Committees and Issues

Committees and Issues

Committees and Issues for NORMUN 2025

 

 

GA 1 – Elif Almina Mutlu (MYP5) & Nikola Jokste (MYP5)


De-escalating the Ukraine-Russia Conflict: Strategies for a Ceasefire Agreement – Elif (Lars)
RP: GA1 – Topic 1 


The Continuous Intensity of the Sudanese Civil War and Its Effect on Regional Security – Nikola (Leo)
RP: GA1 – Topic 2 

GA 2 – Krishna Ramji Rao (DP1) & Salma Dahir Ahmed (DP1)


Mitigating the Economic Fallout of the Red Sea Crisis – Krishna
RP: GA2 – Topic 1

The Role of China’s Belt and Road Initiative in Contributing to Debt Accumulation in South Asian Countries – Salma
RP: GA2 – Topic 2

GA 3 – Mahrukh Sajid (DP1) & Sumaya Dahir Ahmed (DP1)


Balancing National Security & Human Rights in the Age of Mass Data Collection – Sania
RP: GA3 – Topic 1 


What steps can countries take to ensure that displaced persons, including refugees and internally displaced persons have access to basic human rights such as education, health care, and legal protection -Sumaya
RP: GA3 – Topic 2

GA 4 – Jude Sarout (DP1) & Ilayda Tank (DP1)


Israel-Palestine Conflict – Jude
RP: GA4 – Topic 1

Taiwan’s Desire for Sovereignty with a Special Focus on the Success of US Intervention in Taiwan’s Internal Affairs and Its Implication on Taiwan’s Sovereignty – Ilayda
RP: GA4 – Topic 2

GA 6 – Siri Tobiassen (MYP5)& Mushtak Hassan (MYP5)


The worldwide issue of media restrictions and its impact on freedom of speech- Iselin
RP:GA6- Paper 1


Fighting Against the Alarming Global Rise of Child Labour in the Contemporary World – Elettra
RP:GA6- Paper 2

ECOSOC – Oriana Pereira (DP1) & Sailee Gangarde(DP1)

Addressing the Classification and Rights of Climate Refugees – Oriana
RP: ECOSOC- Paper 1

Tackling the Increase of Femicide and LGBTQ Violence Worldwide – Sailee
RP: ECOSOC – Paper 2

SC – Sriya Ramesh (DP1) & Astri Ravlo-Caspersen (DP1)

Evaluating the Response to Rising Authoritarianism as a Result of the Taliban Takeover of Afghanistan – Sriya (Theo)
RP: SC- Paper 1

Addressing the Humanitarian Crisis and Human Rights Violations in Gaza – Astri
RP: SC – Paper 2

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During the opening session inside each committee the chairs will ask the delegates to hold an opening speech. The delegates may choose to hold an opening speech. However this is not mandatory nor required.

A position paper is a paper written by the delegate about their own country, specifically regarding the topic the delegate will be debating. Some MUN conferences require a position paper to be written by the delegate and submitted to the conference.

NORMUN does not require the delegates to submit their position paper to the conference. However we recommend every delegate to do their own form of research and to be well prepared for the conference. Whether this is through the form of a position paper is up to the delegate

MUN is a stimulation of the proper United Nations conferences. In the UN there are strict rules on how to dress professionally. As we wish to give our delegates the most real experience we follow the same dress code.

The delegates should wear formal clothing. This includes formal shoes (no sneakers or sandals).

A computer, tablet or any form of technological device is required for the students to bring. A phone is viable however not recommended. Resolutions will be written digitally hence why it is important that the delegates are able to take part.

MUN Procedures

  1. Roll Call: The session begins with a roll call, where delegates confirm their attendance by saying “present” (can abstain from substantive votes) or “present and voting” (cannot abstain from substantive votes).
  2. Setting the Agenda: Delegates discuss and vote on the order of topics to be addressed during the session.
  3. Speakers’ List: A list of delegates who have indicated their intent to speak. The chair calls on each speaker in turn, usually with a time limit for their speech.
  4. Caucuses:
    • Moderated Caucus: Temporarily suspends the speakers’ list to allow structured discussion on a specific topic, often with a time limit for each speaker.
    • Unmoderated Caucus: Allows for informal discussion, giving delegates time to negotiate, collaborate, and draft working papers or resolutions.
  5. Draft Resolutions and Amendments:
    • Draft Resolutions are documents proposing specific actions on an issue. These are prepared collaboratively by delegates and must be approved by the chair for voting.
    • Amendments are proposed changes to a draft resolution. Friendly Amendments are accepted by all sponsors without a vote, while Unfriendly Amendments require a vote.
  6. Voting Procedures:
    • Once debate is closed on a topic, the draft resolution is put to a vote. A simple majority is usually required, although specific committees may require a two-thirds majority.

Common Acronyms

  • UN: United Nations
  • MUN: Model United Nations
  • GA: General Assembly – the main UN body where all member states participate.
  • SC: Security Council – responsible for maintaining international peace and security.
  • ECOSOC: Economic and Social Council – deals with economic, social, and environmental issues.
  • WHO: World Health Organization – specialized agency focusing on global health.
  • NGO: Non-Governmental Organization – independent groups that can influence but are not part of the UN.
  • P5: Permanent Five members of the Security Council (China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States), who hold veto power.
  • UNHCR: United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees – focuses on refugee assistance and protection.

Points of Order

Points of order are ways for delegates to interact with the chair to address issues in the debate. Some key points include:

  • Point of Personal Privilege: Used to address personal discomforts that might hinder a delegate’s participation (e.g., inability to hear).
  • Point of Order: Raised when a delegate believes there has been a procedural error. The chair will address whether or not the point is valid and adjust proceedings as necessary.
  • Point of Inquiry: Allows a delegate to ask a question about the current procedure if they are unsure.
  • Point of Information: Used during a speaker’s time, where a delegate may ask for clarification or request further information from the speaker.