Disarmament and International Security Committee (DISEC)
APPROXIMATE COMMITTEE SIZE: 165 double DELEGATIONS
The Disarmament and International Security Committee (DISEC) assembles member states to address threats to international peace and security. Topic A will examine the rise of Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems (LAWS) in modern warfare, particularly their increasing sophistication, as well as the ethical and legal concerns surrounding their use. Delegates will address the development, proliferation, and regulation of LAWS while considering their implications for international law and global security. Topic B will focus on the growing illegal arms trade, which fuels terrorism and organized crime, especially in vulnerable regions. Delegates will consider how best to combat this transnational security threat through strengthened international cooperation, improved tracing mechanisms, tighter arms export regulations, and enhanced border security.
Chairs: Katherine Hart & Solène Degaynor
TOPICS
Topic A: The Rise of Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems in Global Warfare
Topic B: Mitigating the Illegal Trade of Arms on an International Level
about the chairs
Solène DeGaynor is a member of Georgetown’s Class of 2027 studying Business & Global Affairs, a joint degree between the Walsh School of Foreign Service and the McDonough School of Business. She was born in Paris, France, but spent the majority of her childhood living in Michigan.
She has been involved in MUN since high school, and you may recognize her from last year’s NAIMUN LXIII, where she served as Chief of Staff for the over 250 Georgetown students who make the conference come to life each year. However, she is so excited to be returning this year to be delegate facing once again!
When she’s not in committee, you can find Solène running to the monuments, picnicking on the lawn, or hunting down D.C.’s best coffee spots. She’s absolutely thrilled to be chairing DISEC and cannot wait to meet and connect with everyone!
Katherine Hart is a member of Georgetown’s Class of 2027 studying International Politics in the Walsh School of Foreign Service. Alongside her major, Katherine is working towards a Security Studies concentration, a Russian minor, and a Religion, Ethics, and World Affairs (REWA) minor, making her especially excited for this year’s DISEC.
Katherine’s MUN journey began in high school when she attended NAIMUN twice as a delegate. During her time at Georgetown, she served as USG of Non-Traditionals for NAIMUN LXII and, most recently, Director-General of NAIMUN LXIII. She is excited to return as a chair for her final NAIMUN before she graduates!
Outside of committee, Katherine loves to write for on-campus newspapers, cook with her friends, tutor, and relax with crafts! She hopes you bring insightful questions and unique perspectives to this year’s DISEC. But most importantly, Katherine is incredibly excited to chair a wonderful committee alongside her best friends!