United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is a specialized UN body that focuses on securing global peace through forming connections among nations through education, science, culture, and communication. Part of the role of UNESCO is to promote press freedom and monitor misinformation. 

In an age where almost all news is consumed through various social media platforms, inequity in the access to technology has left countries in the dark. In this Specialized Committee, delegates are challenged to assess both the opportunities and challenges arising from the global media use. Delegates will be asked to (1) address equitable access to technology, as well as (2) discuss how to manage the use of AI and potential repercussions regarding misinformation spreading across social media platforms. 

Nitya Matcha is a freshman studying Computer Science. She is from Ashburn, in Northern Virginia and has been competing in Model UN throughout high school. She attended Rock Ridge High School and was one of the founding members for the high school's first ever MUN conference. She has chaired over five committees and is excited to chair UMUNC VII! Outside of UMUNC, Nitya is a member of the Maryland Parliamentary Debate Team. In her free time, you can find her drawing at Paint and Shells art club, and playing video games. For UNESCO, Nitya is excited to see what the delegates come up with to solve the inequity that comes along with a growing internet!