United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Topic: Affordable Housing
Resolutions
Director: Ryan Sugita & Nathan Ju
Contact: [email protected]
Hello! My name is Nathan Ju, and I’m ecstatic to be your Co-Director for the UN-HABITAT Committee! I began my MUN journey in 9th grade, the year we came back from the pandemic, which created my passion for urban housing and infrastructure. UN-Habitat is the United Nations agency focused on promoting sustainable urban development and improving living conditions in cities and human settlements. It works to address challenges such as inadequate housing, urban sprawl, and environmental sustainability through policy guidance, technical assistance, and capacity building. At first, I was just as nervous and unprepared as you guys. However, with consistent practice and developing a passion for public speaking, I know all of you guys can reach your potential! During my free time, I enjoy having fellowship and going to church with my friends and family. In school, I am on the varsity basketball team at Cerritos High School, which we had just won CIF last year! I love to play Brawl Stars and Valorant, go to Seaside Bakery late at night, wear Stussy and Essentials with baggy jeans, listen to Keshi and Illenium, drink boba, and I wanna go to UCI! I can’t wait to hear everyone’s solutions and stance for this topic during committee and I wish you guys the best of luck preparing! Public speaking and collaborating with others may seem scary at first, but as you persevere, it will help you grow significantly both as a person and a MUN delegate! If you have any questions, don’t be afraid to email me or follow my IG @joocyju about any of the questions you have! Good luck! Hi, I'm Ryan Sho Sugita, and I'm thrilled to be your Director for the UN-HABITAT Committee. My MUN journey, starting in 9th grade, has deepened my interest in urban housing and infrastructure. Despite the challenges and sleepless nights, I've grown significantly and developed a passion for public speaking and collaboration. My curiosity about creating better urban spaces pulled me into the world of UN-Habitat, where I found that tackling city issues can be as thrilling as a plot twist in your favorite TV shows. But honestly, their work on improving cities is fascinating, and I’m excited for us to tackle these issues together. UN-Habitat was created in 1978 to focus on sustainable cities and provide shelter for people. It works in over 90 countries to make sure cities are safe, resilient, and have decent living conditions for everyone. In 2016, they helped develop the New Urban Agenda, a plan for improving cities over the next 20 years. UN-Habitat focuses on affordable housing, reducing inequality, and promoting environmentally friendly growth. Outside of MUN, I enjoy playing video games like Fortnite, Valorant, and Brawl Stars. Additionally, I enjoy playing basketball, running track, hiking, and going to beaches. I'm very friendly and easy-going, so feel free to email me with any questions about MUN, committee info, or the conference in general! I cannot wait to meet all of you in person and listen to your amazing ideas and collaboration. Remember to try your best, learn something new, and Have Fun!!! Feel free to email me or follow my IG @subugark1ng |