Group 2 - Working Paper Agenda Special Meeting on “Social and Economic measures to prevent genocide and war crimes, ethnic cleansing and crimes against humanity” Sub Agendas 1. Methods to protect to refugees during times of crisis 2. Economic measures to tackle Atrocity Crimes - - - - - - Addressing socioeconomic inequalities identified by The Office of the Special Advisor on the Prevention of Genocide, such as serious violations of human rights, including economic, social, housing, education etc. Ensuring basic rights such as food, housing, education, medical aid, psychological support etc. whose lack thereof can create conditions which may lead to atrocity crimes. Organizations like the IMF should provide financial aid to countries with a large strength of refugees. Financial aid from developed nations could be negotiated with such countries. Take swift and effective action then and there either using arms or without arms. (only after taking official confirmation from the vulnerable groups) Calling upon UNHCR to provide temporary passports to assist refugees fleeing from persecution In these situations, private sector actors are recommended to help refugees by providing them with employment or collaborating with other private organizations post crisis. Collaborative actions with neighboring countries to prevent the working of black markets which makes economical impact on the GDPs. Refugees should be encouraged to find jobs based on their skillset and should be assisted to grow their skillset. Requesting the IMF to create a fund under it - There could be an agreement between countries to start and maintain a trust, where all countries contribute a part of their income depending on their economic welfare over a period of time and then this fund can be later used to cater the needs of refugees which can include food, shelter and other personal privileges. The UN should encourage communities to directly support refugees through private sponsorship pathways which allows individuals, groups of individuals or organizations to nominate specific refugees to enter and stay in their country. - - - - The UN should assist Brokers and NGO and refugee organizations who are key in helping refugees gain their legal status. Education being a primary aspect should be much more focused on by the government and the organizations taking care of these refugees. The barriers due to the ethical and cultural differences should be worked upon by the government ensuring peace within the various communities of the same country. We can also ensure that these refugees feel safe in the country that they have been moved to and also ensure that they feel safe and secure among the people around and not feel alienated in any way. Countries are encouraged to provide conducive environments for refugees to learn and adapt to the new culture effectively Providing and facilitating access to employment opportunities to help refugees re-establish an independent, productive life and an adequate standard of living and they can gain knowledge and help post conflict reconstruction in their home countries. Countries should not use refugees as a political weapon in order to get inducements and to apply political pressure and receive political favors. Encourage countries to view refugees as assets and not liabilities, and focus on utilizing the skills that refugees may bring Investing and improving early warning systems that monitor potential flashpoints and indicators of atrocity crimes. - Encourage countries to open safe routes to asylums and refugee centers during times of crisis. Countries should work towards resettlement of refugees and administer medical assistance - Countries encouraged to have enough fiscal headroom to provide for refugee relief funds - Encourage countries to make use of financial policies suggested by IMF, which can benefit discriminated populations. Also recommends countries to cooperate with the IMF and World Bank to reduce poverty and improve standards of living, with special emphasis on reducing impoverished groups of population - In such crises, legal aid goes a long way. Legal proceedings should be provided to the refugees in need of assistance. - Recommends countries which are being affected by the crisis to increase exports from the other countries so that it is economically convenient for that country to grow. Recommend that countries make reforms to their laws to make immigration easier and faster Recommends that the international community focus on strengthening the governments and civil societies of weak states, which are most at risk for atrocity crimes Encourages countries to follow policies that ensure refugee families are not split up during rehabilitation - -
