By: Juana Sanchez Castillo

Nearing the end of the formal session of GA3, representatives have spoken out about the difficulties they have faced sharing their own voices and opinions. To combat this, representatives from Ukraine and Zimbabwe have found different outlets for having their voices heard.

Representative Francesca Mezei of Ukraine believes that Ukraine has been unable to speak as much as they would have hoped for. When asked if Ukraine has any message they would like to express to other delegations who feel unheard, Representative Mezei said, “Just stick in there, it’s gonna be okay…Also, seize every opportunity. You’re gonna need it even if it seems like it’s something little. Any moment that you can get to get your voice heard is significant.” When it comes to Representative Mezei’s representation of Ukraine, they said, “I’m proud to represent Ukraine here. I have done a lot of research into the Ukrainian cause and I hope that people will continue to listen to us.” Representative Mezei hopes other Member States are willing to listen to their concerns, even if not to the entire body in GA3.

Representative Lily Wilson of Zimbabwe also notes that they have attempted to have their voices heard. Zimbabwe, along with the rest of those in the African bloc, has attempted to create a process in caucus where they discuss their plans for the actions they plan to take in the formal session. Representative Wilson said, “We have heard a lot from certain Member States…many times and while it is great to hear from them…I think it is completely entirely unfair that there are some Member States that are not getting their voices heard.”

Despite these representative emotions, they have found different outlets where they could speak out. Some of the actions they have taken is drafting resolutions, speaking more in suspensions of the meeting and speaking out in points of inquiry.

These Member States are determined to have their voices heard. Despite this, they find different communication channels so as to keep their ideals and positions in the minds of others.