MUN Conference: Student-Led United Nations Simulation
MUN Conference Rundown
2019-2020
What is a MUN conference?
•
1-3 days (usually takes place at a school or hotel/conference centre)
•
Student-ran event with the purpose to simulate an United Nations
conference
•
“to connect students to the challenges that confront modern society
and inspire them to think about the world from new perspectives. The
cornerstones of our philosophy are a professional and approachable
staff, an atmosphere of realism, and a high quality of debate. We
provide delegates with the opportunity to discuss, debate, and resolve
relevant and contentious issues, and we seek to offer as wide a variety
of committees as possible to reflect the diversity and complexity of the
world today.” – VMUN 2020 delegate team
What you will be doing
•
“summered in a thriving fast-paced environment, working together to
create practical and dynamic solutions to the world’s most pressing
problems.”
•
select a committee of your interest - ex. WHO (world health
organization)
•
Within the committee you will be given topic A/B (each topic currently
relevant to our society)
•
Select a country from matrix (see application) – you will then represent this
country for you weekend conference
How to prepare (quick summary)
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Depends on respective topic
•
You will need to research basic country information along with your
countries stance/policies on the issue
Sources
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Best Delegate
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CIA factbook
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Specific Committees UN page
•
Current news articles, papers or country solutions
•
BACKGROUND GUIDE**
Day of conference – before committee
session
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Arrive at expected time depending on schedule (we will talk more
about this as the conference approaches)
•
Meet head delegate and prepare for opening ceremonies
•
Be prepared! (have your research, any materials needed, business
casual attire etc.)
During Committee Session
During Committee Session
During Committee Session – Terms
Moderated Caucus:
A debate format that allows delegates to make
short comments on a specific sub-issue. Has a specific time and number
of speakers. Comments on a topic within a topic
ex. Topic: Child Labour
MC: 10/1 on implementing safety measures for child workers
Unmoderated Caucus:
suspension of moderated debate where
delegates can walk around and talk to whomever they want. Unmods are
useful for forming blocs, as mentioned before, sharing ideas, and
writing resolutions.
Con’t – Terms
Resolution Paper:
the cumulative result of all a delegate's research,
debate, discussion, and diplomacy. Created by the different blocs which
emerge through debate, the resolution paper is the written evidence of
the solutions produced throughout the committee sessions.
Position Paper:
document describing a topic, your country's position,
and possible solutions. (not mandatory for all committees but
recommended)
After Committee Session – Night 2
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Free Time!!
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Dinner
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The Delegate Social
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Midnight Crisis
Midnight Crisis
•
an extra session of committee, one that often occurs at midnight, or
very early in the morning. The circumstances surrounding a midnight
crisis session differ from conference to conference, but generally they
are a surprise to the delegates involved.
•
A crisis situation in demand of immediate resolution (ex. Chemical
outbreak in Yemen killing thousands by the hour, suspected to be a
bomb dropping from the Saudi army) Not all info is given at once,
which is what make it exciting
•
No preparation required (you can’t prepare anyways, except maybe
brushing up on country current state in said UN committee)
Final Day of Committee Session
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Vote and complete all topic resolutions
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Close debate
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Games, jokes, superlatives etc.
After session
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Lunch
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Closing Ceremony (awards)
A Model United Nations (MUN) conference is a student-led event that simulates a United Nations assembly to address global issues. Delegates research, debate, and seek solutions to real-world challenges while representing a country in committees. Preparation involves understanding country policies on assigned issues. During the conference, delegates participate in moderated and unmoderated caucuses for discussions and decision-making. The event promotes critical thinking, diplomacy, and problem-solving skills among students in a realistic and engaging environment.
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MUN Conference Rundown 2019-2020
What is a MUN conference? 1-3 days (usually takes place at a school or hotel/conference centre) Student-ran event with the purpose to simulate an United Nations conference to connect students to the challenges that confront modern society and inspire them to think about the world from new perspectives. The cornerstones of our philosophy are a professional and approachable staff, an atmosphere of realism, and a high quality of debate. We provide delegates with the opportunity to discuss, debate, and resolve relevant and contentious issues, and we seek to offer as wide a variety of committees as possible to reflect the diversity and complexity of the world today. VMUN 2020 delegate team
What you will be doing summered in a thriving fast-paced environment, working together to create practical and dynamic solutions to the world s most pressing problems. select a committee of your interest - ex. WHO (world health organization) Within the committee you will be given topic A/B (each topic currently relevant to our society) Select a country from matrix (see application) you will then represent this country for you weekend conference
How to prepare (quick summary) Depends on respective topic You will need to research basic country information along with your countries stance/policies on the issue Sources Best Delegate CIA factbook Specific Committees UN page Current news articles, papers or country solutions BACKGROUND GUIDE**
Day of conference before committee session Arrive at expected time depending on schedule (we will talk more about this as the conference approaches) Meet head delegate and prepare for opening ceremonies Be prepared! (have your research, any materials needed, business casual attire etc.)
During Committee Session Terms Moderated Caucus: A debate format that allows delegates to make short comments on a specific sub-issue. Has a specific time and number of speakers. Comments on a topic within a topic ex. Topic: Child Labour MC: 10/1 on implementing safety measures for child workers Unmoderated Caucus: suspension of moderated debate where delegates can walk around and talk to whomever they want. Unmods are useful for forming blocs, as mentioned before, sharing ideas, and writing resolutions.
Cont Terms Resolution Paper: the cumulative result of all a delegate's research, debate, discussion, and diplomacy. Created by the different blocs which emerge through debate, the resolution paper is the written evidence of the solutions produced throughout the committee sessions. Position Paper: document describing a topic, your country's position, and possible solutions. (not mandatory for all committees but recommended)
After Committee Session Night 2 Free Time!! Dinner The Delegate Social Midnight Crisis
Midnight Crisis an extra session of committee, one that often occurs at midnight, or very early in the morning. The circumstances surrounding a midnight crisis session differ from conference to conference, but generally they are a surprise to the delegates involved. A crisis situation in demand of immediate resolution (ex. Chemical outbreak in Yemen killing thousands by the hour, suspected to be a bomb dropping from the Saudi army) Not all info is given at once, which is what make it exciting No preparation required (you can t prepare anyways, except maybe brushing up on country current state in said UN committee)
Final Day of Committee Session Vote and complete all topic resolutions Close debate Games, jokes, superlatives etc. After session Lunch Closing Ceremony (awards)
