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The 7th

Houssam Hariri High School

Model United Nations Conference

Special Conference Committee

Topic: World Animal Protection

Co-Presidents: Lina Abu Zeinab & Rawan Habli

Chair: Farah Hassoun

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Table of Contents:

I. Description of the committee: ................................................................................................. 3

II. Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 3

III. Timeline: .................................................................................................................................. 4

IV. Subtopics: ................................................................................................................................ 6

V. Countries’ Histories: ................................................................................................................ 9

VI. Hints and Tips:....................................................................................................................... 11

VII. Countries Represented: .......................................................................................................... 12

VIII. Contact us: ...................................................................................................................... 12

IX. References: ............................................................................................................................ 13

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I. Description of the committee:

The Special Conference is a created committee which its aim is to execute a special

function in the 7th HHHSMUN. The dais of this committee believes it is time to think

beyond the UN’s usually tackled topics under the theme “Time”. “World Animal Protection”

is rarely acknowledged by communities and nations, and that is related to the unawareness of

the deep connection between the human race and animals. Centuries ago, humans couldn’t

identify their bond with animals. Today, this bond benefits humans as it gradually

strengthens and improves. However, it is clearly evident that animals are still being abused

and harmed cruelly. It is time to protect animals and preserve the bond that is shared with

them. We can reach a better world only when animals and humans are both a fraction of the

resolution. In this committee, delegates are required to debate and come up with practical and

original resolutions that aim for the protection of animals. Delegates are expected to be fully

acquainted with their countries’ positions and past actions. They must come up with durable

strategies and plans to protect animals and empower animal welfare. Delegates are advised to

uphold a divergent thinking; they must not be limited within the topic and think out of the

box.

II. Introduction

Why is animal protection important? Why should we treat animals with respect and

consideration? Animals and humans have always lived together from the beginning. This

bond has always existed and it is clear from religion and mythology. The human-animal bond

is ancient, complex, and deep. Both have simultaneously developed due to the other. They

served as companions, entertainers, food, and clothing for years. Caring for animals certainly

helped shape the human evolution. For us to continue this evolution and for us to naturally

“be human” we must help and care for the animals. One hundred years ago, cats were used

to hunt, dogs were used to herd, horses were used for war, and they were all only used.

Humans didn’t have sympathetic feelings towards animals. One hundred years ago, black

people were enslaved, women seemed inferior, and they were only mistreated. Humans

didn’t even have sympathetic feelings towards other humans. But today, animal movements

exist and animals are rapidly earning the protection they deserve. Slavery no longer exists

and women are getting their rights. This was to only show that it is clear that the humans and

animals have improved together to make a better world. What is truly breathtaking is how

much this human-animal bond has grown! Humans have been actively & increasingly

seeking knowledge to better understand animals. Therefore, it is very crucial to preserve this

bond and constantly increase it and make it deeper.

100 million animals are slaughtered in labs every year. More than 100 animals perish in zoos

every year. 10,000 dogs die from dog fighting every year. Thousands of fish are killed from

oil spills every year. Between 200 and 2,000 species go extinct every year. If this continues,

what will be left? Animal abuse comes in all shapes and sizes and is sadly found in every part

of the world. Animal cruelty comes in two forms: active cruelty and passive cruelty. Passive

cruelty is neglecting an animal and leading to their suffering as a result. Active cruelty,

however, is intentionally harming an animal and leading to their immediate suffering and

pain. Animal abusers who perform active and passive cruelty are usually people who suffer

from psychological illnesses. According to a CFAWR study, “animal abusers are five times

more likely to commit violent crimes against people”. Abusing an animal is just the same as

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abusing a person. An abused animal can turn on a human in an instant just like if a child was

abused they’d turn to a violent adult. We are no different than an animal. Animals fear death.

Animals wish to live. They feel pain be it emotional or physical. The way a human treats any

animals shows his true nature. Therefore, animal abuse is indeed a human problem. Animal

rights are human rights; it is important to note that every animal has the right to be free from

hunger, discomfort, pain, and fear. Animals have the right to be free. Improving world

animal protection is utterly necessary as a step to make the world a better place for us both,

humans and animals.

III. Timeline:

Date Event

1800s Humans didn’t care about animals and they only saw them as objects to use.

1821 Jeremy Benthem, a philosopher, was declared to be "the first patron saint of

animal rights" so he was famous for being one of the earliest people to speak

out against animal cruelty.

1835 The Cruelty to Animals Act was an act of the governmental of the United

Kingdom which its purpose was to protect household animals from abuse. This

act banned bear-baiting and cockfighting. It led to the protection of various

animals, helped create shelters, and hospitals for animals. The Cruelty to

Animals Act has been picked up several times after and every time it has been

improved.

1865 The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has been

created by Henry Bergh. It was the very first society to be found in North

America and now it is one of the largest to ever exist. Over the years, the

ASPCA has granted $12 million to animal welfare organizations, 4,600 dogs

and cats at the ASPCA center found loving homes, 18% more animal abusers

got arrested, 10,000 animals were rescued by the ASPCA team, and much more

has been done by the ASPCA.

1880 An organization entitled “Band of the Mercy” was create to educate the youth

about animal abuse and the organization mostly taught them to be kind to all

animals. They made meetings and activities that were specifically for the sake

of their lessons on kindness towards all kinds of animals. The members

increased fast to reach more than twenty thousand in the United States of

America, and they all followed the same initiate that was “I will try to be kind

to all living creatures, and try to protect them from cruel usage.”

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1925 The Animal Protection Act was created to protect all animals not just domestic

ones. And they vary from birds to farm animals.

1940 Poliovirus is a deadly infectious virus that spreads easily from person to person

and the first vaccine for it was made by Jonas Salk, who tested it on 100,000

monkeys.

1950 Increase in animal testing.

1966 The Animal Welfare Act was created for the sole purpose to control the use of

animals in examination, show, and transport.

1976 The Animal Liberal Front Act was established. It shows illegal direct actions

against animal cruelty by saving and rescuing animals. In the first year, the

destruction they created equaled 250,000 Euros; however, it also managed to

save 1,000 foxes from a fur farm in that year. The illegal ALF actions are still

done many times after several years that the US considers them a terrorist

threat.

1980 “People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals” is an animal rights organization.

It has 400 employees and 6.5 million members and supporters. It is also

believed to be the largest animal rights group. It has very recognized

accomplishments from all around the world.

2005 The United States Senator accused Peta of siding with the ALF, an animal

rights terrorist group.

2007 USA bans horse slaughter to prevent the production of horse meat.

2009 The European Union bans cosmetics testing

2010 A killer whale kills his trainer in SeaWorld that got punished $70,000.

2011 Several celebrities have helped spreading awareness and made protects for the

protection of animals like Hayden Panettiere and Ellen DeGeneres.

2013 The documentary “Blackfish” gets viral that leads to criticism from all over the

world of SeaWorld.

2016 The International Union for Conservation of Nature declared that pandas are no

longer endangered. Knowing that they have been endangered for 50 years, this

is an exciting and massive step for humanity.

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IV. Subtopics:

A. Animals in Film:

There are a big portion of movies that display animal actors/actresses. The movies

make it look like the animals are in perfect shape but little do the audience know the

real condition these animals are in. These poor animals go through abusive training

methods, forced to be put in cages for most of their lives, and many are taken away

from their mothers. Some movies were exposed to have an animal killed during

filming. The most recent incident was during the filming of The Hobbit that led to

the death of 27 animals. Animals have always been a part of the entertainment

media since they are the reason for several movies’ success and fame.

B. Zoos:

We all grew up with fond memories about zoos completely ignorant until we found

the reality and truth behind them. Hundreds of animals are killed every year in zoos

for several reasons. If people look closely, they’d see that these caged animals are

deprived of everything that is natural. Most of them suffer from psychological issues

which lead to depression and abnormal behaviors. Stress is very common in zoo

animals and that is because of the public, lack of freedom, and insufficient living

circumstances.

C. Animals in Sports:

It is when specific animals are forced to train and fight for entertainment. They are

constantly being cruelly abused for it;

a. Bullfighting:

Each year thousands of bulls are slaughtered in bullrings. Bulls are inhumanly

abused in every match that sometimes they get their ears and tails removed,

eyes get infected, get injected by drugs, and in even worse cases they let them

die from blood loss.

b. Dogfighting: 16,000 dogs are killed each year from forced dogfights. They too get their

tails and ear ripped off in some cases. And they are forced to take drugs to

increase aggressiveness and improve mass muscle. Dogfighting is illegal in

many countries but still exists today and excessively.

D. Animal Testing:

Studies have shown that between 100,000 and 200,000 animals suffer and die every

year all around the world. It’s the ugly secret truth the beauty industry doesn’t show;

an industry which aims to make humans look beautiful through a repulsive inhumane

procedure. These animals are forced to endure extreme pain from chemicals that are

injected in their eyes and skin. Some beauty industries don’t even provide pain

relief. Humans have different genetic material than animals, and therefore animals

cannot substitute for human in testing.

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E. Animal Parts Trade:

It’s a worldwide industry dealing in the gaining and auction of animal parts like fur

and ivory.

a. Fur Trade: Each year, more than one billion rabbits, foxes, dogs, and seals are trapped to

be skinned and killed for their fur. They live most of their lives in cage until

they die due to illness and stress or until they get slaughtered. They develop

psychotic behaviors and they are exposed to harsh unsuitable weather.

b. Elephant Poaching: 100,000 elephants have killed by poachers every year. Despite the prohibition

on the international trade in ivory, elephants are still being poached today.

Their ivories are made into jewelry and ornaments and sold for $1,500 per

pound. Are ivory decorations worth killing innocent elephants?

F. Shark Finning: It’s the process where sharks’ fins are removed after hunting sharks and then

throwing the sharks back to the water to die excruciatingly. Sharks can’t swim

without their fins, and that’s why they sink to the bottom of the ocean to die. Not

only is it a cruel process, but it is also vain and wasteful. Finning is for the purpose

of shark fin soup common in East Asia, and it is increasing at an alarming rate!

G. Whaling: Because whales are one of the hugest creatures of this planet, killing them is no easy

tasks. The whaling procedure is cruel and inhumane, where whales are harpooned

several times before they are dragged into whale vessels. They are even shot

sometimes with high-powered rifles and that is for the sake of scientific uses and

commercial ones.

H. Dolphin Slaughter: Dolphins in Japan, Peru, the Solomon Islands and the Faroe Islands are not protected

but rather slaughtered for their meat. In fact, more than 1 million dolphins have been

slaughtered in hunts in the span of 70 years in Japan. During drive hunts, dolphins

and whales are hoarded for marine sales. The ones not chosen are slaughtered

inhumanely. According to the AFD organization, “the fishermen kill the dolphins

and whales using long metal rods, which they repeatedly thrust into the animals'

backs, just behind the blowhole. Wooden wedges are forcefully inserted into the

open wounds to prevent blood seeping into the area of the cove visible to observers.”

I. Pet Trade: Puppy mills, pet shops and breeders view animals as moneymaking machines.

Despite the animal overpopulation where thousands of animals are in need of shelter

and care, puppy mills and breeders keep on mating their animals to make puppies

and kittens and sell them to pet shops. Pets are confined in tiny cages deprived of

their environmental needs. Also, many pets are subject to terrible conditions and

maltreatment in puppy mills.

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J. Circuses: Although circuses are a fun place to be at for humans, the enjoyment comes at the

expense of animals. Circuses are darker than what they seem where trainers use

“whips, tight collars, muzzles, electric prods and bull hooks” along with some other

horrific tools to oblige animals to perform. The transportation of animals from place

to place, where they are constantly confined in cages, is severe and unhealthy for

them. Circus animals must be protected and well-treated unlike what is currently

happening in major circuses.

K. Endangered Species:

Every single day, all around the world, thousands of animals are struggling for their

lives. They are enslaved, beaten, and kept in chains to perform for human

entertainment. They are slaughtered for us to eat; they are poisoned, blazed, and

mutilated in the name of “science” ; they are chained and skinned alive so people can

march around in their coats; all eventually resulting in their extinction. Scientific

studies have proved that a third of the world’s amphibians, a quarter of all mammals

and one in eight birds are endangered.

a. Pandas: These animals have an essential role in the bamboo forests where

they rove dispersing seeds and easing the growth of vegetation. Unfortunately,

roads are increasingly shattering the forest, which decreases panda

populations and intercepts mating. Also, the destruction of forests reduces

pandas’ admission to the bamboo they need to cling to. Pandas had been

endangered species in 2004, however; they are currently a “vulnerable to

extinction” species after a 17 percent increase in their number.

b. Asian Elephants: A future for Asian elephants ensures a future for other

species and wild spaces. In Myanmar, elephants are hunted down every year

for illegal wildlife trade or tourism industries. In some countries, Asian

elephants are harassed illegally for their ivory and skin. Efforts and attempts

are being made not only to refine security, but also to encourage convict

reproduction rather than taking from the wild. With about 30 percent of the

remaining Asian elephants in custody, attention needs to be paid to improve

care and targeted breeding programs.

L. Absence of transparency in reporting systems: The number of animals used for testing and research is usually monitored by the

Federal Guidelines. “The United States Department of Agriculture” and “Animal

and Plant Health Inspection Service” are obliged to report ever year the number of

animals used for scientific purposes. However, the reporting system is crooked

where APHIS is not providing specific data on the purpose of animal use. Also, mice

and cold-blooded animals are not included under the Animal Welfare Act, so no

reports are provided for the use of these animals.

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V. Countries’ Histories:

A. China: “The Wildlife Protection Law” which was promulgated in China in 1989 had been

disapproved by animal protection activists mainly because it openly encouraged

using animals for human advantage. Later, this legislation was amended on the 2nd

of July, 2016. The modified law precisely prohibits the mistreatment of wild animals

in breeding facilities. However, China lacks a law that prohibits maltreatment of

animals in general. The Chinese Government fails to enforce the amended law as

tigers are still being purposely mistreated to death in breeding facilities when they

are no longer “useful”, knowing that the financial benefit off a dead tiger is greater

than a living one. Also, the amended law misses out on exotic animal entertainment.

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Rural Development proposed a governmental

ban on live animal performances in zoos in 2011, but it was unenforced. The

modified national legislation carries on permitting wild animal performances and

cruelty. But, the growing public disapproval has notably affected two main “dog-

eating” festivals, with the “Zhejiang” festival forcefully being shut down in 2011

and the “Yulin” festival no longer getting government aid. Even though the

modification in law proved to be tremendously ineffective, the official

acknowledgment by law that animal maltreatment is extremely unacceptable shows a

significant step on the behalf of China.

B. Mexico: The Federal Republic of Mexico, which consists of 31 states, lacks Animal Welfare

legislation in its “Código Penal Federal” and the Federal District. Although animal

protection is recognized in most states, the inconsistency between all states creates a

barrier towards the improvement of animal welfare across Mexico. The country has

not yet officially expressed support for the “Universal Declaration on Animal

Welfare”. The Mexican Ministries of Health, of Environment and of Education

execute plans to “spread culture and behavior of good treatment and respect for

animals”. Still, there are many gruesome festivals that take place in Mexico and

involve horrific animal cruelty, such as the “Kots Kaal Pato” where “a duck is hung

from a wooden scaffold and contestants try to grab him or her, which breaks the

bird’s neck and splatters the audience with blood.” according to the PETA

organization.

C. Russia: While many countries have pushed for animal protection legislations, the Russian

Federation has not officially recognized animal welfare. Sadly, the country views

animals as objects in its Civil Code, specifically in article 137. The Russian

government has not vouched support for the Universal Declaration on Animal

Welfare. Animal cruelty is mentioned in the Penal Code of the Russian Federation.

However, the article describes animals as a “regenerating natural resource that

should be used rationally for the purpose of satisfaction of spiritual and material

needs of Russian nationals”. This does not lawfully promote to the welfare and

protection of animals. In Russia, there is an overpopulation of animals due to the

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lack of a breeding regulating system. Also, the hygienic case of pets is severe since

they are not vaccinated or sterilized. It also reported by the LAPA organization that

“Tens of thousands of cats and dogs are abandoned every year. The ones that survive

breed, others die of hunger, illness, cruelty and severe weather conditions”. Animal

public shelters in Moscow and other cities of Russia are poorly structured and lead

by unprofessional people. The maltreatment and cruelty has resulted in the deaths of

thousands of pets. Private shelters that care for abandoned animals are drastically

underfunded.

D. South Korea:

In 1991, the country adopted its first “Animal Protection Law” which vaguely

prohibited “animal cruelty and inhumane slaughter” and promoted animal welfare.

Later in 2007 and 2011, the 1991 legislation was amended by the South Korean

government to become more accurate with tougher penalties. However, this law still

does not prohibit dog meat trade due to loopholes in the legislation. The

consumption of dog meat is considered traditional in South Korea, and it is thought

to be healthy despite the fact that it is dangerous and spreads infections. According

to “Soi Dog Foundation”, 2.5 million dogs and numerous cats are butchered and

consumed in South Korea every year, and that is not considered illegal. Humane

Society International’s Kelly O’Meara describes the conditions dogs and cats face as

“horrific”. Ways of butchery include “hanging by the neck, prolonged beatings with

pipes and hammers, and electrocution. Often, cats are boiled alive, and dogs are

routinely blowtorched to remove their fur and to brown their skin.” It is believed in

South Korea that the greater the pain suffered by these animals, the better their taste

is. This sheds the light to the failure of the government at raising the public’s

awareness regarding the danger and cruelty of dog meat consumption as well as the

falseness of such myths.

E. United States of America: In 1641, the United States initiated the effort to carry out legislations that aim for the

protection of animals from maltreatment and cruelty. At present, there is a law at the

federal level vouching for the welfare of a number of animals excluding “rats, mice

and livestock”. The “1958 Humane Methods of Slaughter Act” necessitates “cattle,

calves, horses, mules, sheep and swine” to be treated and killed humanely, excluding

poultry. But, the United States of America lacks a broad “anti-cruelty” law at the

federal level. The elimination of poultry from national “humane slaughter and

transport legislation” prevents the development of animal welfare as nine billion of

the ten billion land animals slaughtered yearly for food lack national protection from

brutal treatment in farms, during transport and at the slaughterhouse. Not only that,

but dogfighting has been widespread in the US since the Civil War for entertainment

and profit. Trained pits have spread in the 1860s. Dogfighting is still common these

days in the United States and it is prevalent in all areas of the country. Animal

hoarding is also extensive in the US with a range of 900 to 2,000 new cases

annually. Also, main animal circuses have been violating the basic animal care

standards provided for by the “United States Animal Welfare”. On a positive note,

the active “Animal Protection Movement” in the States is supported financially and

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publically. Also, a great number of the states have considerably empowered laws of

animal protection based on the “United States Animal Protection Laws 2012

Rankings Report” provided by the “Animal Legal Defense Fund”. The state-by-state

animal protection law creates a hard route to ensure animal welfare and anti-cruelty.

VI. Hints and Tips:

A. Questions to Consider:

1. What are all the forms and shapes of animal cruelty?

2. What effects does animal cruelty have on humans?

3. Why is animal protection important?

4. How can awareness be raised?

5. To what extent do social and financial obstacles prevent the development of

animal welfare in your country? How can these obstacles be conquered?

6. What are methods of testing cosmetics other than animal testing?

7. What legislations can be amended and how?

8. How can we protect endangered animals and prevent their extinction?

B. Suggested Sites:

1. www.animalsandsociety.org

2. www.humanesociety.org

3. awionline.org

4. www.worldanimalprotection.org

C. Make sure to:

Use credible resources.

Stay in character and keep representing their respective countries’ positions

and not their own.

Be creative in suggesting solutions, yet rational with respect to the countries’

capabilities.

Arm yourself with deep knowledge about animal cruelty and maltreatment in

all its forms and shapes.

Be familiar with all NGOs that work for animal protection as they will be

helpful for you.

Acknowledge your respective countries’ past actions on animal protection and

go over your respective countries’ histories with animal cruelty.

Have fun.

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VII. Countries Represented: (will add more if the number of delegates is greater than

that requested):

Africa Asia Europe Oceania The Americas

Algeria China Austria Australia Argentina

Egypt India Denmark New Zealand Brazil

Kenya Indonesia France Canada

Morocco Japan Germany Chile

Nigeria Malaysia Italy Mexico

South Africa North Korea Poland United States of America

Pakistan Romania

Philippines Russia

South Korea Spain

Turkey Sweden

Switzerland

United Kingdom

VIII. Contact us:

Co-President: Lina Abu Zeinab

Email: linaxlina22@yahoo.com

Phone Number: +961 70 038388

Co-President: Rawan Habli

Email: rawan.hani.habli@gmail.com

Phone Number: +961 71 116105

Chair: Farah Hassoun

Email: farahhassoun@gmail.com

Phone Number: +961 78 885449

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