The IAEA is an autonomous intergovernmental organization within the United Nations system, established in 1957 to promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy and to prevent its military use. It plays a crucial role in ensuring that nuclear energy is used safely, securely, and exclusively for peaceful purposes. Delegates discuss matters such as nuclear proliferation, radiation safety, nuclear waste disposal, and global energy sustainability. This committee’s mission is to promote the responsible use of atomic science for development while preventing its misuse for weapons or warfare. In this committee, delegates navigate the delicate balance between innovation and security, scientific progress and ethical responsibility — making the IAEA one of the most technically challenging yet rewarding committees. The IAEA won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2005 for its efforts in preventing nuclear energy’s military use and promoting its safe peaceful use worldwide.​