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Contents

The United Nations 3

What is the UN Charter? 3

What are the principles of the Charter? 3

What is the basic machinery of the UN under the Charter? 3

What countries can become UN members, and how are they admitted? 4

Can a member state be expelled or withdrawn? 4

What countries are members of the United Nations? 5

A Model United Nations 6

Model United Nations Delegations 6

Research and Preparation of Resolution 6

Research Resources 7

Writing Your Resolution 8

Creating a Resolution 9

Security Council Members 11

Media Representative – Responsibilities and Privileges 11

Committee Chair and Secretary-General – Responsibilities and Privileges 11

Committee and General Assembly Clerk – Responsibilities and Privileges 11

Doorkeeper – Responsibilities and Privileges 12

Resolution Procedures 12

Rules and Procedures 13

Quorum 13

Notes 13

Agenda 13

Grading 13

Attendance 13

Committee Procedures 14

Step 1 – Open Committee and Take Roll 14

Step 2 – Opening Presentations 14

Yield to Questions 14

Step 3 – Open Debate 15

Step 4 – Author’s Summation 15

Step 5 – Voting on a Resolution 15

Step 6 – End the Committee Session 16

United Nations General Assembly Procedures 17

Opening Sessions 17

Procedure in Regular Sessions 17

Call to Order – President of the Assembly 17

Roll Call of Nations 17

Committee Reports 17

Resolution at Hand 17

Yield to Questions 18

Open Debate 18

Author’s Summation 18

Voting on a Resolution 19

Presentation of Awards 19

End of the General Assembly 19

Parliamentary Procedures 20

Point of Order 20

Point of Personal Privilege 20

Point of Inquiry 20

Right of Reply 21

Motions 21

Motion to Suspend for a Caucus 21

Motion to Recess 21

Motion to Reconsider 21

Motion to Close Debate on a Resolution 22

Motion to Table the Resolution 22

Motion to Take From the Table 22

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Motion to Change (Limit or Extend) the Time Limit 22

Motion to Divide the Question 23

Move the Previous Question 23

Move for Roll Call Vote 23

Voting Procedures 23

Placard Voting 23

Abstaining 23

Roll Call Voting 24

Important Question 24

Quick Reference of Motions 25

Appendix 26

Sample Country Delegations 27

Country Profile 28

Sample Resolution #1 29




Resolution Amendment 33

Resolution Rankings 34

Roll Call Vote Summary 35

Docket for UN Committee Sessions 36

Docket for UN General Assembly Sessions 37

The United Nations System Chart 38

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THE UNITED NATIONS

What is the UN Charter?

The Charter, which came into effect on October 24, 1945, is the constitution of the United Nations, establishing

its basic principles, purposes, and machinery. It is an international treaty, which all UN member states must

ratify in accordance with their own national processes. In the United States, the Charter was ratified in the

Senate by a vote of 89-2. Under the terms of the necessary and proper clause of the United States Constitution,

it became federal law through the United Nations Participation Act passed by Congress in 1945.

What are the Principles of the Charter?

The Charter is based on seven main principles.

1. The equality and sovereignty of all member states.

2. Fulfillment “in good faith” by all members of obligation assumed under the Charter.

3. Peaceful settlements of disputes.

4. Renunciation of the threat or use of force.

5. Cooperation with the UN in any action it takes.

6. Encouragement of non-member nations to abide by its principles.

7. Non-intervention by the UN in the affairs of any state.

The Charter also calls for freedom of religion. Many faiths, each with a different conception of God, are

represented at the UN. A moment of silence opens and closes each General Assembly session, and there is a

meditation room at UN Headquarters, which is open at all times. There is no mention of God in the Charter just

as there is none in the United States Constitution.

What is the Basic Machinery of the UN under the Charter?

The Charter established six main organs of the United Nations (see chart).

1. The General Assembly

2. Security Council

3. Economic and Social Council

4. Trusteeship Council

5. International Court of Justice

6. Secretariat

The General Assembly is the central body of the UN and the only one in which all member states are

represented. In general, it forms the main forum for discussion, formulates policy, and coordinates the work of

other organs and subsidiary bodies. The Assembly has no power to pass laws that are binding. Its resolutions

are recommendations for action backed only by the force of world opinion.

The Security Council is the main political organ of the United Nations and is given the “primary responsibility

for the maintenance of international peace and security.” Five permanent members, China, France, the Russian

Federation, the United Kingdom, and the United States, have the power to veto in this body. Total membership

is 15. The 10 non-permanent members serve alternating two-year terms and are elected by the General

Assembly. The current (2009) 10 non-members and their expiring terms (December 31st of the year indicated)

are as follows:

Austria (2010); Burkina Faso (2009); Costa Rica (2009); Croatia (2009); Japan (2010); Libyan Arab Jamahiriya

(2009); Mexico (2010); Turkey (2010); Uganda (2010); and Vietnam (2009).

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The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) is the UN’s planning body for promotion of economic, social,

and humanitarian progress.

The Trusteeship Council is responsible for the supervision of territories voluntarily placed under the

international trusteeship system by the administering governments. There were originally eleven trust

territories; all but one has now become independent nations. The remaining one is the US Trust Territory of the

Pacific Islands.

The International Court of Justice is the principal judicial organ of the UN. It is empowered to hear cases

involving legal disputes between governments and to give advisory opinions to the UN and its related agencies

to clarify questions of international law and interpretation of the Charter.

The Secretariat is the administrative arm of the United Nations and is headed by the Secretary-General. Its

headquarters is in New York City. There are approximately 10,000 men and women employed as Secretariat

members in posts around the world.

What countries can become UN members, and how are they admitted?

Membership is open to all “peace-loving” nations who have acceded to the Charter membership (ratified after it

came into force) and who thereby agree to abide by its provisions. They are admitted by the Security Council

and a two-thirds vote of the General Assembly. The 51 original signatories to the Charter in 1945 became

members by virtue of their participation in the San Francisco Conference and their subsequent ratification of the

Charter.

The only additional qualification for membership is the ability of a country to carry out its responsibilities under

the Charter. Size, population, income levels, and system of government are not factors.

Can a Member State be expelled or withdrawn?

Yes. The Charter provides that a member state may be expelled if both the Security Council and the General

Assembly decide that it has “persistently violated” the UN Charter. This provision has never been invoked.

The seating of the People’s Republic of China in 1971 was not an expulsion of a member state. It was

recognition of the People’s Republic of China rather than the Nationalist government as the legal representative

of the Chinese people. There are no specific provisions in the Charter for withdrawal. Indonesia is the only

country ever to have left the UN. After a change in its government, it resumed participation in the following

year (1966).

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UNITED NATIONS MEMBERS

*Security Council Permanent Member (China, France, Russian Federation, United Kingdom, United States (5)); **Security Council Non-

Permanent Member (Azerbaijan, Colombia, Germany, Guatemala, India, Morocco, Pakistan, Portugal, South Africa, Togo (10))

Afghanistan

Albania

Algeria

Andorra

Angola

Antigua/Barbuda

Argentina

Armenia

Australia

Austria

Azerbaijan**

Bahamas

Bahrain

Bangladesh

Barbados

Belarus

Belgium

Belize

Benin

Bhutan

Bolivia

Bosnia/Herzegovina

Botswana

Brazil

Brunei

Bulgaria

Burkina Faso

Burundi

Cambodia

Cameroon

Canada

Cape Verde

Central African Rep.

Chad

Chile

China*

Colombia**

Comoros

Congo (Rep. of)

Costa Rica

Cote D’Ivoire

Croatia

Cuba

Cyprus

Czech Republic

DRO Congo

Denmark

Djibouti

Dominica

Dominican Rep.

Ecuador

Egypt

El Salvador

Equatorial Guinea

Eritrea

Estonia

Ethiopia

Fiji

Finland

France*

Gabon

Gambia

Georgia

Germany**

Ghana

Greece

Grenada

Guatemala**

Guinea

Guinea Bissau

Guyana

Haiti

Honduras

Hungary

Iceland

India**

Indonesia

Iran (Islamic Rep of)

Iraq

Ireland

Israel

Italy

Jamaica

Japan

Jordan

Kazakhstan

Kenya

Kiribati

Korea (North)

Korea (South)

Kuwait

Kyrgyzstan

Laos

Latvia

Lebanon

Lesotho

Liberia

Libya

Liechtenstein

Lithuania

Luxembourg

Macedonia (YR)

Madagascar

Malawi

Malaysia

Maldives

Mali

Malta

Marshall Islands

Mauritania

Mauritius

Mexico

Micronesia

Moldova (Rep. of)

Monaco

Mongolia

Montenegro

Morocco**

Mozambique

Myanmar

Namibia

Nauru

Nepal

Netherlands

New Zealand

Nicaragua

Niger

Nigeria

Norway

Oman

Pakistan**

Palau

Panama

Papua New Guinea

Paraguay

Peru

Philippines

Poland

Portugal**

Qatar

Romania

Russian Federation*

Rwanda

St. Kitts/Nevis

St. Lucia

St. Vincent/Grenadines

Samoa

San Marino

Sao Tome & Principae

Saudi Arabia

Senegal

Serbia

Seychelles

Sierra Leone

Singapore

Slovakia

Slovenia

Solomon Islands

Somalia

South Africa**

South Sudan

Spain

Sri Lanka

Sudan

Suriname

Swaziland

Sweden

Switzerland

Syria (Arab Rep. of)

Tajikistan

Tanzania

Thailand

Timor-Leste

Togo**

Tonga

Trinidad & Tobago

Tunisia

Turkey

Turkmenistan

Tuvalu

Uganda

Ukraine

United Arab Emirates

United Kingdom*

United Rep of Tanzania

United States*

Uruguay

Uzbekistan

Vanuatu

Venezuela

Vietnam

Yemen

Zambia

Zimbabwe

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A MODEL UNITED NATIONS

Model United Nations Delegations Delegations should consist of 4-5 members or ambassadors. Once a delegation is organized, the group should

select a nation (see list above).

Research and Preparation of Resolution After nation selection, research must be performed to gather information about the nation. (See Nation Profile

page in Appendix.) When sufficient data have been gathered, the delegation will select a topic for their

nation’s resolution. Below are some suggested topics for United Nations Assembly resolutions:

International peace and security issues

Peace-making and peace-keeping

Disarmament

Outer space

Law of the sea

Human rights issues

Racial discrimination

Torture

Putting an end to violations

Women’s rights, children’s rights

Economic and social development issues

Trade

Science and technology for development

Natural resources and energy

Protection of the environment

World food problems

Over-population

Assistance to children

Aging and the elderly

Disabled persons

Refugees

Disaster relief and special economic assistance

International control of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances

Prevention of crime and treatment of offenders

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Research Resources

Check the following web sites for information about your country. Links are primarily in three categories: 1)

United Nations Main Web Server (www.un.org); 2) documents from other UN bodies and organizations; and

3) other related links outside the UN System.

The United Nations Main Web Server

United Nations Home Page

UN Search page

Listing of UN Member States

Missions to the United Nations

Peace-Keeping Operations

Security Council: Resolutions, Documents, and Press Releases

General Assembly Resolutions

General Assembly Documents & Press Releases

Economic & Social Council (ECOSOC)

ECOSOC Resolutions

ECOSOC Documents

ECOSOC Development Page

Documents from Other UN Bodies and Organizations

International Court of Justice (ICJ)

United Nations Development Program

People on War

Food and Agriculture Organization

International Monetary Fund (IMF)

International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD)

International Labor Organization (ILO)

International Telecommunications Union (ITU)

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEFF)

United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development (UNCSD)

United Nations International Computer Center (UNICC)

United Nations Conference for Environment and Development (UNCED)

United Nations Conference on Trade & Development (UNCTAD)

United Nations Environment Program

United Nations International Drug Control Program (UNDCP)

World Bank

World Health Organization (WHO)

World Meteorological Organization (WMO)

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Other Related Links outside the UN System

US State Department

CIA World Factbook

Peacekeeping Operations

Yahoo!: Countries

Info Please: Countries of the World

Human Rights Watch

Institute for Global Communications

North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)

United Nations Documents on Indigenous People

United Nations Scholar’s Workstation at Yale University

New York Times

The Washington Post

The Economist

Consulates and Embassies

Writing Your Resolution Writing and creating your resolution can be a very exciting part of the Model UN Assembly, and every

member of your delegation should take part.

The following tips will help you correctly write a resolution.

The resolution considers only one subject matter.

It expresses the subject in concise language.

The resolution is as brief as necessary to adequately explain the subject and propose the law.

It is divided into preambulatory and operational clauses.

If it amends an existing law, both the current law and the proposed changes must be stated.

Each line of the resolution is numbered.

Major provisions of the resolution are stated in the first (preambulatory) clause.

Definitions of terms, if necessary, are included.

If money will be required to enforce the new law, what will be the source of the money?

What will be the penalty if nations do not obey the law?

The resolution states in the last section when the law would become effective. Many proposals

state, “90 days following passage.” However, your new law can become effective any time

after passage by the General Assembly.

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(Delegates’ Names) (Nation) (Delegates’ Names) (Nation)

Creating a Resolution

Use letter size paper (8½ x 11”).

Begin numbering the lines 12 spaced from left edge of paper.

Submit one resolution per nation (additional resolutions require teacher approval).

Limit one page per resolution (additional pages require teacher approval).

RESOLUTION #______________

INTRODUCED BY: ____________________ REPRESENTING: ______________________

SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION TO ENSURE THAT THE PERSIAN GULF REMAINS OPEN

TO SHIPPING FROM ALL NATIONS

The Model United Nations Assembly,

1 Realizing the world watches and waits as the war between Iran and Iraq escalates

2 in the Persian Gulf,

3 Fully aware the conflict now endangers the security of not only Kuwait but the

4 security of the world,

5 Convinced the deliberate attacks of these nations on shipping in the Persian Gulf

6 threatens to destabilize the energy resources of the nations depending on the oil imports

7 from the area known as the Middle East,

8 Keeping in mind world economic interdependence is directly connected to the

9 flow of oil out of the Persian Gulf,

10 Deeply concerned that unless this situation between Iran and Iraq is stabilized

11 that the economic welfare of the world is threatened with a major recession due to

12 shortages of oil,

13 Fully believing that the conflict, if allowed to continue, will eventually draw in

14 other Middle Eastern countries,

15 1. Requests that a peacekeeping force be established in the Persian Gulf to

16 ensure that the Straits of Hormuz remain open to the shipping of all nations;

17 2. Further requests that the peacekeeping force be empowered to take any

18 action necessary to ensue peaceful passage through the Straits of Hormuz and the

19 Persian Gulf;

20 3. Recommends the peacekeeping force be composed of contingents from

21 nations that do not represent the interests of those nations involved in the Iran-Iraq

22 conflict;

23 4. Calls for the peacekeeping force to be stationed at the Island of Bubiyan

24 in order to provide it with the best vantage point from which to stabilize the shipping

25 lanes of the Persian Gulf;

26 5. Urges that this Resolution take effect immediately upon passage.

ASSIGNED TO COMMITTEE #_______________

Ranking in Committee _______________________

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The sample resolutions in the Appendix present only a few ideas. There are hundreds of other ideas

dealing with such subjects as world hunger, terrorism, boundary disputes between nations, establishing a

study committee, nuclear weapons, pollution, education reform, and others. However, be sure that you

first study your nation and how it stands on world issues. You should also know which nations are your

nation’s allies and enemies. Your resolution should be written from your nation’s point of view, even if

you personally disagree with it. You should act and think as closely as possible to your nation. You

should BE your nation. If you represent Japan, you should think Japanese.

Before starting your resolution, study the Preambulatory and Operative Clauses. Each resolution is a

single sentence, with the different sections separated with semicolons and commas. The Resolution is

divided into two parts: Preambulatory and Operative clauses.

Preambulatory Clauses: These are the justification for actions. They usually begin with

present participles and denote Charter authorizations for actions, past Resolution precedents, and

statements about the particular purposes for the action.

Operative Clauses: These are the policy portions of the Resolution. Each of these starts

with a verb, and taken as a whole, deals thoroughly with one idea arranged in a logical

progression. Each clause should not be a collection of unrelated thoughts or statements on a

broad topic, but should deal with only one aspect of the problem.

Resolution Introductory Phrases

Preambulatory Phrases

Affirming Expressing its appreciation Noting with regret

Alarmed by Expressing its satisfaction Noting with satisfaction

Approving Fulfilling Noting with deep concern

Aware of Fully aware Noting further

Believing Fully alarmed Noting with approval

Bearing in mind Fully believing Observing

Confident Further developing Realizing

Contemplating Further recalling Reaffirming

Convinced Guided by Recalling

Declaring Having adopted Recognizing

Deeply concerned Having considered Referring

Deeply conscious Having considered further Seeking

Deeply convinced Having devoted attention Taking into account

Deeply disturbed Having examined Taking into consideration

Deeply regretting Having studied Taking note

Desiring Having heard Viewing with appreciation

Emphasizing Having received Welcoming

Expecting Keeping in mind

Operative Phrases

Accepts Emphasizes Reaffirms

Affirms Encourages Recommends

Approves Endorses Reminds

Authorizes Expresses its appreciation Regrets

Calls Expresses its hope Requests

Calls upon Further invites Solemnly affirms

Condemns Further proclaims Strongly condemns

Congratulates Further reminds Supports

Confirms Further recommends Trusts

Considers Further requests Takes note of

Declares accordingly Further resolves Transmits

Deplores Have resolved Urge

Draws the attention Notes

Designates Proclaims

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Security Council Members Member nations of the Security Council may be asked to prepare a Position Paper. The Position Paper is a

statement of the nation’s political views related to current world issues addressed by the Security Council and

issues related to its people. It should highlight the nation’s socioeconomic, political, religious, and cultural

status. (See the Appendix for a sample Position Paper.) The Paper should be one page in length.

Media Representative – Responsibilities and Privileges The media representative may have the following responsibilities during the Model United Nations:

write articles for local newspaper or school newspaper

take pictures or record videos of committee and General Assembly proceedings

interview ambassadors or UN officials

create a scrapbook with pictures

Media representatives are granted “roaming” privileges (moving from committee to committee and around the

room during the General Assembly) and may debate in committee. However, they do not have voting

privileges. For identification, the media representative will wear a Press Pass at all times.

Committee Chair and Secretary-General – Responsibilities and Privileges The same responsibilities and privileges that apply to Committee Chair also apply to the Secretary-General of

the UN General Assembly.

Wear nation or business attire.

Get resolutions, amendment sheets, and gavel.

No hat, gum, or jeans.

Make sure the doorkeeper and clerk are present. Persons appointed to those positions should report to

the Committee Chair. If the clerk and doorkeeper are not present at the time the Committee session is to

begin, the Chair will appoint delegates from the Committee to temporarily fill those positions.

Remember that the clerk and doorkeeper may participate in debates.

Fill the front rows, tables, or desks first.

Instruct the doorkeeper to check nametags (if they are used) to make sure that only the delegates assigned

to the Committee, Media Rep, and delegates are present.

Chair introduces himself/herself, the doorkeeper, page (if any), and clerk, and briefly describe their

duties.

Ask clerk to read aloud the docket and make sure resolution authors are present for each resolution.

Distribute speeches to all delegates.

Encourage all present to debate.

When voting, remember that resolutions are either “Favorable” or “Unfavorable,” not passed or defeated.

The Chair is in charge of the Committee proceedings, and no ambassador should question his/her

authority. If problems arise, the Chair should relinquish the gavel and see the teacher.

At the end of the sessions, the Chair will call a recess or adjournment.

Committee and General Assembly Clerk – Responsibilities and Privileges The same responsibilities and privileges that apply to Committee clerks also apply to General Assembly clerks.

Wear nation or business attire.

Clerk introduces himself/herself to the Chair/Secretary-General.

The clerk must wear a watch in order to time speeches and debates.

Read the docket at the opening of the Committee/General Assembly session.

Read the title of the resolution before the author’s speech.

In the absence of the Chair, the clerk will resume the responsibilities of the Chair.

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The clerk may debate.

Doorkeeper – Responsibilities and Privileges Wear nation or business attire.

The doorkeeper introduces himself/herself to the Chair/Secretary-General.

If the room has more than one door, appoint another doorkeeper and explain his/her duties.

The doorkeeper is the parliamentarian (expert in parliamentary procedure) in the Committee and General

Assembly. If necessary, refer to your information packet.

The doorkeeper insures that only authorized persons enter the room.

The doorkeeper insures that no one leaves or enters the room during speeches or voting procedures.

The doorkeeper posts and maintains the docket. On the docket, circle the proposal number that is

currently in debate. Mark out the proposal number once debate on that resolution is completed. Mark

the resolution as either “Favorable” or “Unfavorable” following debate in Committees and the same

following debate in the General Assembly.

The doorkeeper may debate.

Resolution Procedures A. On the first day, ambassadors (delegates) will participate in Committees (regular class periods). During

this time, authors will present their resolutions for the first time. The resolution may be amended in

Committee. The purpose of these hearing Committees is to review and improve proposals prior to being

considered during Summit meetings. A maximum of two amendments may be added to any resolution

during Committees. Ambassadors wishing to amend a proposal must write the amendment on the

Amendment Form and return it to the Clerk prior to the call for Previous Question by the Committee

Chairman. If an amendment has been prepared in advance, it may simply be handed in along with the

Amendment Form (providing the name of Amendment author and country represented). Amendments will

be introduced as motions by the Chair and voted up or down (with no amendment) by the Committee

until two amendments have been adopted.

B. On the second day, ambassadors report to their assigned Summit Sessions (or regular class periods).

Here, Resolution authors will present their proposals. After the authors’ presentation, ambassadors will

be given time for a brief caucus with their Nation members. Then, Resolutions will be voted upon as

Favorable or Unfavorable. During this time, ambassadors will also rank the resolution (one ranking sheet

per Nation). Resolutions will be ranked according to the following criteria:

1. Authors’ presentation and preparation

a. How effective and convincing were the authors in their speeches?

b. Is there evidence of much time and effort put forth by the authors?

2. Debatability – Were there sufficient pros and cons offered on the proposal?

3. Creativity – Is it an original idea?

4. Feasibility – Is the resolution’s suggested action really possible? Could it be enacted?

5. International importance – How important is this idea to the betterment of the

international community?

The outcome of this ranking determines a resolution’s placement on the docket for debate in the General

Assembly.

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Rules and Procedures

1. The Secretary General shall have final authority on all procedural matters during the course of the

Assembly.

2. Each Committee Chair will have authority over all procedural matters within his/her Committee. The

Committee Chair will have the final authority over any and all spectators allowed in committee chambers.

The Chair may be challenged in writing to the Secretary General.

3. The Model United Nations Assembly will be run under the specific rules set forth in this guide.

4. The dress code for the assembly will be business formal; neck ties for males will be required. Any delegate

not wearing native costume should be dressed in business formal attire. No jeans allowed for males or

females. All students will follow the basic dress code as outlined in the UGMS Student Handbook.

5. Delegations will be seated in alphabetical order in the General Assembly.

6. During voting procedures on resolutions, rooms will be sealed. While voting takes place, no one will be

allowed to enter or leave the committee or assembly chambers.

Quorum –

7. A quorum shall be set at two-thirds of all delegates present at the first roll call.

8. A simple majority shall be set at one-half plus one of all delegates present at the first roll call.

9. A simple majority must be present for debate to take place.

10. A two-thirds majority must be present for voting to take place.

11. Any delegate may request quorum verification by way of a motion at any time at the discretion of the

Chair.

Notes

12. Delegates are allowed to pass notes during committee session through the Chair. All notes must strictly

pertain to conference matters. The Chair reserves the right to revoke note passing privileges if the

practice is abused.

Agenda

13. The first session shall begin with a call to order and a roll call. All delegates shall respond:

“Present” – The Delegation is present and has the right to abstain on substantive matters

Or

“Present and voting” – The Delegation is present, but waves the right to abstain on substantive

matters.

Grading

14. Each delegate will be graded based on his/her participation in committee sessions and the General

Assembly. To receive a passing grade, each delegate must speak at least once in committee and at

least once in the General Assembly. “Speaking” means speaking for or against a resolution from

another country. Grades will also be given for the following:

Evidence of research (notes) by deadline

Completed Country Profile

Resolution

Visual Aid (PowerPoint presentation or poster)

Placards (nation name)

Nation flag

Participation in groups, committee sessions, and assembly sessions

15. Each student is expected to do his/her fair share of preparatory work for his/her delegation. Failure

to do a fair share of the delegation’s work will have a negative impact on a student’s grade.

Attendance

16. Each delegate is expected to attend school on the days that committees and the General Assembly

are held. Students cannot participate if they are not present in school, and since grades as based on

participation, absences could have a negative impact on a student’s grade.

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NOTE: IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS ABOUT ANY OF THESE RULES,

PLEASE SEE THE TEACHER BEFORE THE COMMITTEES BEGIN SESSIONS.

Committee Procedures

Each class period will represent a Committee. First period will be Committee 1; second period will be

Committee 2; third period will be Committee 3; and sixth period will represent Committee 4. Each committee

will be led by a teacher-appointed Chairperson (Chair). The Chair will lead the committee proceedings.

STEP 1 - Open Committee and Take Roll At the beginning of the first committee session, the chair will entertain a motion to open committee. This

motion can be given by any delegate. The delegate will stand and address the Chair as follows:

Delegate (standing and holding placard high): “Mr. Chairman.”

Chair: “The Chair recognizes China (or any other present country).”

Delegate (standing with placard lowered): “China moves to open the Committee. (Delegate is then

seated.)

Chair: “China has moved to open Committee. Is the motion seconded?”

Delegate from a different country stands holding placard high: “Mr. Chairman, France (or any other

country) seconds the motion.” (Delegate is then seated.)

Chair: “The motion to open Committee is granted. The first session of this Committee of the 2009

United Nations Assembly is now open for business. The Chair will now take roll.”

Now the committee chair will take roll call (attendance of countries). This will also be done after each new

committee session (whenever the committee reconvenes from a break). As the chair calls out each country

name, delegates from each country will stand, holding placards high, and say, “Present.” Delegates will then

be seated.

STEP 2 – Opening Presentations Each resolution in a committee is numbered. The first number represents the committee number; the second

number represents the resolution number. For example, the first resolution in Committee 1 will be numbered 1-

1; the second resolution in Committee 1 will be numbered 1-2, and so on for each committee. The order of

speakers will follow the resolution numbers. For example, the first speaker in Committee 1 will be a delegate

representing Resolution 1-1. The second speaker will represent 1-2, and so on. The same procedure is

following for all committees.

Chair: “The first item on the agenda is Resolution 1.” (The Chair or Co-Chair reads aloud the

resolution.)

To begin debate, the chair calls for presentation of Resolution 1.

Chair: “The Chair recognizes China. You may begin speaking on Resolution 1-1. You have five

minutes.”

Delegates from China go to the well and begin speaking on their resolution. Each delegation will be given five

minutes for presentation and answering questions then the resolution will go in debate.

Yield to Questions

When a speaker has finished presenting a resolution, he/she may yield the remainder of the five minutes for

questions. If so, the speaker will follow the procedure below:

Delegate (turning to the Chair): “I/we yield to questions.”

Chair: “Does anyone have questions for the Delegates from China?”

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At this point, the Chair will recognize another nation/delegate for a question. A delegate must wait to be

recognized by the Chair before asking a question. When this procedure is not followed, the Chair will call the

violating delegate “Out of order,” and the delegate must be seated without asking a question.

Delegates who wish to ask questions will stand, hold placards high, and wait to be recognized by the

Chair. Delegates may call out, “Mr. Chairman/Madame Chairman,” in an attempt to gain the Chair’s

recognition.

Chair: “The Chair recognizes France.”

Delegate from France (stands): “John Smith, France. Will the delegate [from China] yield to

one/series questions?” (Only one question may be asked unless the delegate asks for a “series” of

questions.)

Chair (turning to delegate from China): “Will China yield to a question?”

Delegate from China: “Yes,” or “China will yield.”

Chair (turning to delegate from France): “State your question.”

Delegate from France then proceeds with question and is seated after China responds. The same procedure is

followed for the remaining questions.

Note: The delegate in the well may choose to refuse to answer a question. For example:

Chair: “The Chair recognizes the delegate from Australia.”

Delegate from Australia: “Billy Brown, Australia. Will the delegates from China yield to one/series of

questions?”

Chair: “Do you so yield?”

Delegate from China: “No,” or “China does not yield.”

Chair (turning to Australia): “They do not yield.”

Delegates may continue questions until time has expired.

STEP 3 – Open Debate After the speaker or delegate presents the resolution (including questions) and the time is up, the Chair will

open the debate.

Chair: “This resolution is now open for debate. Would anyone like to speak favorably or unfavorably

on this resolution?”

Delegates wishing to speak favorably or unfavorably on this resolution should stand, holding placards high, and

wait for recognition from the Chair.

Chair: “Chair recognizes the delegate from Spain.”

Delegate from Spain: “Jane Blake, Spain. I’d like to speak unfavorably on this resolution.”

Chair: ‘That is your privilege.”

Delegate from Spain continues standing and states reasons he/she is for or against the resolution.

The Chair continues this procedure until the time allotted for debate is finished.

STEP 4 – Author’s Summation Following the debate of the resolution, the Chair will say:

Chair: “Time for discussion has now ended. The speaker for this resolution will now have one minute

for closing remarks.”

The delegates representing the resolution will be seated after their closing summation, and voting will begin.

STEP 5 – Voting on a Resolution After the author’s summation, the Chair will say:

Chair: “All nations will now have one minute in which to caucus and decide how the nation will cast

its vote. Each nation may vote FOR the resolution, AGAINST the resolution, or ABSTAIN from voting.”

After the allotted time to caucus has ended, the Chair will say:

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Chair: “We will now proceed with the roll call of nations. When your nation is called, one

representative will stand and say, ‘The nation of __________ votes

favorable/unfavorable.’”

Following the roll call of nations, the Chair or Co-Chair will tabulate the votes and the Chair will announce the

outcome. A simple majority is needed for passage of the resolution.

Chair: “With a vote of _____________ favorable, ______________ unfavorable, and _______

abstentions, this resolution passes/fails.” Chair then pounds the gavel once.

The Chair then begins introduction of Resolution 2, and so on.

STEP 6 – End the Committee Session At the end of the first committee session (or class period), the Chair will ask for a Motion to Recess. This ends

the first session/meeting until the next scheduled committee session. A move to recess requires a third-thirds

majority vote.*

Chair: “Is there a motion to recess?”

Any Delegate (standing): “Japan moves to recess.”

Chair: “There is a motion to recess. All nations in favor of recess, raise your placards.”

The Chair counts the votes.

Chair: “Reverse your positions.” (This requests that nations in opposition raise their placards.)

The Chair counts the votes and announces the outcome.

Chair: “A motion to recess has been carried, and this Committee will be in recess until _______.”

Chair then soundly pounds the gavel to start the recess.

At the end of the final Committee session (or class period), the Chair will ask for a Motion to Adjourn. A

Motion to Adjourn the meeting will end all formal debate and will be considered only at the end of the final

Committee session. An adjournment of the meeting requires a two-thirds majority.

Chair: “Is there a motion to adjourn the meeting?”

Any Delegate (standing): “Japan moves to adjourn the meeting.”

Chair: “There is a motion to adjourn the meeting. All nations in favor of the motion, raise your

placards.”

The Chair counts the votes.

Chair: “Reverse your positions.” (This means that nations against the motion should now raise their

placards.)

The Chair counts the votes and announces the outcome.

Chair: “A motion to adjourn has been carried. The Committee Sessions of the 2009 United Nations

Assembly are now adjourned.”

Chair soundly pounds gavel, indicating an end to all Committee Sessions.

_________________________

*NOTE: If time is a concern, the Chair may skip the formal procedure and declare recess.

Chair: “Is there a motion to recess?”

Any Delegate: “Pakistan moves to recess.”

Chair: “The motion to recess is granted. This committee will be in recess until

______________________.” (Chair will give the time and date of the next meeting.)

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United Nations General Assembly Procedures

OPENING SESSION In the opening assembly, there will be a Parade of Nations. This will give each nation the opportunity to give a

greeting to the other members of the assembly. This greeting will be done as follows:

As your nation is introduced by the presiding officer, delegates from each nation will go to the

designated microphone with their nation’s flag and will give a 30-second welcome in their nation’s

native tongue. These delegates will also provide an English translation of the welcome.

The President will have each delegation line up in alphabetical order and will call ten nations at a time to

give their greetings. After all ten greetings are made, the ten delegations will return to their seats and

the next ten nations will be called to the designated area. This procedure will continue until the Parade

of Nations has been completed.

All delegates will then go to their designated seats.

PROCEDURE IN REGULAR SESSIONS The order of the session will follow the guidelines below.

Call to Order – President of the Assembly President: “The 2009 Session of the United Nations Assembly is now called to order.”

President soundly pounds gavel.

Roll Call of Nations – Clerk of the Assembly Clerk: “When a nation’s name is called, the delegates from that nation will stand, raise their flag in

the air, and acknowledge their presence in unison.”

The Clerk then calls each nation.

Delegates will respond as “Present,” or “Present and voting.” (If a nation responds “Present and

voting,” that nation is announcing that it intends to wave its right to use the option to abstain on any vote.)

Committee Reports – Committee Chairpersons Committee Chairpersons will come forward when called to give their committee reports. Each Chair will

announce the committee’s ranking of the resolutions discussed in his/her committee. All higher ranked

resolutions will be debated first in the General Assembly. After reading, the reports will be given to the Clerk.

Resolution at Hand The Clerk will read aloud the subject of the first/next resolution to be considered. After the reading, the

President will ask the delegates representing that resolution to come forward.

President: “Is the nation’s spokesperson for this resolution present? If so, please come forward at this

time with your nation’s placard to present your resolution.”

Delegates go to the well to present their resolution. The authors will have five minutes for their presentation.

President: “The Chair recognizes China. You may begin speaking on Resolution 1-1. You have five

minutes.”

Delegates from China go to the well and begin speaking on their resolution.

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Yield to Questions The procedures used in the General Assembly sessions are similar to those followed in the Committee sessions.

When a speaker has finished presenting a resolution, he/she may yield the remainder of the five minutes for

questions. If so, the speaker will follow the procedure below:

Delegate (turning to the President): “I/we yield to questions.”

President: “Does anyone have questions for the Delegates from China?”

At this point, the President will recognize another nation/delegate for a question. A delegate must wait to be

recognized by the President before asking a question. When this procedure is not followed, the President will

call the violating delegate “Out of order,” and the delegate must be seated without asking a question.

Delegates who wish to ask questions will stand, hold placards high, call out, “Mr. President,” and wait

to be recognized by the President.

President: “The Chair recognizes France.”

Delegate from France (stands): “John Smith, France. Will the delegate [from China] yield to

one/series questions?”

President (turning to delegate from China): “Will China yield to a question?”

Delegate from China: “Yes,” or “China will yield.”

President (turning to delegate from France): “State your question.”

The delegate from France then proceeds with his question and is seated after China responds. The same

procedure is followed for the remaining questions.

NOTE: The delegate in the well may choose to refuse to answer a question. For example:

President: “The Chair recognizes the delegate from Australia.”

Delegate from Australia: “Billy Brown, Australia, will the delegates from China yield to

one/series of questions?”

President: “Does the Delegate so yield?”

Delegate from China: “No,” or “China does not yield.”

President (turning to Australia): “They do not yield.”

Delegates may continue answering other questions until time has expired.

Open Debate After the speaker or delegate presents the resolution (including questions) and the time is up, the President will

open the debate.

President: “This resolution is now open for debate. Would anyone like to speak favorably or

unfavorably on this resolution?”

At this time, delegates from other nations will come forward and line up behind the designated microphone. No

more than one delegate from a single nation may be in line at one time. As the delegate steps to the microphone

the delegate holds up the nation’s placard, states his/her name and nation in order for all to hear, and then makes

a statement regarding the resolution at hand. Following his/her speech, the delegate will return to his/her seat.

(NOTE: At this time, another delegate from the same nation may get in line and be prepared to speak for or

against the resolution at hand.) For example:

President will say, “Chair recognizes the United States.”

Delegate responds, “John Bonjovi, USA. I would like to speak unfavorably on this resolution.”

President responds, “That is your privilege.”

US Delegate continues: “I am against this resolution because…”

Author’s Summation Following the debate of the resolution, the President will say:

President: “Time for debate has ended. The speaker for this resolution will now have one minute for

closing remarks.”

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The delegates representing the resolution will give a one-minute summation where they have a chance to

respond to unfavorable comments. They will be seated after their closing summation and voting will begin.

Voting on a Resolution After the author’s summation, the President will say:

President: “All nations will now have one minute in which to caucus and decide how the nation will

cast its vote. Each nation may vote FOR the resolution, AGAINST the resolution, or ABSTAIN from voting.

Nations answering roll call as ‘present and voting’ must cast a vote.”

After the allotted time to caucus has ended, the President will say:

President: “We will now proceed with the roll call vote. When your nation is called, one

representative will stand and say, ‘The nation of __________ votes favorable/unfavorable, or abstains.’”

Following the roll call of nations, the President or Clerk will tabulate the votes and the President will announce

the outcome. A simple majority is needed for passage of the resolution.

President: “With a vote of _____________ favorable, ______________ unfavorable, and _______

abstentions, this resolution passes/fails.” Chair then pounds the gavel once.

The President then begins introduction of the next resolution.

This process continues through the last date of the General Assembly.

End of the General Assembly Session At the end of the first General Assembly session, the President will declare a recess and announce the time at

which the next meeting will be held. This ends the first session/meeting until the next scheduled committee

session. A move to recess requires a third-thirds majority vote.

Awards

Before the end of the General Assembly, delegates will vote for winners of the following awards: Outstanding

Delegate; Best Nation; Best Costume; and Best Resolution. The awards will be given on the last day of the

assembly prior to closing ceremonies.

Final Assembly Day Presentation of Awards - Before the end of the final General Assembly session, the appointed person will give

delegate awards.

Recognition of honored guests/speakers. Closing address by guest speaker.

At the end of the final General Assembly session, the President will ask for a Motion to Adjourn. A Motion to

Adjourn the meeting will end all formal debate and will only be considered at the end of the final General

Assembly session. An adjournment of the meeting requires a two-thirds majority.

President: “Is there a motion to adjourn the meeting?”

Any Delegate (standing): “Japan moves to adjourn the meeting.” President: “The motion is granted.

This session of the 2009 United Nations Assembly is now adjourned.” President soundly pounds gavel,

indicating an end to all Sessions.

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Parliamentary Procedures

The following are the verbal rules used during committee and General Assembly sessions at the Union Gove

Middle School Model United Nations Assembly. These rules are intended to maintain fair quorum and debate

among all delegates and all national states represented in each session. The Committee Chairperson or General

Assembly President will enforce these rules throughout the sessions, and they have overall discretion and ruling

on any points being made by delegates. Each delegate is expected to behave in a courteous manner toward

other delegates and assembly leaders. Delegates exhibiting discourteous or disruptive behavior will be

ejected from the proceedings.

POINTS OF ORDER

These are technical interruptions to the regular business being held in committee or General Assembly. All

procedural motions are points of order. A point of order does not exist until it has been accepted as legitimate

by the chair. If the chair rules that a point of order is in order, the delegate may then make the motion. All

points of order motions are declared only after the chair has recognized the delegate(s).

Point of Order Purpose: This point is used to interrupt the speaker and obtain recognition from the chair. The delegate, when

not speaking, must rise under this point to make a motion. This point is used when a delegate wishes to point

out that another delegate did not use proper procedures. A Point of Order MAY interrupt a speaker.

Result: The chair will address or point, saying “Rise and state your point.” After the delegate states his/her

point, the chair will rule whether or not it is out of order.

Example:

Cuba’s delegate stands, raises placard, and says, “I rise to a Point of Order.”

Chair acknowledges delegate: “State your Point.”

Delegate responds: “John Smith, Cuba. The delegate from Russia did not say his name.”

Chair rules in/out of order: “That point IS in order. Delegate from Russia, please

remember to say your name and country before you speak. Next time you will be out of order.”

Point of Personal Privilege Purpose: This is used by a delegate to alleviate personal discomforts or distractions. Delegates use this point

for items such as room temperature or if they are unable to hear another delegate. This is NOT used for

bathroom breaks or to speak about an issue on hand. Delegates can interrupt speakers with this point ONLY if

their point involves the clarification of any distractions from hearing or understanding a delegate. A Point of

Personal Privilege CANNOT interrupt a speaker.

Results: Chair will attempt to alleviate the discomfort/distraction in the appropriate way.

Example:

Delegate stands, raises placard, and says, “I rise to a point of privilege.”

Chair acknowledges delegate: “State your Point.”

Delegate states Point: “Susan Jackson, Ireland. Could the delegate from Ghana please speak a little

louder? I cannot hear him.”

Chair: “Ghana, please try to speak a little louder. Thank you.”

Point of Inquiry Purpose: During debate on a resolution, a delegate may raise this point. It is used by a delegate to clarify a

ruling or term, or to inquire on the possible effects a motion may have. It CANNOT interrupt a speaker.

Results: Chair will provide factual information on the inquiry.

Example:

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Delegate stands, raises placard, and says, “I rise to a Point of Inquiry.”

Chair responds: “State your Point.”

Delegate: “Jane Doe, Singapore. Can you explain which resolution we’re voting on now?”

Chair: “We are currently voting on Resolution 3-4.”

Right of Reply Purpose: This point is used by a delegate in response to any slanderous remarks directed toward his/her nation

in the course of discussion. This point MAY interrupt the speaker.

Results: If granted by the chair, the delegates will be given a specified amount of time to rebut the remarks.

Example:

USA Delegate: “… and we believe Iraq is an evil country.”

Iraq stands, raises placard, and says: “I/we rise to a Right of Reply.”

Chair decides whether or not to grant it: “Right of Reply granted. You have ______ minutes to

reply.”

Iraq rebuts statements in the specified amount of time.

MOTIONS

Motions at Model United Nations are made by the delegates only when they have the floor to speak. In other

words, delegates make a motion only when it is their time to speak or if the chair asks the floor for any motions.

Delegates will not interrupt another delegate in order to make a motion. At his/her discretion, the chair may

deem any request of a motion “uncalled for at the time.” The following are some motions that may be made.

Often, motions are voted upon by the committee members. Delegates wishing to make a motion should say, “I

move to …,” or “I make a motion to …,” NOT “I motion to …”

Motion to Suspend for a Caucus – During general debate on a resolution, a delegate may offer a motion

to suspend the meeting for the purpose of going into caucus to informally discuss the agenda item and prepare

for debates or voting. A Motion to Suspend for a Caucus requires a second, and cannot interrupt a speaker. It is

not debatable, so the Chair should immediately call for a vote on the motion. The motion is approved if a

majority of the delegates vote in favor of the motion. Abstentions are considered “No” votes. NOTE: This

motion will be used for short breaks as well. Please do not overuse or abuse this motion. A vote may or may

not be required at the Chair’s discretion. If granted, the caucus/break will be set for a specific amount of time.

Motion to Recess – A delegate may offer a motion to temporarily suspend the meeting in order to go into

recess. A Motion to Recess requires a second, and cannot interrupt a speaker. A Motion to Recess should

indicate the time at which the meeting will reconvene. It is not debatable, so the Chair should immediately call

a vote on the motion. The motion is approved if a majority of the delegates vote in favor on the motion.

Abstentions are considered “No” votes. NOTE: The Chair may call a recess or immediately grant a Motion to

Recess if time runs out in the meeting or for any other purpose deemed necessary for Chair.

Motion to Reconsider – The purpose of this motion is to bring up a resolution that has been rejected

(failed) or adopted. This must be brought up by a member that originally voted with the majority of that

resolution (supported it). This motion will only be used if there have been 0-1 resolutions passed to the General

Assembly, or if the Chair deems it necessary. This motion may only be used in Committee. Abstentions are

considered “No” votes.

Vote required: majority

Results: The committee will again begin discuss on that resolution.

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Example:

After being recognized by Chair, Zimbabwe: “I Move to Reconsider Resolution 3-3 since we need

another resolution to go to the General Assembly and remembering that this resolution was a close vote.”

Chair deems motion worthy: “Motion is granted. Is there a second?”

Italy: “Second.”

Chair: “Any opposed?”

Another country raises placard: “Opposed.”

Chair: “Since there is opposition, we will take 2 pros and 2 cons. Speaking pro?”

Delegates wishing to speak pro raise placards.

Chair recognizes two countries: “France and United Arab Emirates.”

Chair repeats with cons.

Delegates alternate speaking for 30 seconds – pro, con, pro, con.

Chair: “We will now vote on this motion. All in favor please raise your placards.”

Chair counts placards: “With the majority, this motion passes. We will now reopen debate on

Resolution 3-3. I will take four speakers. Who would like to be placed on the speakers list?”

NOTE: The pro/con debate in the above example is only to debate whether the committee should go back to

discussion on a certain resolution, not to debate the resolution itself.

Motion to Close Debate on a Resolution - During debate on a resolution, a delegate may offer a motion

to immediately end discussion of the resolution. The motion requires a second, and cannot interrupt a speaker.

The Chair should recognize two speakers in opposition to the motion. Following the speeches, the Chair should

call for a vote on the motion. The motion is approved if a majority of the delegates vote in favor of the motion.

Abstentions are considered “No” votes. If the motion is approved, the Chair should immediately call for a vote

on the resolution.

Motion to Table the Resolution – A delegate may offer a motion to table (i.e., to lay aside for an

indefinite or definite period of time) the pending resolution. The motion requires a second, and cannot interrupt

a speaker. The Chair should recognize one speaker in favor of the motion and one speaker in opposition to the

motion. Following the speeches, the Chair should call for a vote on the motion. The motion is approved if a

majority of the delegates vote in favor of the motion. Abstentions are considered “No” votes. If a resolution

has been tabled indefinitely, it does not need to be considered prior to completion of committee and council

business.

Motion to Take From the Table – A delegate may offer a motion to remove from the table a resolution

that had previously been tabled indefinitely. This motion is not in order if there is another motion, resolution, or

amendment on the floor. The motion requires a second, and cannot interrupt a speaker. The chair should

recognize one speaker in favor of the motion and one speaker in opposition to the motion. Following the

speeches, the chair should call for a vote on the motion. The motion is approved if two-thirds of the delegates

vote in favor of the motion. Abstentions are considered “No” votes.

Motion to Change (Limit or Extend) the Time Limit – During debate on a resolution, a delegate

may offer a motion to change/extend the time limit for speeches by a specified time period. The motion

requires a second and cannot interrupt the speaker. The chair should recognize one speaker in favor of the

motion and one speaker in opposition to the motion. Following the speeches, the chair shall call for a vote on

the motion. The motion is approved if a majority of the delegates vote in favor of the motion. Abstentions are

considered “No” votes.

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Motion to Divide the Question – Prior to a vote on a resolution, a delegate may offer a motion to divide

the question (i.e. propose that specific parts of the resolution be voted on separately). Motions for division

apply to both operative and pre-ambulatory clauses. The motion requires a second and cannot interrupt a

speaker. The chair should recognize one speaker in favor of the motion and one speaker in opposition to the

motion. Following the speeches, the chair should call for a vote on the motion. The motion is approved if a

majority of the delegates vote in favor of the motion. Abstentions are considered “No” votes. If a motion to

divide the question is approved, the chair should call a note on the separate parts of the resolution as specified in

the previous motion. Following completion of the votes on the parts of the resolution, those parts of the

resolution that were approved should be put to a vote as a whole. If all operative clauses of a resolution are

rejected, then the resolution should be considered rejected. No vote is required.

Move the Previous Question – To be used in Committee. This motion calls for an immediate stop to

debate and vote on the resolution at hand. For example:

Chair: “The Chair recognizes Canada.”

Delegate: “John Matthews, Canada. I move the previous question.”

Chair: “The previous question has been moved. Is there a second?”

Any Delegate: “Second.”

(If no one seconds the motion, then the floor is reopened for debate.)

Chair: “Having heard a second, the previous question now stands. Should this resolution pass

committee? All in favor of the resolution passing committee state so by raising your placard now.”

Chair counts the votes and announces the outcome.

Chair: “On the passage of Resolution 4-6, the votes were _________ favorable,

__________ unfavorable, and ___________ abstentions. The Resolution passed/failed committee.”

Move for Roll Call Vote –

Purpose: To have all nations’ votes given verbally when their names are called rather than by placard vote.

Vote Required: Majority

Results: If motion passes, each nation’s name will be called out and they will reply saying “Favorable” or

“Unfavorable.”

VOTING PROCEDURES

During all voting procedures, all note passing, talking, and questioning must stop. The doors of the room will

be closed, and no one will be allowed to enter or leave until all voting for that segment has finished.

Nations may vote ONLY ONCE in all voting procedures. Nation states with more than one delegate in a

committee may only vote once. There is only one vote per nation – not one vote per delegate. Generally,

placard voting will be used for voting on motions. Roll call voting is preferred for voting on resolutions.

Placard Voting Purpose: Placard voting is a non-verbal form of voting. Delegates are asked to raise their placards high and

straight facing the chair.

Abstaining Purpose: When a country does not have a particular position on an issue or resolution, the country may answer

“Abstain” when a vote is taken. Abstentions will NOT BE GIVEN FOR VOTES ON PROCEDURAL

MATTERS (i.e. limiting speaker’s time, points of privilege, etc.) or for majority or 2/3 voting. Abstentions

may also be useful if a country does not wish to appear to be taking sides against one ally when the country has

allies in opposition or conflict. Abstentions will be permitted only during a vote on resolutions.

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Result: During placard voting procedures, the chair will ask who votes in favor or against, or who abstains

(does not have a position). Placards will be raised when the chair calls, “Are there any abstentions?” During a

roll call vote, when the country name is called, a delegate will answer “___________ abstains.” When

calculated, abstentions will be counted as “No” votes.

NOTE: When calculated in a majority vote, if the number of pro votes is the same number as the combined

number of con votes and abstentions, the verdict will fail. Ties fail.

Roll Call Voting Purpose: As stated above, roll call votes are given verbally when the chair calls on countries for a vote. This is

useful for those delegates who would like to write down who is voting for or against his/her resolution, or any

abstentions. This is also used at times when voting is very close. See above for further details.

Important Question Purpose: At the end of final committee sessions, the chair and co-chair will determine the order in which the

resolutions will be presented in the General Assembly. The ranking order will be placed on the level of

importance of each resolution, with 1 being the most important. This information will be included in the

Committee Report given to the General Assembly Clerk.

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Quick Reference – Parliamentary Procedure

Permitted to Second Can Be Type of Vote

Motion Interrupt Speaker Required Debated Required to Pass

Point of Order Yes No No Chair discretion

Right of Reply Yes No No Chair discretion

Suspend for Caucus No Yes No Majority

Recess No No No Chair discretion

Limit Speaker’s No Yes Yes Majority/or

Time Chair discretion

Close Debate No Yes No Majority/no abst.

Table Resolution No Yes 1 pro/1 con Majority/no abst.

Take from Table No Yes 1 pro/1 con 2/3 Majority/no

abstentions

Change Time Limit No Yes 1 pro/1 con Majority/no abst.

Reconsider No Yes 2 pro/2 con 2/3 Majority/no

abstentions

Move the Previous No Yes No Chair discretion

Question (Committee)

Close Debate No Yes No Majority

(General Assembly)

Divide the Question No Yes 1 pro/1 con Majority

Adjourn No No No Chair/Sec. Gen.

Discretion

NOTE: The procedures required to pass a motion may be changed at the discretion of the teacher and Secretary

General if the change is deemed to be in the best interests of the General Assembly.

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APPENDIX

The Appendix contains various forms that will be helpful in your Model United Nations Assembly. You may

or may not use all of them depending on the design you choose for your model program. It may be necessary to

create new forms that are custom designed for your specific needs.

The most critical form in the Appendix is the Country Profile. It is crucial for students to perform a thorough

search for information on their nation. This data serve as the basis and foundation for the proceedings. Without

adequate information, students will be unable to write a good Resolution. Without a good Resolution, students

will not experience the full benefit such an activity can offer them.

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SAMPLE (When delegations and nations are organized, give each student a list of nations and delegations.)

Country Delegations

Committee/

Nation Delegation Members Resolution #

Canada Dejon Tebought, D.J. Dixon, Shawn Coffman 6-1

China* Omega Tennant, Erin Lyttle, Rachel Purdue, Brittany Welch 3-1

Cuba Adam Eskew, James McElhaney, Taylor Sorensen 6-2

North Korea Jackie Yin, Kelsey Watson, Chrissy Ogeltree 2-1

Egypt Kiffani Zachery, Hali Hosemann, Elizabeth Stubbs 2-2

Ethiopia Terry Oliver, Kim Lim, Tiara Fair 6-3

France Shannon Winterhalter, Noelle Crimmons, Krissy Jeffares 3-2

Germany Kara Brown, Megan Danner, Conner Mims 3-3

Ghana Matt Sullivan, Joey Hawley, Kody Winner 3-4

Greece Darrien Butler, Elizabeth Smith, Jasmine Morales 3-5

India Corey Lane, Lamar Thomason, Alex Archer 1-1

Islamic Rep. of Iran Tyriq Sims, Tanner Hall, Dylan Summers 1-2

Iraq Nathan Quill, Paul Watson, Nic Winter 2-3

Israel Nic Wallace, Corbyn Christian, Cole Yarbrough 1-3

Italy Bella Ross, Krista Duren, Sarah Anne Thomas 1-4

Japan Ashlie Stinson, Kelly Spicer, Haley Price 6-4

Jordan Zach D’Hollosy, Tracey Ham, Ansley Hughes 3-6

Kazakhstan Cody Duncan, Jacob Braswell, Courtney Stanford 2-4

Libya Hunter Inglett, Chad Deyton 6-5

Morocco Elizabeth Banks, Audrey Petrizzi, Mondie LaConte 2-5

Pakistan Nic Lilly, Josh Leslie, Andrew Warren 2-6

Panama Zane Smith, Josh Turner, Dylan Arthur 2-7

Poland James Brooks, Jared English 6-6

South Korea Vanessa McDonald, Morgan Brock, Chelsea Taylor 1-5

Russian Federation Kolbi Gray, Garrett Smith, Jalen Summers 1-6

Saudi Arabia Lindsey Harnage, Pamela Bowman, Shesca Wimberly 1-7

Singapore Josie Janik, Akil Kizzie, Jordan Glover 1-8

Somalia Brian Cantebury, Current Dampier, Josh Christian, Darius Jackson 3-7

Spain Morgan Doolittle, Kasey Wilson, Mesha Jackson 6-7

Syrian Damien Leite, Dylan Williams, Austin Smith 6-8

Thailand Aerial Nelson, Rachel Yoder, Mycah Sewell 1-9

Turkey Dani McGee, Amanda Bell, Casey Davidson 2-8

United Kingdom Taylor Mastin, Chelsea Edwards, Mariah Maxie 6-9

Tanzania Colby Carter, Cody Johnson, Mark Ferron 2-9

United States Jonathan Wright, Jared Vinson, Will Monday 3-8

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COUNTRY PROFILE

BASIC INFORMATION: Who am I?

Full constitutional name ______________________________________________________________________

Capital____________________________Bordering Countries _______________________________________

Description of location:_______________________________________________________________________

Major landforms/water _______________________________________________________________________

Climate________________________________________________________________% of arable land ______

ECONOMICS: Are we rich/poor, developing/developed?

Population_____________________ Growth Rate (%)_______ Life Expectancy______(men)_______(women)

Type of economic system (i.e. traditional, market, command, mixed) __________________________________

Per Capita GDP_____________________________ Literacy Rate (%)_________________________________

Natural resources ___________________________________________________________________________

Major agricultural products ___________________________________________________________________

Major industries ____________________________________________________________________________

Energy resources _________________________________________________ Currency__________________

Products imported_______________________________________________________% of Economy________

Products exported_______________________________________________________% of Economy ________

Major trade partners:

Imports _______________________________________________________________________________

Exports________________________________________________________________________________

Major economic problems ____________________________________________________________________

CULTURAL AND SOCIAL ISSUES: Are we diverse?

Religions (%) ______________________________________________________________________________

Ethnic Groups (%) __________________________________________________________________________

Languages_________________________________________________________________________________

Major cultural/social problems: ________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________

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POLITICAL CHARACTERISTICS: How are we ruled?

Type of government (democracy, oligarchy, dictatorship, theocracy, monarchy, military junta) _____________

Organization of government (parliament, presidential, monarchy) _____________________________________

Organization of state (federal, unitary, confederation)_______________________________________________

Political parties currently in power______________________________________________________________

Country’s leader (prime minister, president, king)__________________________________________________

Year country gained independence_______; former colony?_________ occupying power _________________

Membership(s) in Regional or International Political Organizations (NATO, SEATO, OAS, OPEC, League of

Arab States, African Union, etc.)

__________________________________________________________________________________________

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Major allies________________________________________________________________________________

Major enemies______________________________________________________________________________

Territorial disputes __________________________________________________________________________

Other international issues _____________________________________________________________________

MILITARY ISSUES: Are we a major regional or international military power?

% of annual budget spent on military_________Size of military______________________________________

Conscription: ____Yes ____No; Age_______; Males only? ______________________________________

Nuclear weapons (or potential)________________________________________________________________

Neighbors with nuclear weapons or potential_____________________________________________________

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SAMPLE RESOLUTION #1

RESOLUTION #_________________

INTRODUCED BY: Sean Combs and Jon BonJovi REPRESENTING: Russian Federation

SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION ALLOWING THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION TO ENRICH

URANIUM ORE ON BEHALF OF THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN IN ORDER TO

PREVENT USE OF AND DEVELOPMENT OF SUCH ORE TO BE USED AGAINST

OTHER SOVEREIGN NATIONS.


1 Noting with regret the fact that Iran may be using its civilian nuclear power

2 program for nuclear weapons research and development,

3 Deeply disturbed that International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspectors

4 have been expelled from the country, and that Iran has threatened to destroy fellow

5 member nation Israel with a possible nuclear attack,

6 Aware that the situation may have adverse affects to world peace and to the

7 national security of member nations,

8 Recalling that the Russian Federation has kindly offered to enrich Iran’s uranium

9 at a secure facility in Russia under Russian supervision, for nuclear power use only,

10 thereafter transporting the uranium back to Iran, as well as disposing of the waste from

11 the Iranians’ new Russian-built nuclear power plant,

12 Fully believing that the situation, if allowed to continue without intervention,

13 may eventually draw in other Middle Eastern nations,

14 1. Requests approval for the Russian Federation’s plan for uranium

15 enrichment on behalf of the Islamic Republic of Iran;

16 2. Calls upon Iran to speedily accept the plan in the interest of international

17 peace;

18 3. Further requests that Iran cease its own attempts to enrich uranium and

19 allow IAEA inspectors to verify that the process has been stopped;

20 4. Expresses its hope that this solution will bring a measure of peace to the

21 world;

22 5. Further reminds the Iranian government that threats to other member

23 nations are complete unacceptable and will not be tolerated;


ASSIGNED TO COMMITTEE # ______________

Ranking in Committee: _____________

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RESOLUTION #_________________

INTRODUCED BY: Sean Combs and Jon BonJovi REPRESENTING: Islamic Republic of

Iran

SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION ALLOWING THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN TO

ENRICH URANIUM ORE FOR USE IN CIVILIAN NUCLEAR POWER FACILITIES.


1 Noting with regret that the United Nations and the Security Council have demanded

2 that the Islamic Republic of Iran halt further research on the development of uranium ore

3 for use in development of nuclear weapons for the purposes of insuring its national security,

4 Deeply disturbed that the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and other

5 United Nations authorities have attempted to prevent the Islamic Republic of Iran from

6 developing uranium ore for use in domestic civilian nuclear power facilities,

7 Aware that political instability in the region of Southwest Asia is a national concern,

8 it is the right of all Islamic nations to protect themselves from threats of their enemies,

9 including Israel and its Western Allies,

10 Recalling that the Russian Federation has offered to enrich Iran’s uranium at a

11 secure facility under Russian supervision and transport the uranium back to Iran, as well as

12 disposal of nuclear waste,

13 1. Endorses the proposal by the Russian Federation to enrich uranium ore on

14 behalf of the Islamic Republic of Iran;

15 2. Calls upon member nations and the Security Council, along with other

16 United Nations authorities, to accept this plan and to allow Iran to enrich ore without

17 further interference;

18 3. Further requests that for security purposes IAEA inspectors be given only

19 limited access to existing civilian nuclear power facilities;

20 4. Expresses its hope that this solution will bring a measure of peace to the

21 world and to the region;

22 5. Further reminds that the Iranian government has as much right as any other

23 country to defend itself and to protect its citizens with weapons of equal quality and power

24 as other nations and by any means necessary;


ASSIGNED TO COMMITTEE #__________________

Ranking in Committee __________________

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RESOLUTION #_________________

INTRODUCED BY: Sean Combs and Jon BonJovi REPRESENTING: Israel

SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION TO BRING UNITED NATIONS SANCTIONS AGAINST THE

PALESTINIAN HAMAS LEADERSHIP IN THE DISPUTED REGION OF GAZA AND THE

WEST BANK OF JORDAN.


1 Alarmed by the fact that the newly elected majority (70%) party in the Palestinian

2 parliament are Hamas leaders,

3 Deeply disturbed that in the recent past Hamas has acted as a terrorist rebel group,

4 Bearing in mind that Hamas has brought terrorist and suicide attacks against the

5 State of Israel and its citizens, both military and civilian,

6 Expecting that these attacks will not only continue, but will intensify and hamper

7 further peace negotiations with the Palestinians over the disputed region,

8 Recalling that in the past, Hamas has been a self-proclaimed terrorist organization

9 which recruits and trains terrorists and promotes terrorism;

10 Keeping in mind that the continued attacks by Hamas rebels will lead to further

11 death and destruction on both sides and will have devastating effects on both economies,

12 Noting with regret that the increased hostilities could lead to war between the

13 State of Israel, its allies, and other countries in the Middle East,

14 1. Requests that the United Nations and the Security Council condemn the

15 Palestinian Hamas leadership;

16 2. Calls upon the United Nations and the Security Council to bring monetary

17 sanctions against the Palestinians by ceasing all aid;

18 3. Urges moderate Islamic nations in the region to intervene and condemn

19 rebel attacks;

20 4. Further requests that the International Court of Criminal Justice bring

21 captured terrorists to trial;

22 5. Reminds United Nations member nations that the State of Israel will use

23 military actions to protect its borders, territory, and citizens against attacks;

24 6. Encourages the Security Council and other moderate countries in the region

25 to assist in peace talks between the State of Israel and Palestinian Hamas leadership;




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RESOLUTION #_________________

INTRODUCED BY: Sean Combs and Jon BonJovi REPRESENTING: Italy

SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION TO STOP THE VIOENCE AND ATTEMPTED GENOCIDE

IN DARFUR, SUDAN.


1 Declaring that the May 2, 2006 deadline for a peace pact aimed at resolving

2 violence in Sudan’s Darfur region was extended by the African Union,

3 Bearing in mind the United States, Britain, and Libya have sent top envoys to

4 persuade the Sudanese government and rebels to reach a compromise to end the fighting,

5 Deeply disturbed that decades of low-level tribal clashes over land and water in

6 Darfur erupted into large-scale violence in early 2003,

7 Aware of the fact that both sides have failed to agree on a peace plan,

8 Further recalling that since the conflict began, hundreds of thousands of people

9 have been slaughtered and millions have been forced from their homes,

10 Deeply disturbed that the violence has escalated, including rebels from Chad,

11 Sudan accuses Chad of supporting Darfur rebels,

12 Alarmed by the fact that AlQueda leaders have urged followers to go to Sudan to

13 fight a proposed United Nations presence,

14 Noting with regret that the violence in Sudan and Chad threatens the stability of

15 nearby regions;

16 1. Affirms United Nations peacekeeping efforts in Sudan;

17 2. Calls for sanctions against outside countries who deliberately undermine or

18 prevent the establishment of a peace settlement in Darfur, Sudan;

19 3. Calls upon the Security Council to take immediate action in establishing

20 peace talks, including peacekeeping missions backed by NATO logistics and training for

21 Darfur;

22 4. Deplores factions attempting genocide;

23 5. Requests that factions found guilty of genocide be tried for war crimes in

24 accordance with the Geneva Convention;

25 6. Further requests that immediate aid in the form of medical care and supplies

26 be sent to the victims in Darfur.




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Resolution Amendment

Amendments must be debated and voted upon in the first committee session. If passed in the

first committee session (Summit session), the Amendment becomes part of its corresponding

Resolution and must be attached to it. Thereafter, the Amendment is read first, before the

Resolution. In the second Committee session, both the Amendment and Resolution will be

presented together and will be ranked as one. When a vote is taken in the General Assembly, the

Amendment is again read first, followed by the Resolution. Only two Amendments per

Resolution are permitted.

RESOLUTION #______________________

INTRODUCED BY:______________________ REPRESENTING: ______________________

SUBJECT: ____________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

AMENDMENT 1: (Include Line Number or Operative Clause Number)

Line/Clause No. Details of Amendment (information change)

_____________ _____________________________________________________________

_____________ _____________________________________________________________

_____________ _____________________________________________________________

AMENDMENT 2: (Include Line Number or Operative Clause Number)

Line/Clause No. Details of Amendment (information change)

_____________ _____________________________________________________________

_____________ _____________________________________________________________

_____________ _____________________________________________________________

Votes: Favorable: ___________ Unfavorable: __________ Pass / Fail

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Resolution Rankings

Summit Sessions

Summit Session No. ___________

Ranking Resolution No. Nation Ambassadors Presenting

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Session No. __________

Resolution Votes Favorable/

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Resolution No. Nation Presented By (Ambassadors’ Names)

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