As the third committee of the United Nations General Assembly, the Social, Cultural, and Humanitarian Committee (SOCHUM) focuses on the issues regarding minority groups, discrimination, and social development. Consisting of all 193 member states of the United Nations, SOCHUM has played a pivotal role in discussing and addressing global human rights concerns through international cooperation since its inception in 1945. SOCHUM has not only repeatedly advocated for the human rights of many marginalized communities, including those in conflict zones, people with disabilities, women and children, but has also passed resolutions to increase global cooperation regarding issues like human trafficking and climate change. Although such resolutions are not legally binding, the actions and discussions within the committee have triggered adaptations to country policy, demonstrating the committee's crucial role in shaping international human rights frameworks.

This committee is suited for delegates of all experience levels, offering the traditional Model United Nations experience with orthodox Rules of Procedure and slower committee pacing.