2013 BIMUN Handbook

WELCOME TO VALLEDUPAR

WHAT IS A MODEL UNITED NATIONS?
Model United Nations (also Model UN or MUN) is an academic simulation of the
United Nations that aims to educate participants about civics, current events, effective
communication, globalization and multilateral diplomacy.

In a standard Model UN, students take on roles as diplomats and participate in a
simulated session of an intergovernmental organization (IGO) such as the United
Nations. Participants research a country, investigate its international issues, debate,
deliberate, consult, and then develop solutions to world problems.

Attending to Models of the United Nations provides participants with an opportunity
to gain an insight into global relations through a challenging and constructive program.
The primary objective of this conference is to provide student who participate with the
experience of representing a country's point of view on global issues and engaging in
resolutions through critical thinking, compromise and cooperation. Students also gain
exposure to parliamentary procedure and debate as well as resolution writing.

Participants select a country to represent and are assigned to one of many
committees. As for BIMUN X, the students will simulate only six of these committees:
Social and Humanitarian Committee (SOCHUM), Disarmament and International
Security Committee (DISEC), Legal Committee, Security Council, Organizacin de los
Estados Americanos (OEA), and International Court of Justice (ICJ).

GOALS OF YOUTH INVOLVEMENT

To increase the students the awareness of international affairs.
To enhance the students understanding of the United Nations and its effect on
the world community.
To communicate the students concerns through his/her role as a delegate
about issues bearing international consequences.
To inspire the students with a peaceful environment to solve problems
concerning international peace.
To cooperate with other students in formulating solutions to problems of
international consequences.
To gain skills in debate, discussion, and the organization of ideas in order to
guarantee a good representation.
To develop an insight into the process of, and make a commitment towards,
the development of international understanding and tolerance.


WELCOME FROM THE SECRETARY GENERAL

United, that is the word that should be in the head of the youth, word that not only means
what we were taught at school; but also a word that represent all the achievements that we as
humanity have accomplished throughout the years. Because, when we are united all the
barriers become no more than a simple shade, all fears leave our bodies, all the challenges
turn conceivable and, even more important, everything is possible. If the youth that populates
the world today manage to be united under the same purpose, we would be able to do things
beyond our imagination, that is exactly why this kind of events exists, to teach us that union is
the way to obtain any goal that we set and that we are in charge of the future that is around
the corner.
The model of the United Nations is not only a simple imitation of what adults do in the UN
headquarters in New York City, is way more than that. This event represents the dreams that
we are learning to pursuit, dreams that were dreamt a long time ago but nowadays they exist
only as a dream. Although we have many goals already set, we tend to pay more attention to
the humanity main goal: peace. Today, as we grow, we should encourage ourselves to achieve
the peace that we all want, but that would not be possible if we do not stay united, united
under the same purpose: PEACE IN PROGRESS.


SCHEDULE

Date Activity Place
FRIDAY,MARCH 15
TH


8:00am 2:00pm
6:00pm 8:00pm
8:00pm 9:00pm

Inscriptions
Opening Ceremony
Reception

HOTEL SONESTA
Auditorio David J. Barry
Biblioteca Julio Villazn B.
Saturday, March 16
th
8:00am 10:30am
10:30am 11:00am
11:00am 12:30am
12:30am 1:30pm
1:30pm 4:30pm

Committee Work
Coffee Break
Committee Work
Lunchtime
Committee Work



Biblioteca Julio Villazn B.
Polideportivo
Sunday , March 17
th


8:00am 10:30am
10:30am 11:00am
11:00am 12:30am
12:30am 1:30pm
1:30pm 4:30pm

Committee Work
Coffee Break
Committee Work
Lunchtime
Committee Work



Biblioteca Julio Villazn B.
Polideportivo
Monday, March 18
th


8:00am 12:00am
12:00am 1:30pm
1:30pm 3:00pm

General Assembly
Lunchtime
Closing Ceremony

Auditorio David J. Barry
Polideportivo
Auditorio David J. Barry

*Sponsor Meetings: Saturday 16
th
and Monday 18
th
9:00am.

COMMITTEE INFORMATION
1. First Committee:
Disarmament and International Security Committee (DISEC)
Presidents: Carolina Zapata Oscar Daza Morelli
Topics:
Iranian Government facing the international community and the implications in
the Middle East, of the atomic energy and nuclear threat. (Jihads beginning)

Civil war in Syria supported by extremist Islamic groups and its connection with
social, political, military and economic instability in the region.

Room: Audiovisual Room Biblioteca Julio Villazn Baquero.


2. Third Committee:
Social and Humanitarian Committee (SOCHUM)
Presidents: Eduardo Arredondo Alfonso Sarta
Topics:
Mussulmen Radicalism taking advantage of western culture as a way for raising
hatred towards the west.

Abuse of illegal immigrants, through labor exploitation (slavery) and the lack of
interest from other countries towards the situation.

Room: Middle Room Biblioteca Julio Villazn Baquero.

3. Sixth Committee:
Legal Committee
Presidents: Jesus David Romero - Mara Carolina Prez
Topics:
Reformas constitucionales por parte de los gobiernos radicales para perpetuarse
en el poder.

Aplicacin del DIH frente a las acciones civiles, perpetuadas por el pensamiento
radical de los pueblos musulmanes.
Room: Auditorio David J. Barry

4. Corte Penal Internacional
Presidents: Jaime Jose Baleta Malory Daza
Topics:
Crimes and genocide committed by Irma Grese, during the World War II
(Nuremberg Trials simulation) in Concentration Camps.

Crimes and genocide committed by Shigeru Honjo, Jiro Tamon and Senjuro
Hayashi, during the Japanese invasion to Manchuria.
Room: Teachers Room (Second Floor) Biblioteca Julio Villazn Baquero.

5. Security Council
Presidents: Andres Escobar Rafael Santodomingo
Topics:
NATOS possible intervention, on Syrian conflict, towards Chinese and Russian
opposition.

Nuclear development programs in countries, which could support nuclear
terrorism.
Room: Teachers Room


6. Organizacin de los Estados Americanos (OEA)
Presidents: Camila Santos Valentina Nobmann
Topics:
Manipulacin electoral por parte del gobierno de Venezuela y Cuba para
perpetuarse en el poder.

La corrupcin en Mxico producto de la disputa entre los carteles del narcotrfico
y el compromiso de Estados Unidos en la Reduccin del consumo de drogas.
Room: Back Room

7. United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)
Presidents: Andres Sequeda - Oriana Cuel
Topics:
Children used as soldiers in armed conflicts.
Social and health security as a priority for children.
Room:

8. Comisin Bilinge
Presidents: Pedro Pablo Ropain Daniela Garcia
Topics:
Explotacin infantile por parte de los grupos al margen de la ley, y el compromiso
de las naciones en la solucin de este problema.
Ley Sharia en nios perpetuada en el mundo musulman.
Room:

Dear Delegates,


PREPARATION NEEDED TO BE A DELEGATE

Research your country.

Participants must develop a comprehensive understanding of the nations they
represent by researching their histories, political ideology, governmental, economic,
and social structures and all kinds of information concerning their countries. This
knowledge must be applied in representing the nation's official position on
international issues at the conference.
Remember that you are not alone; all delegates representing the same country can
work together on research. To complete research efficiently, divide responsibilities in
examining these characteristics of the nation.

Delegates should write a letter to the nation's embassy. These offices are often more
than willing to provide background and position papers to supplement your research.
The participant should research the periodical indexes of the past decade in
appropriate topics and read articles of relevance to that nation's attitudes. Beware of
preliminary new reports of important events such as daily papers, because speculation
and confusion surround immediate reports of problems. Retrospective analyses or
research articles are the most appropriate, informative sources.

Delegates should pursue all possible sources of information including bibliographies
and footnotes in articles and books. Delegates should cooperate during their sessions
to exchange information and offer new suggestions for proposals. Organization and
delegation of responsibilities assures efficient research. A general knowledge of the
country beyond the specific areas addressed is of paramount importance to effectively
represent a country.

When preparing for a Model United Nations conference, the members of a delegation
should ask themselves three questions:

1. What should I research?
2. How should I go about researching?
3. Why should I research?

DELEGATE RESPONSIBILITIES

Conference Preparation
Each participant should thoroughly research and practice procedure to be observed at
the Model United Nations Assembly. Research thoroughly all aspects of the designated
country, involvement in global conflicts, affiliation within political alliances, and (in
particular) the conference issues. The success of a Model United Nations depends
upon the depth of your understanding of the social, political, and economic position of
your country.

General UN research
When researching the United Nations, the delegate should be familiar not only with
the history and operations of the UN and his/her council, but also with the past actions
of the UN on the councils topics, and the current status of those topics in the UN
system.

Most information on countries and the United Nations may be found at www.un.org
There are several areas to examine when conducting research for a conference. The
delegate needs to research the United Nations itself, the country being represented,
the topics, the countrys opinion on the topics, and world opinion on the topics.

Topic specific research
To excel at a conference, it is important to have a wealth of topic-related information.
It is much easier to formulate a countrys policy on a topic after finding out as much
information as you can about the topic. Much of this information can be accessed
through the United Nations itself, in the form of past actions on the topic. Background
papers sent by the conference will often list past resolutions, and looking up these
resolutions is a good starting point. They can be found through a variety of sources
such as UN depository libraries and the UN itself.

World opinion
After completing research on the above areas, the delegate must turn to the allies of
their country and various blocs. The delegates should know which countries support
their position, and what the position of other blocs (groups of nations with similar
interests) will be on the various problems to be discussed. S/he should also know
which of these countries will be represented in the council. It would also help to know
where the different blocs will form on the issues in your committee.

Country datasheet research
In order to represent well the country the delegate is assigned, specific research must
be done on that country. Both background research in the countrys political,
economic and cultural systems and institutions, and assimilation of this research into
an accurate position or policy are essential.

The country datasheet is designed to provide a quick overview of your nation by
evaluating six social institutions. The questions on the form should be answered
concisely, in just a couple of sentences; however the information should be accurate.
The country datasheet is an opportunity for delegates to learn broad information
about their country, which is helpful in extrapolating your nations interests during
debate.

Position statement research
Delegates are required to prepare a position statement that outlines their nations
position on the topics that will be discussed at the conference. The position paper
should be written like a research paper. All sources must be documented.
Delegates should pay particular attention to the decision-making structure within the
country. It is important to understand the actual, rather than the theoretical, process
of political decision-making.

The entire delegation from a country should participate together in this research
process.

The more you know about your country, the easier it will be to accurately determine
your countrys positions relating to the topics of the committee. Additionally, you
should research your nations relationship and role in the United Nations. This should
include when your nation became a member and committees and organizations of
which you are a member, between other facts.

CODE OF CONDUCT
Positive language and a low tone of voice are used to communicate in public places.
Committee work is at the heart of the MUN conference; good manners and
seriousness of purpose characterizes the conduct of each delegate during the
discussion.

During recess and lunch, table etiquette is observed.

All the delegates observe the MUN dress code: men wear jackets and ties, ladies may
wear skirts or pants and full-length blouses, suits or dresses; appropriate accessories
complete the outfits. Delegates should remember that they must not wear bright
colors, such as pink, red, etc.

Expulsion from the conference may be the consequence of:
o Smoking or drinking at any time or at any place.
o Plagiarism.
o School property damage.
o Leaving the conference site without permission.

SPEAKING TIPS
o Do not speak until the chair has recognized your delegation.
o Dont read; use your position paper as a reference, not as a shield.
o Use a notepad or a piece of paper on which major points of your speech are
listed.
o Speak in a loud, confident tone so that the whole committee can hear what you
are saying.
o Speak clearly and to the point in order for everyone to understand.
o Observe other speakers. Note what is effective and ineffective in their speech
and participations.
o Make eye contact with other delegates and relax when you speak.
o Avoid saying words and phrases that make you seem too informal or insecure.
o Frame your point when you are trying to offer arguments to support your
statement.
o Try to be original when presenting your information.
o Introduce yourself to nations in your committee and to your committees
presidents before the session starts.
o Repeat your countries name as often as possible while speaking.
o Put your proposals into short and simple messages that can be both easily
expressed and understood.
o A good speech is based not only in what you say, but how you say it.
o Be aware of any time limits on your speech, and give yourself time for a strong
ending before the chair calls time.




RULES OF PROCEDURE

The following rules have been adopted in advance of this session. NO OTHER RULES
MAY BE INTRODUCED.

Language: English is the official working language of the conference. Members cannot
address any forum or submit documents in a language other than English. Spanish shall
be used only in OEA and International Court of Justice.

Seating of nations: Delegates are seated in ascending alphabetical order by country,
beginning in the first row and first seat to the head to the table (seen from the floor).

DEBATE
Quorum
The Chair shall declare a session open and permit debate when a simple majority of
members are present. The presence of two-thirds of seated members shall be required
for any substantive decision to be made.

Agenda
The first session should begin with a call to order, followed by a moment of silence and
a roll call. During roll call, delegates may answer: Present or Present and Voting.
The order in which issues are to be discussed shall be decided next. The order is
determined by a motion to order the agenda. This motion must state which topic is
considered first. The motion must pass with a simple majority of votes. If the motion is
defeated, the other topic shall be considered first by default.
Once the agenda has been ordered, the committee shall consider and pass at least one
resolution on the first topic before moving to the next topic.
In the General Assembly, resolutions are considered by committee in the order in
which they were passed.

Yields
After a delegate has finished speaking during a speakers list, the delegate MUST yield
in one of the following ways:
Yield to the Chair: This ends a delegate speech and has the effect of proceeding
to the next speaker on the speakers list.
Yield to another delegate: The delegate may yield any remaining time to
another delegation. The yielded time must be the time that remained from the
first delegation.

Parliamentary Points
Right of Reply: A delegation whose national honor or integrity has been
insulted by another delegation may request a right to reply, which will be at the
discretion of the Chair. A right to reply to a right to reply is out of order.
Point of Order: A delegation may rise to a point of order to highlight any
failures in the parliamentary proceedings exercised by the Chair. The point of
order will be immediately ruled upon by the Chair in accordance with the Rules
of Procedure.
Point of Personal Privilege: If a delegation feels its ability to participate is
impaired by any personal discomfort, the delegation may, at any time deemed
necessary by the delegation, rise to a point of personal privilege.
Points of parliamentary inquiry: Delegations may rise to a point of
parliamentary inquiry to ask the Chair for clarification regarding the Rules of
Procedure. A point of parliamentary inquiry may never interrupt a speaker.

SAY THIS TO DO THIS INTERRUPT
SPEAKER
VOTE
REQUIRED
Point of Order To object the procedure. YES Chair
Point of Personal Privilege
To complain about noise,
room temperature, etc.
YES Chair
Right of Reply
To complain about being
insulted.
NO Chair
Point of Information
To ask something to the
Chair.
NO Chair
Motion to Recess
To ask the Chair
permission for going to
recess.
NO Majority
Motion for a Caucus
To ask the Committee
for the starting of a
debate.
NO Majority
Motion to Close Speakers List To close Speakers List. NO Majority
Motion to Re-Open Speakers
List
To re-open a Speakers
List that has already
been closed.
NO Majority
Motion to Table
To table a Working
Paper.
NO Majority
Motion to Close Debate To close the debate. NO Majority
Motion to Reconsider
To reconsider something
that has already been
NO Majority
voted on (must be done
by a delegate of the
winning side).
Motion to vote the Resolution To vote on a resolution. NO 2/3
Amendments
To send the Chair a note
with a mistake from the
paper that is been
worked on.
NO Majority
Challenge the Competence
To remove a countrys
vote because of
misrepresentation.
NO Majority




Decorum and Conduct
Warnings: A delegation may receive a warning for arriving late to a session, for
breaking one of BIMUNs rules or for not cooperating with the directions of the Chair.
If a delegation receives three warnings, the delegation will be escorted from the
debate hall by a Floor Secretary for the time the Chair considers. When a delegation
reaches a seventh warning, the delegate will have to leave the conference for the time
remaining.

Challenge the Competence
A delegate may request the Chair to allow challenge of competence to another
delegate, if that delegate has persistently misrepresented the foreign policy of his or
her country to the point of serious alteration. The Chair shall allow the delegate who
challenges the competence to speak first. He or she must explain in what way the
delegate misrepresented the foreign policy of his or her country. The delegate must
have physical proof of what he or she is saying. Then, the delegate to whom the
competence was challenged has the opportunity to defend his or herself.

After both delegates have spoken, the Chair must begin the voting by roll call. A simple
majority is required for this motion to pass. If the motion to the delegates
misrepresentation passes, then the delegate to whom the competence was challenge
loses his or her voting privileges in all the committees of BIMUN. However, if the
motion does not pass, the delegate that challenges the competence will lose his or her
voting privileges in all the committees of BIMUN.

Position papers
Many conferences require that each delegation submit a position paperan essay
detailing your countrys policies on the topics being discussed in your committee.
Writing a position paper will help you organize your ideas so that you can share your
countrys position with the rest of the committee. If you conduct extensive research, a
position paper should be easy to write.

Most conferences that require position papers ask for them about one month before
the conference so that staff members can read them and get a feel for the direction
debate will take. If the conference you are attending does not require a position paper,
you should still consider writing one to help you organize your research and prepare
your speeches. Many delegates use their position papers as their opening remarks.

How to Write a Position Paper
Writing a position paper might appear to be a daunting task, especially for new
delegates. But with enough research, you will find that writing a position paper will be
easy and useful.

Position papers are usually one to one-and-a-half pages in length. Your position paper
should include a brief introduction followed by a comprehensive breakdown of your
country's position on the topics that are being discussed by the committee. A good
position paper will not only provide facts but also make proposals for resolutions.

Many conferences will ask for specific details in a position paper, so be sure to include
all the required information. Most conferences will provide delegates a background
guide to the issue. Usually, the background guide will contain questions to consider.
Make sure that your position paper answers these questions.

A good position paper will include:
o A brief introduction to your country and its history concerning the topic and
committee;
o How the issue affects your country;
o Your countrys policies with respect to the issue and your countrys justification
for these policies;
o Quotes from your countrys leaders about the issue;
o Statistics to back up your countrys position on the issue;
o Actions taken by your government with regard to the issue;
o Conventions and resolutions that your country has signed or ratified;
o UN actions that your country supported or opposed;
o What your country believes should be done to address the issue;
o What your country would like to accomplish in the committees resolution; and
o How the positions of other countries affect your countrys position.


Position Paper Tips
o Keep it simple. To communicate strongly and effectively, avoid flowery
wording and stick to uncomplicated language and sentence structure.
o Make it official. Try to use the seal of your country or create an official
letterhead for your position paper. The more realistic it looks, the more others
will want to read it.
o Get organized. Give each separate idea or proposal its own paragraph. Make
sure each paragraph starts with a topic sentence.
o Cite your sources. Use footnotes or endnotes to show where you found your
facts and statistics. If you are unfamiliar with bibliographic form, look up the
Modern Language Association (MLA) guidelines at your schools library.
o Read and reread. Leave time to edit your position paper. Ask yourself if the
organization of the paper makes sense and double-check your spelling and
grammar.
o Speech
o Do you plan to make an opening statement at your conference? A good
position paper makes a great introductory speech. During debate, a good
position paper will also help you to stick to your countrys policies.
o Let the bullets fly. Try not to let your proposals become lost in a sea of
information. For speechmaking, create a bulleted list of your proposals along
with your most important facts and statistics so that you will not lose time
looking for them during debate.




DEBATES
Like real UN bodies, Model UN committees have lengthy agendas and many delegates
who want to convey their countrys positions. To help maintain order, Model UN
conferences adopt rules of procedure to establish when a delegate may speak and
what he or she may address.

At a Model UN conference, there is formal debate as well as informal debate, called
caucusing.

Formal Debate: During formal debate, the staff maintains a speakers list and
delegates speak in the order they are listed. At this time, delegates have an
opportunity to share their views with the entire committee. Delegates make
speeches, answer questions, and introduce and debate resolutions and
amendments. Formal debate is important to the committees work. By not
knowing the rules of procedure, delegates slow down the debate and hold back
their committees progress.
A delegate will be called upon to address the committee when the name of his
or her country appears next on the Speakers List. No delegate may address a
session without first having obtained recognition from the Chair.
Moderated Caucus (Informal Debate ): During a caucus, which is a temporary
recess, the rules of procedure are suspended. To go to a moderated caucus, a
delegate makes a motion to suspend debate and the committee votes.
Caucusing helps to facilitate discussion, especially when there is a long speakers
list. A moderated caucus is a mixture of both formal and informal debate.
Anyone may speak if they raise their placard and are called on by the Chair.
Unmoderated Caucus (Lobbying): In an unmoderated caucus, delegates meet
informally with one another and the committee staff to discuss and negotiate
draft resolutions, amendments and other issues.

WORKING PAPERS
A working paper is a vehicle for the discussion and formulation of a resolution. A
working paper is not formally introduced to the Committee and is not put to the vote.
Working papers must be approved by the Chair, and must have at least one quarter of
the committee as signatories. Working papers are one step below being a resolution,
and many are often combined into one.

RESOLUTIONS
The primary goal of the Committee is the drafting and debate of the resolutions. A
resolution shall not be introduced to a Committee until it has been typed, authorized
by the Chair, photocopied and distributed. At the Committee work, delegates will turn
their position statements into a working resolution for discussion and debate amongst
members of other countries.

To introduce a resolution, a motion must be made. The Chair may allow the delegate
introducing the motion to read his or her resolution and to correct any typographical
mistakes in the distributed copies of the resolution. Afterwards, the delegates
introducing their resolution may open to a maximum of three points of information
concerning substantive matters, and once they have all been answered, the resolution
shall be open to debate immediately. A new speakers list shall be opened by way of
motion, with time in favor and against. If no delegates wish to speak against the
resolution, this one shall immediately pass without voting procedure.

A motion to table the resolution can only be made immediately after the resolution
has been introduced to the Committee. If the Chair decides to accept the motion, a
debate will be opened with two speakers in favor and two speakers against the
motion, which will then be put to vote and will only pass with a two-thirds majority.

Resolution-making tips
Each resolution is a single sentence, with different sections separated by semicolons
and commas. The language of the document will greatly influence its appeal. Wording
should be clear, concise, and specific; every clause should have a purpose. Three parts
comprise the resolution: the heading, the preamble, and the operative clauses.

The following is the format in which a resolution should be written.

The Sponsors of a draft resolution are the principal authors of the document and agree
with its substance. A resolution must have a minimum of two sponsors. Countries must
work together to create widely agreeable language in order for the draft resolution to
pass. Sponsors control a draft resolution and only the sponsors can approve immediate
changes.
The Signatories are countries that may or may not agree with the substance of the
draft resolution but still wish to see it debated so that they can propose amendments.
A certain percentage of the committee must be either sponsors or signatories to a
draft resolution in order for it to be accepted.
Heading
The heading identifies the committee, the resolution topic, the sponsoring nation(s),
and the organ of the UN the delegation is addressing.
Preamble
The preamble of a draft resolution states the reasons for which the committee is
addressing the topic and highlights past international action on the issue. Each clause
begins with a present participle (called a Preambulatory phrase) and ends with a
comma. Preambulatory clauses can include:

References to the UN Charter;
Citations of past UN resolutions or treaties on the topic under discussion;
Mentions of statements made by the Secretary-General or a relevant UN body
or agency;
Recognition of the efforts of regional or nongovernmental organizations in
dealing with the issue; and
General statements on the topic, its significance and its impact.



Sample Preambulatory Phrases

Acknowledging
Affirming
Alarmed by
Approving
Aware of
Bearing in mind
Being convinced
Believing
Concerned
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

Sample Operative 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






EXAMPLE OF A RESOLUTION

General Assembly Third Committee
Sponsors: United States, Austria and Italy
Signatories: Greece, Tajikistan, Japan, Canada, Mali, the Netherlands and Gabon

Topic: Strengthening UN coordination of humanitarian assistance in complex
emergencies

The General Assembly,
Reminding all nations of the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Universal
Declaration of Human Rights, which recognizes the inherent dignity, equality and
inalienable rights of all global citizens. (Use commas to separate preambulatory
clauses)
Reaffirming its Resolution 33/1996 of 25 July 1996, which encourages Governments to
work with UN bodies aimed at improving the coordination and effectiveness of
humanitarian assistance,
Noting with satisfaction the past efforts of various relevant UN bodies and
nongovernmental organizations,
Stressing the fact that the United Nations faces significant financial obstacles and is in
need of reform, particularly in the humanitarian realm,

1. Encourages all relevant agencies of the United Nations to collaborate more closely
with countries at the grassroots level to enhance the carrying out of relief efforts; [use
semicolons to separate operative clauses]
2. Urges member states to comply with the goals of the UN Department of
Humanitarian Affairs to streamline efforts of humanitarian aid;
3. Requests that all nations develop rapid deployment forces to better enhance the
coordination of relief efforts of humanitarian assistance in complex emergencies;
4. Calls for the development of a United Nations Trust Fund that encourages voluntary
donations from the private transnational sector to aid in funding the implementation
of rapid deployment forces;
5. Stresses the continuing need for impartial and objective information on the political,
economic and social situations and events of all countries;
6. Calls upon states to respond quickly and generously to consolidated appeals for
humanitarian assistance; and
7. Requests the expansion of preventive actions and assurance of post-conflict
assistance through reconstruction and development. [End resolutions with a period]

INTERNATIONAL COURT OF JUSTICE
Lawyers will present and judge two cases dealing with international incidents between
nations. Cases are based on historical precedent. Judges participants will deliberate
the two cases.

The ICJ will hear a total of two cases over the course of the conference. Delegates will
be assigned as prosecution and defense for each case, prior to the conference. Case
briefs must be prepared before the conference. Upon arrival at the conference,
delegates will meet with co-council to prepare case for deliberation. ICJ delegates not
presenting a case will serve as judges of the court. Presiding officer shall rule over the
courts as Chief Justice.

AGENDA
Case proceedings are as follows:

1. Call to Order.
2. Minute of Silence.
3. Roll Call.
4. Declaration of the Registrar.
5. Attorneys leave the room and judges make their declarations.
6. Judges deliver their opening speeches.
7. Attorneys go inside the room and the members of the Court establish the
agenda.

Hearing
8. The presidents ask the Attorneys if they are willing to accept the judgment of
the Court.
9. The Prosecuting Attorneys delivers his or her opening arguments.
10. The Defending Attorneys deliver his or her opening arguments.
11. The Prosecutor presents his or her case: evidence, witnesses, experts and
arguments.
12. The Defendant presents his or her case: evidence, witnesses, experts and
arguments.
13. The Prosecuting Attorneys present his or her closing arguments.
14. The Defendant Attorneys present his or her closing arguments.
15. Attorneys and observers are asked to leave the room. Only the judges, the
Presidents and the Registrar remain for deliberation.

Deliberation
16. The judges will debate the evidence; witnesses and experts presented by both
Attorneys and decide if they are admissible and if they would be taken into
consideration for the decision of the Court.
17. Judges will vote the evidence, witnesses and experts presented first by the
Prosecutor and then by the Defendant.
18. Judges debate and lobby on the future verdict.
19. When Judges have come to a consensus, the verdict is given and consequences
are written down.
20. Judges formally vote for the verdict and the votes must be recorded.
21. Attorneys are called in and they are informed about the decision of the court
22. Judges wishing to make their dissenting or separate opinions may do so
23. Attorneys are given the opportunity to state their opinion about the verdict or
make any comments that they consider relevant at this moment



Procedures

A. PRESENTATION OF EVIDENCE
Attorneys present his or her evidence to the court. The evidence must be
visible to everyone present on the committee (whether it is by transparencies,
video beam or handouts). The attorney must always state the source of his or
her evidence, and as the evidence is being presented, the attorney must state
his or her arguments supporting it.
Judges are allowed to interrupt the attorney in order to ask questions regarding
the evidence and the arguments that the attorney offers to support it.
When an attorney finishes the presentation of one of his or her evidence the
counterpart has the right to present his or her arguments against the evidence
that has been presented. When they present the arguments and counter-
arguments both attorneys must decide to reserve their right for further
arguments or not.

B. CROSS-EXAMINATION OF WITNESSES AND EXPERTS
Witnesses and experts must first make a declaration before the court.
The attorney who presents the witness or expert is the first to question him or
her. After asking the questions he or she considers necessary the attorney must
reserve the right to ask further questions or decide that he or she has finished
questioning the witness or expert.
The other attorney is asked if he or she wishes to question the witness or
expert. If the attorneys decide to question the witness or expert he or she must
proceed with his or her inquiries and decide to reserve the right to ask further
questions or not.
The presidents ask if there are any judges wishing to question the witness or
expert. If there are, they shall raise their placards until the president recognizes
them to speak.
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