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Delegate’s Guide

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2 Kanoo Model United Nations Club – Delegate's Guide

Delegate's Guide

Content This Guide contains all the information you need to help you succeed in your role as a Delegate in

any MUN Conference.

Content Page Number

Introduction 3 Research 4 Points 5 Motions 6-7 Opening Speech 8 Resolution Writing 9 Amendments 10 Dress code 11 General Rules 12 Presentation 13 Councils with exceptions 14 Appendix. 15-21

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AbdulRahman Kanoo School

Introduction

Model United Nations (also Model UN or MUN) is an

academic simulation of the United Nations that aims to

educate participants about current events, topics in

international relations, diplomacy and the United Nations

agenda.

What Does a Delegate do?

A Delegate at a MUN conference takes the role of a

diplomat representing a country in a specific council, you

would present an opening speech, debate on resolutions

(Solutions of Issues) and work alongside others to solve

the issues.


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Research

Model UN Preparation

The first step in preparing for a rewarding Model UN experience is to

gather information.

Give yourself plenty of time before a conference to research, read

and then formulate your arguments. Use the Internet for the majority

of your research, the internet is a sea of information!

While conducting research, try to keep in mind that your primary

goal is to represent your country as realistically as possible. To do so,

you will need to research three different areas. Follow these links for

tips on researching each of the three components:

• Your country and its positions;

• The issues to be debated at the conference; and

• The UN system.

http://www.unausa.org/global-classrooms-model-un/how-to-participate/model-un-preparation/research/country-research

http://www.unausa.org/global-classrooms-model-un/how-to-participate/model-un-preparation/research/topic-research

http://www.unausa.org/global-classrooms-model-un/how-to-participate/model-un-preparation/research/un-system-research


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Points Point Description Point of Personal Privilege

Used to alert chair of the delegate’s physical discomfort such as inability to hear the speech

Point of Information

After a delegate has given a speech, he/she may receive points of information in forms of questions from other delegates.

Point of Order Used when a delegate believes a chair has made a mistake in the committee. The delegates must not include anything related to the subject matter.

Point of parliamentary inquiry

Used to ask questions regarding the rules of procedure. (May not interrupt speaker)

Proposing a point

A delegate may propose a point by raising his/her placard and stating the nature of the point.

Points are not voted on but may be overruled by a chairperson should they be deemed destructive or unnecessary.


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Motions Motion Description Motion to extend the debate

This motion extends the time set for the current debate time, allowing more opportunities for speeches on a resolution or clause. It should be proposed as soon as the allotted time for debate ends.

Move to voting procedure

This motion ends the current debate time on an issue, directly initiating voting procedure on that issue. It may be proposed during any debate time (without interruption)

Motion to explain vote This motion calls for an explanation from a voting ‘side’ to explain the reason behind an individual vote. The chairpersons pick a delegate from each voting category (for, against, and abstention) to explain, at the podium, the motives behind their choice of vote on the issue. The selected delegates may be volunteers, random selections, or specific exceptions.

Motion to recess This motion calls for a temporary recess, or ‘break,’ from formal debate to allow delegates to participate in a lunch or coffee break. This motion should not be abused and if it is, may be suspended within a council by a chair.

Motion to divide the House

In the event of a tied vote, division of house will result in voting with “for” and “against” without abstentions.

Motion to adjourn This motion is called for at the end of a conference in order to close an entire session.


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Proposing a motion

A delegate may propose a motion in the same way he/she may

propose a point:

By raising his/her placard and stating the nature of the motion.

Motions may be made during a debate or following voting procedure.

Voting on motions

While delegates may make motions at their own will, a motion will only be taken into consideration if it is seconded by another delegate in the same council. This is done by raising one’s placard and stating “second” in order to show support for the motion. Should this happen, chairpersons will call on delegates to ‘placard vote’ on the motion.

When chairpersons call out for votes “for” the motion, delegates who support the motion should raise their placards. Abstentions (refraining from voting) are not allowed when voting on motions, so all other uncounted votes will be assumed to be “against.” Also, Motions require at least a two-thirds majority to pass. Otherwise, the motion fails and the conference resumes without the proposed structural alteration.

As chairpersons hold absolute power within each council, they may overrule any motion at their own discretion should they perceive it to be ill-intentioned or a disturbance to the conference.


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Opening Speeches The committees first start by the opening speeches, where it is customary to address the chairs, delegates and guests present by saying:

“Your excellencies, Mr/Madam Chairperson, fellow delegates and honored guests.”

Then go on to the main body of your speech. The main body of your speech should address the issue on the agenda your Delegation feels most strongly about. Keep it diplomatic and concentrate on getting one single message across.

-Also, the opening speech should cover one minute only, the delegate will be interrupted if he/she exceeds the time limitation.

You may Include the following: First paragraph: Short introduction on country and Position. (Not

required, although highly recommended as it shows knowledge and effort made to research)

Second Paragraph and Beyond: Address the issue and stating its importance. Most conferences have two Issues/Topics, although some would have three, Address all Issues in the opening speech.


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Resolution Writing • Be sure to follow the format for resolutions provided by the

conference organizers. Each conference may have a slightly

different format. (Usually the same, ask Chairs for details)

• Create a detailed resolution. For example, if your resolution

calls for a new program, think about how it will be funded and

what body will manage it.

• Try to cite facts whenever possible.

• Be realistic. Do not create objectives for your resolution that

cannot be met. Make sure your body can take the action

suggested. For example, the General Assembly can't sanction

another country – only the Security Council can do so.

• Try to find multiple sponsors. Your committee will be more

likely to approve the resolutions if many delegates contribute

ideas.

• Preambulatory clauses are historic justifications for action.

Use them to cite past resolutions, precedents and statements

about the purpose of action.

• Operative clauses are policies that the resolution is designed

to create. Use them to explain what the committee will do to

address the issue.

You must use one of the phrases to start the sentence of

Preambulatory clauses and operative clauses on page 20 and 21

of this guide.


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Amendments Approved draft resolutions are modified through

amendments. An amendment is a written statement that

adds, deletes or revises an operative clause in a draft

resolution.

The amendment process is used to strengthen consensus on

a resolution by allowing delegates to change certain

sections. There are two types of amendments:

An amendment is a change to the draft resolution. After the

amendment is voted upon and signed by all of the draft

resolution's sponsors and approved by the committee

director or president, it will be automatically incorporated

into the resolution. Majority Votes Required.

Ultimately, resolutions passed by a committee represent a

great deal of debate and compromise. They are the tangible

results of hours if not days of Model UN debate. As a result, it

is important to become familiar with the resolution process

and practice drafting resolutions using the proper structure

and wording.


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Dress Code

Females: 1. Formal pantsuit or skirt-suit.

2. The skirt/dress must be 2 cm below the

knees.

3. Stockings do not compensate for short

skirts/dresses.

4. Any see-through clothing is inappropriate.

5. High heels must be less than 7 cm high.

6. No Sleeveless dresses.

7. No Unusual/Neon colors or complex floral

designs.

Males: 1. A formal suit. (Buttoned shirt and jacket).

2. Dress shoes (black, brown, or grey) No

Sneakers.

3. No Unusual/Neon Colors.

4. Tie and Jacket Compulsory.


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General Rules 1) All Delegates should be prepared for the conference

way ahead of time.

2) No lateness is accepted from anyone. If late, you might

not be allowed to attend the conference.

3) All Delegates must stay within the councils during the

conference.

4) All Delegates must take conferences seriously.

5) Any Disrespect for others is not accepted. The Staff

have all right to remove you from the premises and ban

you from attending future conferences.

6) Delegates should not talk loudly, shout or do anything

that would be deemed as inappropriate/immature.


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Presentation Delegates should familiarize themselves with their speeches

and practice, as practice improves your style and gives tone

and confidence.

As representatives of the United Nations, delegates should

appear to be confident at all times. Eye contact is supremely

important. Delegates should make eye contact at all times.

Tips -Make sure the speech is understandable and doest sound

awkward.

-Take into account your countries point of view.

-Stick to the time limits.

-Practice a few times to become acquainted with your

speech.

-Make eye contact at all times.

-Use hand gestures.

-Do not read the whole speech non-stop.

-It is not recommended that you memorize your speech.


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Councils with exceptions Some councils such as:

- The Security Council

- International Atomic Energy Agency

Do not have opening speeches. The resolution’s format also

differs, as delegates submit single operative clauses and debate

on them one at a time.

The Security Council also has 5 permanent “veto” powers,

which are:

- The United States of America

- The United Kingdom

- The Peoples Republic of China

- The Republic of France

- The Russian Federation

If one of these countries decided to “veto” a submitted clause,

the decision is final and it automatically fails and cannot be re-

submitted without full re-drafting.

How to "Veto"?

1. The Veto Power raises his/her placard for voting and

clearly states "VETO"

2. The “Veto” decision must be explained and will be only be

accepted if the reason is a valid one.


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Appendix


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Sample resolution Conference: YLC 2012

Main Submitter: The Delegate of Jordan 2

Co-Submitters: Bahrain 1, Lebanon, Tunisia 1, Tunisia 2, UAE, Algeria.

Issue #2: Implementation of a single region currency.

The Arab League,

• Recognizing the Arabs League’s previous work in the area of development and the efforts made in the aims of achieving a better economy,

• Noting the Arab League’s objective of improving the economy of the region, • Expressing concern over the consequences of the failure of such a currency

union, • Affirming the Arab league’s commitment towards ensuring the benefit of

economy through the promotion of new laws, regulations and increased rights, etc.

• Appreciating the fact that despite the challenges, the Arab league has played a role in achieving significant progress in the economic field,

• Taking note of the fact that the success of the economy is key in the success of a county and its development.

1) Requests that governments make the following decisions a course of action:

a) Research into the current economic state:

i) Strength of the current currency ii) The GDP of the countries

b) Recommends to use this data used for the benefit of the proposed currency union to decide; i) Whether It is appropriate and effective for their native economy; ii) How it would affect the world economy;

2) Encourages that all member to look into whether a pan-Arab currency would affect

their counties economy in the future; a) This would help countries decide whether it’s an appropriate course of action at

the time;

b) This would help ensure that in the future, the countries’ economy would not decline and effect their GDP


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3) Requests governments to consider including the following courses of action to prevent the proposed currency to affect their economy;

a) Proposed sub-divisions;

i) Which would prevent LEDCs from being controlled by MEDCs; ii) To prevent a crisis similar to the Euro-Zone crisis;

b) These sub-divisions would include countries in a similar economic state;

4) Supports governments to share ideas and collaborate with other governments,

organizations which will help benefit all countries and help gain a better understanding of the issue;

5) Suggests an alternative to the Arab league currency which would;

a) Include a separate currency for the GCC countries, African regions and other areas; i) Separating this would speed up plans as;

(a) The area would be smaller; (b) The demand of currency, loans, etc. would be less

ii) Balance the economic state of the countries, without there being any major differences;

iii) This would also help LEDS get their economy to start to improve;

6) Suggests the bank be centralized in an area which;

a) Could handle the heavy burden of the finances of a large area

b) Wouldn’t be in the highest developed nor the lowest;

7) Urges governments to take into consideration the negative effects of the proposed currency;

a) Which would evaluate further;

i) Whether it is a good idea to go through with the plans;

ii) Whether it is possible to go through with the plans.


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Sample issues From: KMUN 2014

The General Assembly (GA):

1. Agriculture Development and Food Security

2. Countering Terrorism around the World

The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC):

1. Assuring the eradication of poverty

2. Promoting efforts to eliminate violence against migrants,

migrant workers and their families

The Human Rights Council (HRC):

1. The Right to Adequate Housing and Protection From

Forcible Evictions

2. Children and Armed Conflict

The Security Council (SC):

1. The international drug war in regards to financing and

continuation of international terrorism

2. Global cooperation on managing nuclear threats

European Union (EU):

1. Assessing the Common Foreign and Security Policy

2. Reducing Public Debt in European Countries such as Italy


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Sample opening speeches

Your Excellencies; mister and madam chairperson; fellow delegates; and honored guests;

Since its independence from the British crown, the Hashemite kingdom of Jordan has developed greatly in the fields of democracy and human rights. Its economy has thrived with its oil exports and with more free trade agreements than any other Arab country in the region.

The Hashemite kingdom of Jordan believes that the issue of Human rights of migrant workers in the region is an extremely important one, as most Arab counties depend heavily on foreign labor, and all humans should be treated equally without prejudice.

The Hashemite kingdom of Jordan believes that the implementation of a single region currency could help the economy in many ways. A single currency would be more stable and would unleash a greater potential for growth and would increase and encourage trade within the region.

Your Excellencies, Mr. /Madam Chairperson, fellow delegates, honored guests: Luxembourg, a highly developed, stable constitutional monarchy and parliamentary democracy is known to be one of the smallest countries in Europe. For as when the UN

signed a charter on the 26th of June 1945, Luxembourg became one of the smallest founding members of the UN, which had eventually led to a flourishing and prosperous future. Furthermore, Luxembourg believes in an essential health care that should be distributed towards all classes in a community. Luxembourg also strongly advises that it should be shared equally to all parts of the nations, especially under developed countries with lacking necessities such as health care. Healthcare is a necessity to every individual’s life in order to survive, and the UN ensures that the issues tackled revolving this aspect is to be developed and strongly believes in it. The UN believes in every individual’s right when it comes to healthcare, embracing it and always makes sure that it is one step ahead in developing it and tackling its issues.


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Preambulatory clause phrases

Affirming

Alarmed by

Approving

Aware of

Bearing in mind

Believing

Confident

Contemplating

Convinced

Declaring

Deeply concerned

Deeply conscious

Deeply convinced

Deeply disturbed

Deeply regretting

Desiring

Emphasizing

Expecting

Expressing its

appreciation

Expressing its

satisfaction

Fulfilling

Fully alarmed

Fully aware

Fully believing

Further deploring

Further recalling

Guided by

Having adopted

Having considered

Having considered

further

Having devoted

attention

Having examined

Having heard

Having received

Having studied

Keeping in mind

Noting with regret

Noting with deep

concern

Noting with

satisfaction

Noting further

Noting with

approval

Observing

Reaffirming

Realizing

Recalling

Recognizing

Referring

Seeking

Taking into account

Taking into

consideration

Taking note

Viewing with

appreciation

Welcoming


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Operative clause phrases

Accepts

Affirms

Approves

Authorizes

Calls

Calls upon

Condemns

Confirms

Congratulates

Considers

Declares

accordingly

Deplores

Designates

Draws the attention

Emphasizes

Encourages

Endorses

Expresses its

appreciation

Expresses its hope

Further invites

Deplores

Designates

Draws the attention

Emphasizes

Encourages

Endorses

Expresses its

appreciation

Expresses its hope

Further invites

Further proclaims

Further reminds

Further

recommends

Further requests

Further resolves

Has resolved

Notes

Proclaims

Reaffirms

Recommends

Regrets

Reminds

Requests

Solemnly affirms

Strongly condemns

Supports

Takes note of

Transmits

Trusts

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