MOCK MODEL UNITED

NATIONS

JANUARY, 2025
It gives us immense pleasure to propose the organization of a Mock Model United Nations
Conference at ARBOR for Grades VII-IX. The MUN is a prestigious educational simulation that
aims to enhance students’ understanding of international relations, diplomacy, and the workings
of the United Nations. This event provides an excellent opportunity for students to develop
critical skills such as public speaking, research, negotiation, and collaboration.

Objectives of the Mock MUN-

The primary objectives of the MUN conference are:
To foster a deeper understanding of global issues among students.
To develop students' skills in diplomacy, negotiation, and public
speaking. To encourage critical thinking and problem-solving in a
real-world context. To promote teamwork and collaboration among
students.

Event Details-
When?: January, 2025
Venue: School
Premises
Participants: Students from Grades VII-IX.
Theme: "Striving for greater global cooperation & unity"
Committees and topics for debate:
1. United National Human Rights Council-
The Situation of Human Rights in Afghanistan Under Taliban
Rule The Accountability of Social Media Companies
2.UNICEF-
Addressing the Impact of Malnutrition on Infants and
Children The Imprisonment of Minors
3.Commission on the Status of Women-
Gender Equality in Sports
Female Education and Literacy in the Digital World

Procedure for Registrations-

1. Team Formation:
Each team must consist of 2 students.
2.Registration:
A Google Form will be circulated on 20th December.
Only one student from each team has to register through the Google Form.
The student has to fill in the required details and choose two out of three
committees. One committee out of chosen two committees will be assigned by
the Organizing team.
The country will be assigned by the teacher and you have to start preparing for the
country and its committee accordingly.
3.Confirmation and Preparation:
Wait for confirmation of your country from the teacher.
Once confirmed, begin your research and preparations on the topic.
THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND FOR
RESEARCH-
RESEARCHING YOUR COUNTRY PROFILE-
CULTURE
PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY
What is your country’s official name? What is your country’s population?
What region of the world is your What is your country’s ethnic composition?
country located in? What is your country’s official language?
How big is your country? (square miles) What other languages are spoken?
Who are your country’s neighbors? What is your country’s capital?
How would you describe your country’s What are some of the major cities?
physical features and climate? How would you describe the quality of life in
your country?

POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT ECONOMY

When was your country founded? What is your country’s total Gross Domestic
What type of government does your Product?
country have? What are some of your country’s natural
Who are some of your country’s leaders? resources?
How many people serve in your country’s What is your country’s currency?
military? What are your country’s major imports and
Who are your country’s allies? Enemies? exports?
What are your country’s biggest trading
partners?

RESEARCHING TOPIC BACKGROUND

After researching your country, you should begin looking into the topic that you’re going to be
discussing. It’s important to have a good base of understanding about your topic before you dive
in and try to decipher how your country feels about that topic. There are numerous resources on
UN websites and across the internet about your topic- even Wikipedia is a good place to start, so
you can use their sources at the bottom to find more information about your topic. You should
have a strong historical understanding of your topic, as well as the causes and impacts of the
issue you’re discussing so that you can come prepared to committee on the day of the
conference.

RESEARCHING PAST INTERNATIONAL ACTION AND COUNTRY POLICY

To understand how to represent your country at the UN, you need to know two things- what the
international community has already done about the topic, and what your country wants to do
about it. To find Past International Action, you can try looking through news sources, but you can
also read past UN reports and resolutions on the issue. The UN Official Documentation Services
can help you determine what the UN has done about the topic already. A similar solution can be
found for your country’s policy on the issue- by looking at the websites of your country’s
government, foreign ministry, or UN mission, you can find statements and actions related to the
topic you’re discussing.
RESEARCHING SOLUTIONS
While researching UN and government websites can be helpful to learn about what the UN has
done about your topic in the past, they may not be as helpful as you’d like for finding new
solutions to these issues you’re researching! However, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
can be great resources
to find solutions to the topic you’re researching. Also, Think Tanks and University Researchers may
have published ideas on how the issue can be fixed, and looking through their ideas can be great
ways to brainstorm ideas on how to take these issues. The most important thing for finding
solutions to these problems, however, is your creativity! Think of ways the UN and Member States
could work together to combat this issue in realistic ways, and plan how these solutions would work
in your words!

After you are done with preparation and all the research, each group should present a position
paper 1 week before the MUN.

HOW TO WRITE A POSITION PAPER

Many Model UN conferences require delegates to submit “Position Papers” on their topics before
a conference starts to demonstrate their research and knowledge. Position Papers are normally 1-
2 pages per topic, and should have 3-4 paragraphs. They should be written from the perspective
of the government of your country, include a header, and answering the following questions. Your
final Position Paper should look similar to the sample on the next page.

Heading
Committee: [Your Committee Title]
Topic: [Your Topic]
Country: [Your
Country] School: [Your
School]

Topic Background
What is the definition of the topic?
Where does the topic take place? Who is involved?
How many people does it affect?
Where, and in what ways?
Why is this topic important?

Past International Action

Have there been any interesting statements by UN officials on this topic? Try to find a
quote. What are the most important UN resolutions and treaties on this topic?
Do any major Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) work on this topic?

Country Policy
How has this topic impacted your country?
What has your country tried to do about this topic?
What types of policies would your country want the UN to adopt (or not adopt) on this topic?

Possible Solutions
What specific plans would your country like the UN to undertake to address this issue?
What specific plans would your country like Members States to undertake in their own
countries? Why would your ideas work? Give specific plans.
GENERAL RULES-
1. Scope: The Committee Chair will be the final authority on what procedure to follow if a
situation arises that has not been addressed by the Rules of Procedure. At the discretion of
the Chair or Secretariat, these rules can be modified to better facilitate healthy debate,
and any adjustment of the rules will be declared clearly to the entirety of the committee and
will take precedence over any rules written in this document.
2.Language: English will be the official language used in the ARBOR MUN, in all documents and
debates the English must be used.
3.Absence: If a delegate doesn’t appear during the Conference, they won’t be receiving the
certifications and awards.

RULES OF PROCEDURE-
Debate:
Following the setting of the agenda, a motion to open discussion is made. This motion is not
debatable and must be approved by a simple majority. If a motion to open debate is approved, a
new, continuous Speakers List is created, which is used to hold general debate. Except when
superseded by procedural motions, amendments, or the adoption of a draft resolution, this
Speakers List will determine the order of speakers for all discussion on the Topic Area. Speakers
may address any working paper or draft resolution currently on the floor as well as speak
broadly on the Topic Area under consideration. Once adopted, a draft resolution stays on the
floor and can be discussed until it fails; the Committee postpones debate on it, or the Committee
moves on to the next Topic Area.

Moderated Caucus:
The aim of a moderated caucus is to promote constructive debate at crucial points in the
debate. In a moderated caucus, the Chair may temporarily exclude himself or herself from the
Speakers List and invite members to speak at his or her discretion. Although the Chair is only
allowed to call one speaker at a time by default, he or she can build a list of up to five speakers
at any time. The Chair cannot compile a list of all moderated caucus speakers. A motion for a
moderated caucus is permissible at any time the floor is open, prior to the conclusion of the
debate. The delegate who proposes the motion must clarify its intent briefly and set a time limit
for the caucus, not to exceed twenty minutes, as well as a time limit for individual speeches. The
Chair may rule that such a motion is dilatory, and his or her decision is not appealable. The
motion will be voted on immediately after it is raised, with a simple majority of members
necessary for passage. The Chair will rank the motions in descending order of duration if there
are several moderated caucuses. Moderated caucuses of the same duration will be ranked by
the number of speakers in descending order. Moderated caucuses that only vary in subject will
be ranked in the order in which they were proposed. During a moderated caucus, no motions are
permitted between speeches. If a delegate who has been recognized to speak during a
moderated caucus does not discuss the subject of the moderated caucus, the delegate's speech
would be considered out of order. If no delegate wants to speak during a moderated caucus, the
caucus will be adjourned immediately. A moderated caucus can be extended once, but only
after the caucus has ended, and the total duration of the caucus and its extension cannot
exceed 20 minutes. During moderated caucuses, delegates cannot use their available speaking
time.
Unmoderated Caucus:
Prior to the close of debate, a delegate can move for an unmoderated caucus at any time while
the floor is open. The delegate who makes the motion must set a time limit for the caucus that
does not exceed twenty minutes. The motion will be put to a vote immediately and will pass
with a simple majority. Where there are several unmoderated caucuses, the Chair ranks the
motions in descending order of length, and the Committee members vote accordingly. The Chair
has the authority to rule the motion dilatory, and his or her decision is not appealable. An
unmoderated caucus can only be extended once, and the total duration of the unmoderated
caucus and its extension cannot exceed twenty minutes.

Closure of Debate:
When the floor is open, a delegate can move to end the debate on the substantive or procedural
issue at hand. Delegates can move to end general debate, debate on the agenda, or debate on
an amendment. When debate on the subject under consideration is completed, this motion has
the effect of the committee voting on draft resolutions. Any motion to close debate can be ruled
dilatory by the Chair, subject to appeal. When a motion to end debate is made, the Chair may
consider up to two speakers who are opposed to the motion. There will be no speakers in
support of the motion. The vote of two- thirds of those present and voting is needed to end the
debate. If no speakers object to the closing discussion, the Committee Chair may ask the
delegates if they have any objections to voting by unanimous consent. If no objections are
raised, the motion to end debate will be automatically adopted, and the Committee will proceed
to the substantive voting process.

Role of International Press Delegates-

As members of the IPD, you will be a part of a simulation unlike any other at ARBOR MUN.
Instead of representing the interests of a single country, the International Press Delegation
allows participants to act as unbiased journalists, reporting on the proceedings of each
simulation in the Conference. You will investigate committee debates, conduct interviews, edit
articles, and cover press conferences.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS-
What is Arbor MUN?
Arbor MUN is a Model United Nations conference organized by our school to simulate the
workings of international bodies like the United Nations. Students represent countries, debate
global issues, and collaborate to draft resolutions addressing contemporary challenges.
Who can participate in Arbor MUN?
Arbor MUN is open to students from Grades 7-9. Delegates are assigned countries and roles
based on their grade level, experience, and preferences.
What are the committees at Arbor MUN this year?
The committees for Arbor MUN are:
1. United National Human Rights
Council 2. UNICEF
3. Commission on the Status of Women
What should I bring to Arbor MUN?
A laptop or notebook for note-taking.
Printed copies of your position paper and research
material. Pen, paper, and formal attire (Western or
traditional).
How are awards given in MUN?
Awards vary by conference but typically include:
Best Delegate: Given to the most outstanding delegate in a committee.
Outstanding Delegate: Given to delegates who significantly contributed to
debate. Honorable Mention: Awarded to delegates who performed well.
Best Position Paper: Given to delegates who write the best-prepared research papers
outlining their country’s stance.
What is the dress code for Arbor MUN?
The dress code is formal Western attire (suits, ties, formal dresses) or traditional formal attire
reflecting cultural respect.
Can I switch my assigned country or role?
Country and role assignments are final unless there’s an exceptional circumstance.
Requests for changes must be approved by the organizing team.
How does a typical MUN conference work?
A typical MUN conference involves several days of debate and discussion. It includes:
Opening Ceremonies: An introduction to the conference and keynote speeches.
Opening Speeches: Delegates give short speeches outlining their country’s
stance. Debate: Delegates discuss, propose, and amend solutions
(resolutions).
Caucusing: Informal meetings for negotiations and drafting resolutions.
Resolution Voting: Delegates vote on the proposed solutions.
Closing Ceremonies: Awards are given, and the conference is officially concluded.
What happens if I don’t know something during the debate?
If you’re unsure of an answer, you can:
Request time to respond later (e.g., “I will need to verify this
information”). Consult research notes discreetly.
Collaborate with allies to find a solution during caucusing.
Can MUN participation help with college admissions?
Yes, MUN experience is valued by colleges as it showcases skills in diplomacy, leadership,
and international awareness, all of which are attractive to admission committees.
 Reference Videos
To help you better understand the format, procedures, and expectations of a
Model United Nations (MUN) conference, we have curated a list of reference
videos. These videos cover essential aspects like:
MUN Basics: Understanding how MUNs work and what is expected from
delegates. Rules of Procedure: Familiarizing yourself with the formalities and
flow of debate.
Drafting Resolutions: Learning how to draft effective resolutions that address
the issues at hand.
Public Speaking Tips: Developing skills to confidently express your
ideas and negotiate with fellow delegates.
We highly encourage all participants, especially first-timers, to watch these
videos to enhance your understanding and performance in the ARBOR MOCK
MUN.
The links to these videos are as follows:
Model UN: Everything You Need to Know
Mock Model United Nations for 1st
MUNers How to Model United Nations
MOCK MUN Session
Make sure to go through these resources and come prepared for an
engaging and educational experience.
For further guidance or clarifications, feel free to reach out to the Social
Science Department.