AURELIA ‘25
MUN
WORKSHOP
Presented by Aurelia 2025
Delegate Affairs
What is MUN?
Model United Nations is an academic simulation of the United
Nations where students play the role of delegates from different
countries and attempt to solve real world issues with the policies
and perspectives of their assigned country.
There are typically three items to prepare before you walk into
your first conference: the Position Paper, your Opening Speech,
and a Research Binder, Country Profile for your reference
For the first-time delegates
1. Research Deeply
Go beyond the topic guide. Understand your role & position to engage effectively.
2. Participate Actively
Speak early—it builds confidence. Every voice matters, regardless of experience.
3. Drive Meaningful Debate
Respond to others’ points, link ideas, and keep discussions focused. The Dais notices thoughtful
contributions.
4. Mistakes Are Okay
Errors happen! Learn from them—the Dais will guide you. Just follow procedure and try your best.
5. Stay Diplomatic
Disagree respectfully. Reflect real-world policies without breaking character. Focus on solutions.
How to prepare for an
MUN?
You will need to research your country to come up with the identity of the character you will be playing and what kind of policy
you will be pursuing.
Basics include:
Research
Once you have the background guide provided by the conference you should learn about the following:
Your country – history and interests
The topic – study guide and your own research
Your committee – mandate and abilities
Past actions and future policy recommendations on the basis of the agenda
Your allies and opponents relevant histories and interests
Foreign policies
Your country’s stance on the agenda
How does an MUN progress?
Important Points to Keep
in Mind
Remember the terminology -
POI - Point of inquiry (to ask another delegate a question)
POI - Point of information (to correct another delegate)
POO - Point of order (pointing a fault out - could be an inaccuracy in methodology)
PoPP - Point of personal privilege (personal inquiry, washroom, repeat a point)
RoR - Right of reply (follow up to a question)
Moderated Caucus (formal discussion, the chair will choose the speakers)
Unmoderated Caucus (informal discussion, delegates can move around)
Vote clause by clause – A motion to vote on each clause of the resolution individually in numeric order.
This is usually done with the purpose
Motions? What are they?
How am I supposed to
raise one?
Motions are the current topic of discussion in relation with your agenda.
Example Agenda - Nuclear energy plants, with emphasis on france
Motion could be - What is the need for nuclear energy. Is nuclear energy safe (remember to add specific case studies
from your portfolio)
How to raise a motion: The Delegate of USA would like to raise a motion for a moderated caucus with individual
speakers time being 2 minutes and total time of 20 minutes on the topic of "What is the need for nuclear energy?"
Ensure that:
You mention your country's name
You mention what you're raising a motion for - moderated/unmoderated caucus/GSL/Opening Speech
You mention individual speakers time
You mention the total speakers time
You state the topic of the agenda being discussed
Motions? What are they?
How am I supposed to
raise one?
Motion to Set the Agenda
"The Delegate of XYZ would like to raise a motion to set the agenda to XYZ."
Motion to enter General Speaker's List
"The Delegate of XYZ would like to raise a motion to enter a General Speaker's List."
Motion to enter Unmoderated Caucus
"The Delegate of XYZ would like to raise a motion to suspend formal debate and move into an unmoderated caucus for time time
being XYZ minutes."
Motion to enter Moderated Caucus
"The Delegate of XYZ would like to raise a motion to enter a moderated caucus on the topic XYZ for total time being XYZ minutes
and individual speaker's time being XYZ seconds."
Motion to Adjourn Debate
"The Delegate of XYZ would like to raise a motion to adjourn debate." Note- This motion is raised at the end of the final committee
session and it marks the end of all the sessions of the committee.
Yields
At the conclusion of a speech, a delegate may yield their remaining time in one of three ways: to
another delegate, to questions (Points of Information), or to the Chair. When yielding to
another delegate, the remaining time is transferred, and the recipient may not yield further.
Yielding to questions allows the Chair to recognize other delegates for brief inquiries, with
responses counted against the allotted time. Yielding to the Chair forfeits the remaining time,
and the committee proceeds to the next speaker. Only one yield is permitted per speech, and
yields are not allowed during procedural speeches or on yielded time. Delegates must announce
their yield before concluding their address. Yields apply exclusively to speakers on the Speaker’s
List.
Right to Reply
A delegate may request a Right to Reply if their personal or national integrity has
been directly offended. Such requests must be submitted in writing to the Committee
staff and are granted at the Chair’s discretion, with the decision being final. If
permitted, the delegate may respond briefly, typically within 30 seconds, and only
addresses the Committee if explicitly requested by the Chair. A Right to Reply
cannot be used for general disagreement or policy debate, and a Right to Reply to
another Right to Reply is invalid.
Appeal/Reconsideration
Make sure to use it only in extreme cases, because it can make or break your chances of getting
Best Delegate!
1. A delegate may appeal a Chair’s ruling if they believe it contradicts the Rules of Procedure
or is unjust.
2. Appeals must be made immediately after the ruling and must be based on procedural
grounds.
3. The Chair will provide justification for their ruling, after which one delegate may speak in
favor of the appeal and one against.
4. The appeal will then be put to a vote, requiring a two-thirds majority to overturn the
Chair’s decision.
Reconsiderations requests can only be sent via chits to the EB.
Position Papers
A position paper is a concise document that outlines a country’s stance on the topics being
discussed at a Model UN conference. It demonstrates a delegate’s understanding of their
assigned country’s policies, the issues at hand, and potential solutions. A well-written
position paper not only prepares delegates for debate but also serves as a tool to impress
chairs and earn awards.
MANDATORY FOR UNGA AND UNSC
SUGGESTED FOR THE REST OF THE COMMITTEES
Further details are available on the ROP document.
Working Papers
A MUN working paper is commonly a forerunner to a Draft Resolution. It is the
first draft of the ideas that you hope to take forward in the resolution through
lobbying, negotiation and compromise with other delegates. A working paper
should clearly identify a research problem or issue in the first few (2-3) pages. In
order to convey the identified research problem or issue, the author has to put
together a framework. This framework should be followed throughout the paper.
Further details are available on the ROP document.
The HOWs of Draft
Resolutions
They are:
Documents that contain solutions to the issues that the committee wants to solve
Usually written during unmoderated caucuses
They should have
Clear actions
Clear objective
Justification
Multiple countries
Should be ‘legally possible’
Their aim should be to resolve the issues discussed in the caucuses
Ensure that if this event was occuring in real life, that these solutions would be applicable
Example Draft Resolution
Key terminology to use
Key terminology to use
Academic Integrity
1. Academic plagiarism involves presenting another person's ideas as one’s own without
proper attribution or acknowledgment of sources.
2. All delegates are required to accurately cite sources in their documentation, and the
Executive Board members may request verification of these sources.
3. Members of the International Press must uphold originality and avoid plagiarism. Any
inspiration for artwork or articles must be appropriately credited and sourced.
Instances of plagiarism within the International Press will result in immediate
disqualification.
4. Uphold academic integrity, as is expected of the world leaders.
General Rules
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.
Language: English will be the official language used in the Aurelia, in all
documents and debates, English must be used.
General Power of the Committee Staff: The Executive Board has total control of
the procedure of the meeting and any motion
Quorum: It’s the minimum quantity of delegates that are needed to start the
conference.
Conduct: Zero tolerance for disrespect; Chairs will take action.
Absence: If a delegate doesn’t appear during the Conference, they won’t be
receiving any certifications and awards.
Technology Policy
Usage Rules:
✅ Allowed: Laptops & phones only during Unmoderated caucus (research/drafting).
❌ Prohibited:
Devices during speeches, mods, or voting.
WiFi unless approved by EB.
NSFW/graphic content or disrespectful social media use or any communication.
Photo Policy:
📸 Cameras are allowed only in public areas. No offensive/explicit images—
disqualification if violated.
Penalties:
⚠️ 1st: Warning → 2nd: Loss of voting rights → 3rd: Removal/debarment.
Dress Code
Dress Code
Day 1: Indian Traditional Wear
Wear elegant Indian attire like sarees, salwar kameez, kurtas, or sherwanis.
Accessorize tastefully to celebrate India's cultural heritage while maintaining a
professional look.
Day 2: Western Formal
Dress in formal business attire such as suits, blazers, dress shirts, or formal
skirts/dresses. Stick to neutral colors and polished footwear for a professional
MUN setting.
Best delegate
Best in ther comittee
Other Awards Special mentions
International Press: 1 from each committee
Best Photographer
Best Caricature
Best Journalist
Best School Delegation
High
Commendation/Verbal
Awards
mentions
1 from each committee (number
of verbal mentions may vary as
per chair’s preference)
Itenirary
Executive Board List
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ufKlrMiSnkCoILOe4CUSlmtjU
UpQ2UMnh9Mq3l2zcRc/edit?tab=t.0
The Journey
Begins!
MAY THE BEST DELEGATE
WIN.
