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Content
What is MUN? Get to know UN Structure of the Conference Who is a Delegate Being a Delegate 101
Things to pay attention
During the committee hours During the conference breaks
What is MUN?
A Conference type Simulation of UN
Real UN Bodies Real global political topics Real diplomatic rules
It takes place in a professional environment An academic, social and cultural event ! An international conference
What is UN?
Biggest supra-national entity that aims to facilitate the world governance. General Assembly (All Member States) Security Council (USA, UK, France, Russia, PRC + 10 Temporary Members) Economic and Social Council (54 Rotating Members)
Environment, indigenous people, narcotics, literacy etc Coordinates UNICEF, WHO, ILO, FAO etc.
People in MUN
Inside the Committee Chair Delegate Admin Observer Press Corps Outside the Committee Secretariat (Academic Team) Organization Team: business, media, public relations, logistics, design, IT, finance, head of staff
Be Serious
Act like a diplomat
Courtesy Official language, You should have a style Defending your countrys position
How to address
Honorable delegates Distinguished chairs Fellow delegate(s) Madame Chair
Technical Sufficiency
Bring your PC ! Whoever, has the laptop has an advantage Flash Disk/Memory Dictionary
Simplicity
Form simple, short, understanbale sentences.
Share your complex and long sentences with the people in a written form Participate to the social events.
MUNs Benefits
Improve your knowledge in political issues and popular public debate topics Practice your English !! Master your professional skills. Meet with people who share the same interests with you Extend your social network (conferences, work, internship, education) Build up a powerful CV Look cool! Become popular in school! Enjoy a international professional environment
Doing Research
Background information about your country 1.Historical Background 2.Geography 3.People 4.Government 5.Economy Or about your NGO 1.Its policy
Doing Research...
Its about your country policy Research about your topic Look for the previous resolutions Look for news about your topic
Useful links: www.cia.gov (the world factbook) www.un.org www.bbc.com www.wikipedia.com (official foreing ministry website)
Opening Speech
You may refer to your position paper 1-2 mins long Your countrys basic purpose What does your country wish to receive/ achieve in this conference
Example:
Mr. Secretary General, Mr. President, honorable delegates, distinguish chairs; we are very proud to be here, representing Haiti. Haiti has been struggling with some political troubles in these previous years. But we are sure with the help of UN well eradicate these issues. Poverty, hunger, diseases, and instability are other issues that Haiti and the most of the developing world is anxious about. Our children are dying because of scarcity; they are dying because of starvation. We are trying our best to eliminate these crises. We are trying to develop our economy as a cure to our illnesses. But Haiti is still concerned about her and the worlds future. The problems that we have are not new to you, weve been dealing with these concerns in the past and well continue to deal with them in the future. But we anticipate that by the actions that well take, by the decisions that well give in this conference by cooperating and solidarity, well all be the light for everyones future. Haiti is ready to participate for a better world with all its heart. Thank you,
Rules of Procedures
Points and Motions
Types of debate
Points
If you want to make a statement raise a point
Point of personal privilege Point of order Point of information directly to the speaker Point of information directly to the chair Point of parliamentary inquiry
Points during the debate may NOT interrupt a speaker!!! except; point of personal privilege
Motions
Motions are for proposing an action (in the context of RoP) Motion to set the agenda Motion to move to moderated/unmoderated caucus Motion to move directly to the voting procedure Motion to adjourn the debate time Motion to reconsider a resolution Motion to extend debate time Motion to set speakers time Second a motion Object a motion
Types of debate
Open debate
Speakers list General debate time Floor is open to motions and points
Moderated Caucuses
Opens upon a raised motion Suspends the speakers list Aims to facilitate debate on a particular aspect of the topic Anyone can speak as long as they show their placards There is specific amount of time delegated
Unmoderated Caucuses
Formal lobbying time Takes place inside the committee session
Moderated Caucus
Requires a simple majority vote by the body Formal environment, rules of procedure continues in a same-way. If vote passes, Chair says "all those wishing to speak, please raise your placard and delegates who wish to speak raise their placard and make their speechs.
Unmoderated Caucus
What is a Resolution?
The UNs method of outlining the steps needed to solve a problem Result of debates and negotiations, done through the sessions. A comprehensive document of the committees ideas on the topic
Simple Sentence
ECE, Realizing the importance of school, Aware of the implications of failing, Concerned with her current progress, 1. Decides to study more; 2. Forms a study group consisting of: a) Classmates, b) Friends like: i. Sinem, ii. Melis, c) Former students; 3. Encourages her teachers to offer private lessons.
Working Paper
Resolutions
Draft Resolution/briefs
Working Paper
Draws a roadmap for upcoming discussions and aids to the preparation of draft resolution No need for signatories No certain type or format -you may not write it in a resolution format.
Let the rest of the committee know what your ideas are for future collaboration .
Draft Resolution
Once the draft resolution is prepared, in order to introduce it, you need to get appropriate number of signatories. If it gets the enough number, it will be sent to the Chair
After Chair gives a permission, each delegate will obtain one copy of the draft resolution then youll discuss it.
Just because you have signed the reso. (to be discussed) does not mean you have to vote for it.
Beginning
Perambulatory Clauses
Operative Clauses
Preambulatory Clauses
State general facts about topic. Refer to other relevant resolutions or treaties, (UN Charter,) Preams do not propose actions
Operative Clauses
Operatives propose action Each clause should contain one proposal only. By using sub-clauses you can clarify and specify ideas.
Signatories
These countries may (not) agree with substance, but want to see it debated.
Note: Recall that the draft resolution must have signature of appropriate number of submitters and signatories to be approved by the Chair
In a nutshell
Working Paper
No specific format No minimum number of sponsors and signatories
Draft Resolution
Must be in a resolution format Requires sponsors and signatories
Resolution
This is what a draft resolution aspires to become.
Amendments
Use if you just want to fix a few points of Draft Resolutions. Just applied to the Operative Clauses. Amendment can not be amended .
Crucial Points
Stay on topic! Make sure about the limits of your legitimacy When you forget the procedural rules, instantly ask your chair what you have to do. Be respectful to the chairs decisions at all time. Never arguee on a topic with a chair Do not challenge the chairs final verdict.