income. The countries affected each handled the situation in various ways; Some countries took action as soon as the pandemic hit,

Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF Goes Virtual
Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF combines the festivities of Halloween and the spirit of giving, to create an event that is truly worth participating in. The American tradition began on Halloween in 1950, when Philadelphian children went door to door collecting donations for children in need across the world. The legacy of this act of kindness is its continuation for 70 years, with approximately $180 million raised in support of the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and their

A Halloween Intertwined with Peace
Halloween is a time for trick or treat, pumpkin carvings, huge feasts but most importantly dressing up. The trademark of the festival is children and adults alike dressed up in different costumes, an opportunity to manifest your spooky potential and unleash your creativity. However, it is certainly not the calmest of festivals. In recent years, there has been a growing awareness of the impact that Halloween costumes have on a child’s mindset. Therefore, parents and organizati