Registration Opening Ceremony

8:30 9:00 9:00 10:30

Committees in Session/ Informal Lobbying 10:30 11:15 and Merging Refreshments Break 11:15 11:30 Committees in Session/Formal Lobbying and Merging Lunch Available Committees in Session/Formal Lobbying and Merging 11:30 13:00 13:00 13:45 13:45 - 16:00

Approval Panel Open

11:30 16:00

Committees in Session/Mock Debates Committees in Session/Resolution Debates Refreshments Break Committees in Session/Resolution Debates Lunch Break Committees in Session/Resolution Debate General Assembly (GA) Closing Ceremony

8:30 - 9:00 9:00 - 11:15 11:15 - 11:30 11:30 13:00 13:00 13:45 13:45 14:00 14:00 16:00 16:00 16:45

Agenda:

Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC): 1. Role of Micro financing in Eradicating Poverty 2. Assistance to War Torn Countries

Legal Committee: 1. Measures to Eliminate International Terrorism 2. Human Cloning and International Law

Social, Cultural and Humanitarian Committee (SOCHUM): 1. Advancing Womens Access to Education in Developing Nations 2. The Protection of cultural Heritage Sites During Conflicts

Human Rights Council (HRC): 1. Human Rights Violations in Syria 2. Access to Safe drinking Water as an Essential Human Right

What is Model United Nations? Model United Nations is an academic simulation of the United Nations General Assembly. Today, more than 400,000 middle school, high school and college/university students worldwide participate in Model United Nations. Many of todays leaders in law, government, business and the arts participated in Model U.N. during their academic careers, including U.S. Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer, former World Court Justice Stephen M. Schwebel, actor Samuel L. Jackson, and former first daughter Chelsea Clinton. Model U.N. exercises take place at school, regional, national, and international levels. Participants from all over the world may attend conferences. Today there are more than 400 conferences that take place in 35 countries. The Purpose of the UN: The purpose of the United Nations cannot be made clearer than as it is set out in the Preamble of the UN Charter: We the Peoples of the United Nations determined to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war, which twice in our lifetime has brought untold sorrow to mankind, and to reaffirm faith in fundamental human rights, in the dignity and worth of the human person, in the equal rights of men and women and of nations large and small, and to establish conditions under which justice and respect for the obligations arising from treaties and other sources of international law can be maintained, and to promote social progress and better standards of life in larger freedom, And for these ends to practice tolerance and live together in peace with one another as good neighbors, and to unite our strength to maintain international peace and security, and to ensure, by the acceptance of principles and the institution of methods, that armed force shall not be used, save in the common interest, and to employ international machinery for the promotion of the economic and social advancement of all peoples, have resolved to combine our efforts to accomplish these aims. Accordingly, our respective Governments, through representatives assembled in the city of San Francisco, who have exhibited their full powers found to be in good and due form, have agreed to the present Charter of the United Nations and do hereby establish an international organization to be known as the United Nations.

SNSMUN Rules of Procedure 1. General Rules Language The official language of the Saad National Schools Model United Nations Conference is English, With the exception of greetings during opening speeches. Opening Speech During the Opening Ceremony of the General Assembly, every delegation has to hold an Opening Speech to represent its country or organization. Opening Speeches should not be longer than 90 seconds. The opening speech is held by one delegate whom the delegation appoints beforehand (Ambassador). Your opening speech has to begin with a formal greeting such as Mister/Madam President, Honorable Chairs, Fellow delegates, and Most Distinguished guests. You should then concentrate on what your country or organization is concerned about, regarding the state of the world. You can also relate to the conference theme and your countrys/organizations opinion Dress Code To participate in the Conference it is necessary that every delegate obeys a certain Dress Code. Girls have to wear a pantsuit, a skirt, a dress, a blouse or something similar. If you are wearing a skirt or a dress it is preferable to wear see through or black tights to maintain the formality. Jeans, sneakers and T-shirts will not be tolerated. PLEASE NOTE: YOU ARE NOT ALLOWED TO WEAR A SKIRT OR A DRESS THAT SHOWS ANYTHING ABOVE THE KNEE, SLEEVELESS BLOUSES ARE NOT ALLOWED Chairpersons Each Committee is appointed a Chairing Panel. After the Secretariat members, the Chairperson and Co-Chairs are the final authority figures of each committee. A Chairs decisions are final, and may only be overruled by members of the Secretariat. Delegates Delegates are the representatives of the various countries and organizations that take part in debate in each committee, A Delegate must:

Act according to the policies of the countries or organizations they are representing, and not their personal opinions. Respect all other delegates, Chairs, Secretariat members and administrative staff. Use formal, diplomatic language, and speak in English at all times during debate. Speak only when allowed to do so by the Chair. Stand when speaking. Rights of Member States One voting delegate on each committee shall represent each Member State. Representatives of Member States have the right to submit resolutions, propose amendments and motions, and be recognized by the Chair to speak. Rights of Non-Member Nations Representatives of Non-Member States, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and observers shall have the same rights as representatives of Member States, except that they may not vote on substantive matters. Personal Pronouns All speeches made during debate must be in third person. The use of personal pronouns is not allowed under any circumstances. Delegates must refrain from using I, me or my, and must instead use us and our, or the delegate of (name of country/organization)

2. Debate in the GA Committees (ECOSOC, HRC, SOCHUM, LEGAL) Quorum Quorum is defined as two-thirds of the members of the committee as determined by the roll-call list. Formal debate may not begin in any forum until it meets Quorum. Roll Call At the beginning of each session or after every major recess, the Chair shall initiate a Roll Call to determine Quorum. Each delegate must respond by either present or I. If a delegation is not present at the time of Roll Call, it is expected to pass a note to the Chair once it arrives. The Agenda The Agenda refers to the order in which the committee shall discuss its topics, and is determined by the Chair of each forum.

The Floor The Chair must, first recognize any delegate wishing to speak during debate. When this happens, the selected delegate must approach the speakers podium, which is usually placed by the Chairing Panels bench. The podium is usually referred to as the floor. Open and Closed Debate Open debate refers to a set duration of time when delegates may speak either in favor of or against a resolution. Closed debate in favor of a resolution refers to a set duration of time when only delegates wishing to support the resolution at hand may take the floor. Closed debate against a resolution refers to a set duration of time when only delegates wishing to attack the resolution at hand may take the floor. Determination of the type of debate and its duration is left to the Chairing Panels decision. Debate on Resolutions After opening speeches are given, a debate topic is introduced to the house. The Chair selects a resolution on the first topic that was merged and lobbied the day before. A point of information is a question. Any delegate present in the house may ask the speaker at the podium. Please note that a point of information must be phrased in the form of a question, not as a statement. Amendments An amendment is defined as any change, addition or removal a delegate wishes to propose to an existing resolution. Special amendment sheets will be provided during the conference. Delegates wishing to submit amendments must write them down on the designated amendment sheets and send them to the Chairing Panel via the Admin. Voting Procedures Member States have the right to one vote on substantive matters like motions, amendments and resolutions. Procedural Voting Procedural voting refers to voting on motions proposed by delegates throughout the course of debate. For procedural matters, delegations with voting rights are obliged to vote either for or against. Abstentions are not in order.

Summary of Points and Motions Procedure Point of Personal Privilege Meaning To request something that has to do with the delegate personally (noise, room temp., etc.) To Question a speaker through the chairperson To Request Information from the Chairperson To Point out a mistake of the SNSMUN rules of procedure To Object to a comment or point raised by another delegate To switch debate from open debate to closed or vise versa To lengthen or shorten the time allocated for debating a certain resolution To Postpone Debate on current resolution until a later time Can it interrupt? Yes Second Needed? No Objection? No How is it decided? Chair

Point of Information

No

No

No

Chair

Point of Inquiry

No

No

No

Chair

Point of Parliamentary Procedure Point of Order

No

No

No

Chair

No

No

No

Chair

Motion to move to Open/Closed Debate Motion to Extend/Limit Debate Time

No

Yes

Yes

No

Yes

Yes

Two-thirds majority Can be overruled by the chair Two-thirds majority Can be overruled by the chair Two-thirds majority Can be overruled by the chair

Motion to Table the Resolution

No

Yes

Yes

Motion to Divide the House

Roll Call Vote

Motion to Adjourn

To call a vote where all delegates must vote either for or against a substantive matter. Abstentions are not in order To request that voting procedures be conducted by calling on each delegate at a time To call for an end to debate

No

Yes

Yes

Chair

No

Yes

Yes

Chair

No

Yes

Yes

Motion to move into recess

To request a break from debate

No

Yes

Yes

Motion to Call for Testimony

Request a Policy Paper from outside the forum

No

No

Yes

Two-thirds majority Can be overruled by the chair Two-thirds majority Can be overruled by the chair By chair according to relevancy

Important Areas for you to Research as part of your Preparation

1. Know basics of the UN system. 2. Become familiar with your countrys history, culture, political structure, and current political affairs. 3. Learn about your countrys viewpoints on as many of the issues that will be discussed at the conference you will be attending as you can. 4. Know your allies and your opposition. In order to adequately represent your country during the conference, you will need to interact with delegates from representing other countries. Knowing their positions on your topic will help you predict their arguments during debate. This will be very useful in helping you decide in advance where it might be useful to seek cooperation or compromise. 5. Be familiar with current statistical data on your topic and country. 6. Review the rules and procedures for your conference. These rules are intended to create a level playing field allowing each country to accomplish its individual goals in speaking about their policies while maximizing opportunities for the group to reach agreement or even consensus on the issue.

Policy Papers and Resolutions What is a Policy Paper? The policy paper is a concise and brief statement of a certain country's positions and concerns upon a given topic. It basically contains both substantive information and detailed policies on the issue being discussed in a committee. Writing a policy paper will do more than helping the delegate organize your research and prepare your speech, but sharing the view points with the other countries participated in a bid for further effective discussion on the topic at the conference.

The Point of the Policy Paper is to: 1. Ensure that delegates understand the issue at hand. 2. Ensure that the delegates have researched their assigned country and fully. 3. Understand the governments policy on the topic. Provide a framework for each

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delegates resolution.

Information a Policy Paper Should Include: . 1) A basic introduction to the topic (basically an elaboration and clarification of the title). Why is this issue a problem? Why do we, as the international community need to solve it? What are the effects of this problem on the world at large and/or your specific country? . 2) A brief and general history/background of the problem (if the history of the issue cannot be traced, then say this). When did this problem start? How did it start (generally)? When did the world and/or the UN begin to recognize this issue as a problem? . 3) Information regarding past action taken by the UN, NGOs, and/or your government to solve this issue. Has any action been taken? By whom? Was it successful? . 4) Suggest solutions for this problem according to your countrys position (and not your own). Make these suggestions as comprehensive as possible. Try to remember all aspects of the problem and all sectors of government that might contribute to the solution. This should be the largest and most detailed section of your Position Paper.

Sample Policy Paper: Committee: International Labor Organization Topic: Globalization and Development Country: Romania In the past two decades the rapidly growing world trend has been toward globalization. With the emergence of the Internet as a means of communication and the increasing accessibility of international trade physical barriers are not the only barriers withering away. Protective tariffs are plummeting and free trade agreements are becoming more prevalent. Romania appreciates that globalization creates favorable situations for expansion of commercial as well as economic assets. In the past year Romania has seen a foreign direct investment (FDI) increase of 199%. Inward FDI increased from EURO 234 million in 2005 to EURO 699 million in 2006. However, Romania realizes that increased globalization does not automatically produce more equality. Globalization and Development can contribute to the advancement of the overall international human condition; however, the delegation of Romania recognizes that without proper regulation the potential for advancement will remain limited to an elite few individuals, businesses, and nations. Unless checked and aimed toward the 11

common good, globalization cannot effectively serve the global community. Crucial in dealing with the complexities of globalization, good governance must act with solidarity and responsibility. Romania believes that in involving people in globalization we must promote moral values, democratic principals, inclusive global political culture, institutions that safeguard both individual civil rights and inherent freedoms, and the common good. In addition, coping with the influx of information from globalization governments must act with solidarity and insight. Access to digital education will undoubtedly result in the confidence of citizens in their respective administrations and allow for a greater degree of transparency, and therefore a lesser degree of corruption. Romania believes the multinational business community has the ability and the obligation to support pertinent values in human rights, labor standards, and environmental preservation. As stated by the president, Mr. Traion Basescu, Romania feels a "heartfelt attachment to multilateralism, as an effective instrument designed to identify the adequate answers to the challenges brought by globalization." Romania is party to the majority of multilateral treaties and conventions identified as such by the Secretary General in the context of the Millennium Summit in 2001. Romania has always supported innovative and effective ways of establishing cooperation within and between regional organizations. As one of the newest members of the European Union, Romania is an active member of the World Trade Organization, and looks forward to offering its support to the redirection of globalization to best benefit the global community.

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What is a Resolution? A resolution is a framework for implementation of solutions meant to work against a national and/or international problem. A resolution can be vague or detailed, broad or specific. A resolution must always be written according to the specific policy and position of the delegates represented country, rather than his/her own personal stance on the topic. Delegates must keep in mind the general trend of the government of their represented countries, which is where delegates research comes into play. A resolution is divided into two sections: pre-ambulatory and operative. The pre-ambulatory section is concerned with the background and history of the topic, as well as past resolutions passed concerning the issue at hand. This section is meant to introduce readers to the issue, briefly state why it is an issue that needs to be tackled, and support the resolution with references to past resolutions passed on the topic The pre-ambulatory section of a resolution does not suggest solutions, nor does it contain any action, and it is not debated in during the conference sessions. The clauses in this section begin with pre-ambulatory phrases. The operative section of the resolution is the meat of the resolution. This is where the suggested solutions are proposed, and each clause begins with an operative phrase that indicates action. Debate in the conference revolves around this section only. The following table contains some phrases that may be used to begin clauses in the resolution. Pre-Ambulatory phrases: Affirming Alarmed by Approving Aware of Bearing in mind Believing Confident Contemplating Convinced Declaring Deeply concerned Deeply conscious Deeply convinced Deeply disturbed Deeply regretting Desiring Emphasizing Expecting Expressing its appreciation Expressing its satisfaction Fulfilling Fully alarmed Fully aware Fully believing Further deploring Further recalling Guided by Having adopted Having considered Having considered further Having devoted attention Having examined Having heard Having received Having studied Keeping in mind Noting with regret Noting with deep concern Noting with satisfaction Noting further Noting with approval Observing Reaffirming Realizing Recalling Recognizing Referring Seeking Taking into account Taking into consideration Taking note

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Operative Phrases: Accepts Affirms Approves Authorizes Calls Calls upon Condemns Confirms Congratulates Considers Declares accordingly Deplores Designates Draws the attention Emphasizes Takes note of Encourages Endorses Expresses its appreciation Expresses its hope Further invites Deplores Designates Draws the attention Emphasizes Encourages Endorses Expresses its appreciation Expresses its hope Further invites Further proclaims Further reminds Transmits Further recommends Further requests Further resolves Has resolved Notes Proclaims Reaffirms Recommends Regrets Reminds Requests Solemnly affirms Strongly condemns Supports Trusts

Each operative clause is numbered. Sub-clauses are lettered, and sub-sub-clauses are numbered. Resolutions are written in Times New Roman, size 12. Pre-ambulatory clauses end with a comma, while operative clauses end with a semi- colon. Sub-clauses and sub-sub-clauses all end with a comma except for the last one, which ends with a semi-colon. After ending the last operative clause, you end it with a dot/period.

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Sample Resolution: COMMITTEE: ECOSOC (Economic and Social Council) QUESTION: Promoting Ecotourism for Poverty Eradication and Environmental Protection SUBMITTED BY: Bolivia Defining eco-tourism (according to TIES) as "Responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people, Further defining greenwashing as the abusive appropriation of descriptors such as green or eco-friendly in an attempt to improve marketability, when in fact authorities have not verified these descriptors, Recalling all relevant treaties regarding sustainable tourism and development, specifically those which detail the outcomes of such endeavors, such as the Rio Declaration on Environment and Development and the outcome document of the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development, entitled The Future We Want Welcoming the continuous support of the United Nations Economic and Scientific Cultural Organization (UNESCO), The International Ecotourism Society (TIES), Conservation International (CI), World Wildlife Fund (WWF) in establishing ecotourism as a viable economic alternative to poverty-stricken communities, Noting that that ecotourism promotes cross-cultural understanding and awareness of environmental challenges today, Concerned with the potential damage ecotourism can have on a community if implemented hastily, without a coordinated plan, and unfairly, 1. Urges all States which have assessed its ecotourism potential to regard eco-tourism as a joint-operation to be run by members of a community, in which decision making powers and profits are distributed equitably by boosting these communities a. Emergency preparedness, such as ability to forecast natural disasters, proper evacuation training, and methods to reduce losses, in order to lower dependence on multinational corporations, b. Introducing different policies to strengthen regional identity and cultural heritage by: i. Publishing advertisements of cultural identity, ii. Hosts of outreach events such as cultural fairs,

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iii. Promotion of due compensation for cultural merchandise, c. Giving the community the ability to specify ways to invest funds gained from ecotourism activity, with help of ecological advisers in order to help the community use funds for ecological and economic restoration and enhancement; 2. Further urges all relevant stakeholders, such as member states, Non-Government Organizations and Non-Profit Organizations to continue their cooperation in order to identify a viable framework which contributes to maximization of benefits due to ecotourism, harvesting interdisciplinary expertise in spheres of legislation, ecology, economics and finance; 3. Requests governments to regulate ecotourism companies by requiring them to educate ecotourists on ways to reduce their impact on the environment, such as refraining from littering, transporting species as this may cause the introduction of invasive species; 4. Encourages NGOs to carry out capacity building operations for ecotourism in order to allow the locals to reach self-sufficiency by: a. Teaching locals methods to effectively manage their ecotourism business, b. Creation of different opportunities for people who might have had their livelihood taken away from them with the introduction of sustainable environmental practices; 6. Asks all nations to take steps to prevent Greenwashing by establishing standardized procedures through a national body can rank an ecotourism company under these specific measures: a. Continuing Inspection of ecotourism companies in order for assessment of these standards, b. Allowing customers to have reviews of companies, for ecotourism benefits and lessons learned, c. Allowing locals to voice concerns about operation of Ecotourism Company.

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