Hello delegates =)

This will likely be the last blog on the black market in human organs until we meet! Here are some final considerations:

Kosovo --
Perhaps expanding the mandate of our committee, think abou the human rights implications of human organ trafficking
http://www.emg.rs/en/news/serbia/175257.html
Along that line of thought, what is the role of transparency in this situation? How do we ensure it? What are the potential consequences if it is not achieved?
http://www.balkaninsight.com/en/article/serbia-demands-explanations-on-k...

Hi everyone!

As we approach the conference, I'd like all of you to take a moment, step back, and analyze both of our issues from a bird's eye view. What are the greater implications of each topic? While it's important to know the details and have examples of regional problems, keep in mind that we will be simulating an international body!

Latest update on Kosovo situation -- a lawmaker has agreed to testify in the Medicus investigation:
http://www.balkaninsight.com/en/article/kosovo-lawmaker-testifies-in-med...

Hi everyone!

[the before]
I came across this article which reminded me of similar programs that many high schools sponsor. It talks about a panelist of reformed gang members and their life decisions. Do you think this is an effective strategy to prevent at-risk youth from making poor choices?
http://www.lvrj.com/news/students-hear-panelists-talk-about-life-choices...

[the after]

Hi everyone =) Hope your week's been going well -- we're only 3 weeks away from NHSMUN!!!!!

Here are some rehabilitation programs and mentoring programs for reformed gang members and at-risk youth.
The Weed & Seed program: http://www.heraldonline.com/2012/02/10/3732221/city-council-considers-re...
In Boston: http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2012/02/09/at_ri...

A quick update on the London riots -- new developments: http://uk.reuters.com/article/2012/02/08/uk-britain-gangs-idUKTRE8170LB2...

The following two articles are about the effects of urban gang violence on economies and societies, specifically in Latin America and the Caribbean. In light of the Caribbean Human Development Report 2012 that was just published, the UN [specifically the UNDP] has made some important predictions and statements.

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/g/a/2012/02/08/prweb9177841...