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10 Steps to prepare for your first MUN conference - Coggle Diagram
10 Steps to prepare for your first MUN conference
Research your Countries Position
The reason you should search like this is due to the fact you will not always find exactly what you’re looking for when you Google your country + topic.
Have an Open Mind
If it’s your first MUN, I am happy to let you know that after reading this short guide (and followed the steps we laid out) you probably did more research and preparation than most other first-time MUNers : ) and one significant step closer to winning Best Delegate.
How to Write a Resolution
A Resolution is the compilation of the practical policy ideas of everyone in your block. It is generally made of Preambulatory Clauses and Operative Clauses. The Resolution needs to be formatted in a very specific way to be considered a valid Draft Resolution.
Understand What is MUN?
Debate your ideas and practical solutions together with the other delegates in the committee.
Learn the Basics About Your Country
Data – Population size, main languages, demographic breakdown and wealth, usually by looking at the Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
Write Your Opening Speech
Your first speech should give a general impression of your countries view of the topic and ideas to solve the problems your committee is discussing.
Read the Study Guide
The Study Guide should give you:
General background about the topic
Current issues relating to the topic
Relevant numbers and data (in good guides at least)
Information about your UN committee
Block positions (not in every guide)
Guiding questions (not in every guide)
Further reading (not in every guide)
Find The Opening Speech Speaker Time
It is usually between 60-90 seconds but can go as low as 30 and as high as 120.
Learn About your Committee
You want to get a basic idea of:
Objectives of the committee
Current committee activities
Past actions of the committee
Learn the Rules of Procedure
For your first MUN it is important you have a general understanding of the Rules of Procedure (ROP). The ROP’s are best learned through practice. However, while you do not need to master the ROP, it’s good to have the basic knowledge of the flow of delegate and how to pass a motion.