Draft Resolution - Matter for Young

Committee: United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund

Topic: Mental Health for
Sponsors: Argentine Republic, The Plurinational State of Bolivia, The Federal
Republic of Brazil, Oriental Republic of Canada, The Republic of Croatia, The
State of Japan, The Republic of Philippines, The United Kingdom of Great
Britain and Northern Ireland, Oriental Republic of Uruguay, The Republic of
South Africa, The People’s Republic of China, The Russian Federation,
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; The Republic of Somalia,The State of Palestine, The
Central African Republic and The Republic of Korea.

Recognizing the importance of mental health in achieving overall well-being and development of
individuals, societies, and the world,

Emphasizing the importance of collaboration between governments, non-governmental

organizations, in addressing mental health issues in teenagers,

Deeply concerned about the rising prevalence of mental illness among teenagers, particularly
in under-resourced and rural areas,

Acknowledging the increasing prevalence of mental health issues among teenagers worldwide,
including anxiety, depression, and suicide,

Noting with concern the significant impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of
teenagers, exacerbating existing challenges and creating new ones,

Emphasizing the need for increased awareness, education, and support for teenagers' mental health,
including stigmatization and access to quality mental health services,

Taking into account the various factors that affect teenagers' mental health, such as social, economic,
cultural, and environmental factors,

Taking note of the existing international frameworks and laws related to mental health, including the
UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and the WHO Mental Health Action Plan 2013-2020,

Stressing the importance of promoting and protecting the rights of teenagers, including their right to
access health care services without discrimination or fear of violence,

Recalling the commitment of UNICEF to promote and protect the rights of children and teenagers,
including their right to health, education, and development,

1. Affirms the need of the implementation of “The Outside” plan whose main objective is to facilitate the
access of mental health services in rural areas or marginalized communities by four fundamental pillars:
a. Mental Health Care Centers: working hand in hand with the Brazilian government and its CAPS
plan (Priority Health Care Centers), promoting it and adapting it to other countries,
i. Prior consultation of the countries that wish to implement these centers within their
territories,
ii. Joint help of WHO for the supervision of these centers,
iii. The ministries of health of each country to generate a good analysis and implementation
according to the policy of each country,
b. Health personnel: implement a mental health support team that seeks to include the help of the
best volunteer psychologists and psychiatrists,
 i. Incorporate the support of Mais Medicos, Red Cross and Doctors without Borders with
the respective capacitation and preparation of the medical health team,
ii. Donations of medical supplies that other countries are willing to offer and the provision
of the equipment needed by the WHO,
iii. Management of resources in low-income countries, with this initiative we expect to
manage the reliability of resources in low-income zones so that the resources are
distributed proportionally to the necessity,
c. Improvement of the International Data Base:
i. Support of the specialists and professionals of the UNICEF's State of the World's
Children (SoWC),
ii. Constant support from each countries entities in charge of statistics and information
about the mental health of children and adolescents,
d. “Safe and Sound” funding:
i. Searching for the support of Bolsa Familia to help families covering the expenses given
for medical health care,
ii. Financial support from the UN and higher income countries such as UK, taking into
account that this financial aid will also be for low-income countries,
iii. At the same time, the UN should promote the participation of volunteer personnel in
assistance actions, offering them incentives such as economic bonuses or employment
portfolios;
2. Affirms the need of the implementation of “Empowering outsides minds” seeks to provide funding and
resources for youth mental health programs and services in low- and middle-income countries, plan
whose main objective is to facilitate the access of mental health services in rural areas or marginalized
communities by four fundamental pillars:
a. Mental Health Care Centers: working hand in hand with the Brazilian government and its CAPS
plan (Priority Health Care Centers), promoting it and adapting it to other countries,
i. Prior consultation of the countries that wish to implement these centers within their
territories,
ii. Joint help of WHO for the supervision of these centers,
iii. The ministries of health of each country to generate a good analysis and implementation
according to the policy of each country,
b. Health personnel: implement a mental health support team that seeks to include the help of the
best volunteer psychologists and psychiatrists,
i. Incorporate the support of Mais Medicos, Red Cross and Doctors without Borders with
the respective capacitation and preparation of the medical health team,
ii. Donations of medical supplies that other countries are willing to offer and the provision
of the equipment needed by the WHO,
iii. Management of resources in low-income countries, with this initiative we expect to
manage the reliability of resources in low-income zones so that the resources are
distributed proportionally to the necessity,
c. Improvement of the International Data Base:
i. Support of the specialists and professionals of the UNICEF's State of the World's
Children (SoWC),
ii. Constant support from each countries entities in charge of statistics and information
about the mental health of children and adolescents,
d. Low- and middle-income countries to address the shortage of mental health
workers,
a. Improving access to mental health resources and support for young
people in low- and middle-income countries,
i. Develop and implement a national strategy for mental health that
includes plans for improving access to resources and support for young
people,
 ii, Create community-based mental health programs and services that
are easily accessible for young people in remote and rural areas;

3. Suggests the implementation of "LifeCourts" as a critical initiative to provide a supportive and humane
response to individuals at risk of suicide, in accordance with international human rights standards,
a. Establishing LifeCourts as specialized courts to address the needs of
individuals at risk of suicide,
i. Developing protocols and procedures for identifying and
responding to individuals at risk of suicide in a humane and
supportive manner,
ii. Providing training for judges, lawyers, and other court
personnel on suicide prevention and intervention,
b. Providing multidisciplinary support services to individuals at risk of
suicide,
i. Providing mental health services, including counseling,
therapy, and medication management,
ii. Providing access to peer support services, such as support
groups and peer-to-peer counseling,
iii. Providing social support services, such as housing,
employment, and financial assistance,
iv. With the support of the “The outside”;

4. Approves the establishment of the "MindSafe Youth" initiative in collaboration with UNICEF, to
develop comprehensive international guidelines for addressing risk factors and promoting mental health
in youth;
a. Identification and Prevention of Risk Factors,
i. Conducting research and collecting data on risk factors that
contribute to mental health challenges in youth, such as poverty,
discrimination, bullying, and trauma,
ii. Developing strategies to prevent and mitigate the impact of risk
factors, such as promoting social support, providing psychoeducation,
and implementing community-based interventions,
b. Early Detection and Intervention,
i. Providing education and training to parents, caregivers, educators,
and healthcare providers on how to recognize early signs of mental
health problems in youth,
ii. Developing guidelines and protocols for screening and assessment
of mental health in youth, and providing appropriate interventions and
referrals as needed,
c. Promotion of Positive Mental Health and Wellbeing,
i. Developing guidelines and strategies for promoting positive mental
health and wellbeing in youth, such as building resilience, enhancing
coping skills,satke and promoting healthy lifestyles,
ii. Providing access to evidence-based mental health services and
support, including psychosocial interventions, counseling, and
medication, as appropriate,
d. Youth Participation and Empowerment
 i. Encouraging the active participation of youth in the development
and implementation of the guidelines, and promoting their
empowerment and leadership in promoting mental health and
wellbeing in their communities,
Ii. Ensuring the involvement of youth-led organizations and groups in
the "MindSafe Youth" initiative, and providing support and resources
for their activities and initiatives,
e. International Cooperation and Coordination
i. Strengthening international cooperation and coordination among
member states, UNICEF, in the development and implementation of
the guidelines, and sharing best practices and experiences,
ii. Promoting the integration of mental health into relevant
international frameworks and agendas, such as the Sustainable
Development Goals and the Convention on the Rights of the Child;

5. Proposes the “Message in a Bottle Plan” which consists of an international contest with a
focus into solving disable people’s mental health:
a. Regulated and managed by UNICEF in every nation,
i. Best app or website developed with the purpose of providing a mental- health
with technological tools ,
ii. Wins a scholarship for university education related to psychology, politics
and computer science,
b. Provided in partnership with the World Bank Development Fund,
i. Each state will be awarded a stipend,
ii. Implement the app and extend its reach to millions of young people in each
states;

6. Recognizing the importance of mental health and well-being in young people, as well
as the existing barriers to accessing adequate resources and support in low- and middle-income
countries,“Empowering young minds” seeks to provide funding and resources for youth
mental health programs and services in low- and middle-income countries, with the aim of
enhancing access to quality mental healthcare, promoting mental wellness, and improving the
overall wellbeing of young people;
a. Increasing funding for youth mental health programs and services in
low- and middle-income countries;
i. Allocate a significant portion of the national budget towards
youth mental health programs and services in low- and middle-income
countries,
ii. Establish partnerships with international organizations and private
sector companies to secure additional funding for youth mental health
initiatives,
[Link] financial incentives for mental health professionals to work
in low- and middle-income countries to address the shortage of mental
health workers,
b. Improving access to mental health resources and support for young
people in low- and middle-income countries,
i. Develop and implement a national strategy for mental health that
includes plans for improving access to resources and support for young
people,
 ii, Create community-based mental health programs and services that
are easily accessible for young people in remote and rural areas,

7. Proposes the initiative "RightsCheck" aimed at conducting a comprehensive review

of existing national mental health laws and policies to ensure their alignment with international
human rights standards,
a. Mandates the establishment of an independent expert group to review
existing mental health laws and policies,
i. The expert group should consist of individuals with expertise in
international human rights law, mental health policy, and lived
experience of mental health conditions,
ii. The expert group should be given adequate resources and funding
to carry out their review effectively,
b. Requires member states to ensure that their mental health laws and
policies align with international human rights standards,
i. Member states should incorporate principles of non-discrimination,
informed consent, and the right to access mental health services
without coercion into their laws and policies,
ii. Member states should establish mechanisms to monitor and ensure
compliance with human rights standards in mental health care,
c. Encourages member states to involve individuals with lived experience
of mental health conditions and civil society organizations in the
review process,
i. Member states should ensure meaningful participation of individuals
with lived experience of mental health conditions in the review
process, including consultation and engagement in decision-making,
ii. Member states should engage with civil society organizations to
provide feedback and input on the review process and to ensure
accountability in the implementation of recommendation,

8. Suggests the urgent need for innovative models and strategies to address the lack of
access to mental health services in underserved communities, the Mental Health for All
initiative proposes a comprehensive plan for expanding mental health services and promoting
well-being for all.
a. Developing community-based mental health programs that address the
unique needs of underserved populations,
i. Providing culturally sensitive and linguistically appropriate mental
health services to underserved communities,
ii. establishing partnerships with community organizations and local
leaders to increase awareness and participation in mental health
programs
b. Using technology and telehealth to increase access to mental health
services in remote and underserved areas,
i. Providing online counseling and telepsychiatry services to
underserved communities,
ii. Using mobile health technology to connect individuals in
underserved communities with mental health resources and support,
 c. Investing in mental health workforce development to increase the
number of mental health professionals in underserved communities,
i. Providing financial incentives for mental health professionals to
work in underserved areas,
ii. Developing training programs for community health workers and
other non-traditional mental health providers to expand the mental
health workforce in underserved areas,

9. Suggests the creation of MindWise, an organization dedicated to promoting mental

health education and intervention in school systems, to address the urgent need for improved
mental health support and resources for students,
a. Developing evidence-based mental health curricula for all grade
levels.
i. Developing age-appropriate mental health curricula that cover a
range of topics, such as stress management, coping skills, and healthy
relationships.
ii. Ensuring that mental health education is integrated into existing
health and wellness programs,
b. Providing mental health training for school staff,
i. Providing training to teachers and staff on recognizing and
responding to mental health concerns in students,
ii. Providing train+ing on how to support students with mental health
conditions and connecting them with appropriate resources,

10. Recommends the “1989 Program” whose main objective is to require nationals and
private schools by:
a. Interviewing as part of the national standard curriculum,
i. This will be once every 2 month,
ii. With the help of the “The Outside” program,
b. Work in partnership with local governments to provide a technology-first solution
through 2 steps,
i. Using green energy sources to provide electricity to those specific areas
where the access to this is scanty.
ii. Providing devices that have internet access to rural areas that do not have
them,
iii. Teaching how to use them safely and effectively where it will be made this in
cooperation with the UN Development Program (UNDP) and any
government that wants to help others with their own funds (USAID, UKAID,
etc);

11. Encourages the “Happiness” organization whose financiation support will be mainly by the
national Filipino companies by:
i. Education:
1. Organizing courses, campaigns, and fun activities to educate and
advise students from all over the country about taking care of their
mental health,
2. Encouraging them to learn about several mental diseases,
3. Emphasizing the importance of asking for help and learning to love
ourselves and each other without caring about our differences,
 4. Carried out with the support of the “Tied Together with a Smile” to
integrate its same initiatives,
ii. Destigmatization:
1. Erasing little by little the stigmatization around mental illnesses,
2. Asking for help or receiving therapy, as this stops most people from
getting treated and accepting they are not okay,
iii. Coverage:
1. This organization will initially be regional,
2. Considering the current information in the UN Population Fund
about different indigenous communities to ensure the integration of
all children and teenagers from isolated and economically challenged
areas into the project,
3. Make a report with the support of UNICEF towards the advances of
this project in order to expand worldwide in the future;

12. Welcomes the program “PIKACHU” which is focused on reducing mental health’s stigma
for racial minorities by providing an accurate educational guideline with the following pillars:
iv. Collecting data:
1. From personalized and professional online surveys,
2. Shared by the UN System Workplace Mental Health and Well-being
Implementation Board and Agenda Consulting,
v. Implementing theoretical and dynamic classes where topics such as mental
health and discrimination will be addressed,
1. Educational volunteer psychologists convened by regions,
2. They will be trained for 2 or 3 months and sent to each country,
3. It will be carried out in at least 5 schools per country so that the
proposal has an impact,
vi. Reintegration:
1. Objectify the establishment of spaces of integration that promote
tolerance, non-discrimination and diversity,
2. Every school should create their own clubs as extracurricular
activities,
vii. Host a semestral technocratic international forum which aims to design and
suggest the implementation of a mental health curricula, taking into
consideration an intercultural view of the issue, this will be composed of:
1. School authorities,
2. Student representatives,
3. Educational volunteer psychologists convened by regions,
4. The objective of the forum is to build a diagnostic report with
guidelines for the next implementation of psychoeducational
campaigns,
viii. Funding:
1. Financial support from the Global Financing Facility, to advance the
Global Strategy for Women’s, Children’s and Adolescents’ Health
(2016–2030)
2. Countries willing to give financial support for this project, taking
into account the active participation of the International Aid
Transparency Initiative;
13. Decides to remain seized of the matter.