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MUN Guide

Complete guide to understanding and participating in Model United Nations.

Points in MUN

Points are formal requests made by delegates during committee sessions. They help maintain order and allow delegates to address procedural or personal concerns. Here are the main types of points used in MUN:

  • Point of Order — Correct a procedural error. No debate.
  • Point of Information — Question to the speaker (usually after a speech if the speaker accepts).
  • Point of Parliamentary Inquiry — Question to the chair about procedure or rules.
  • Point of Personal Privilege — Request about comfort or safety (e.g. cannot hear, room temperature).
  • Point of Clarification — Request clarification of something said.

Full Points & Motions guide

Motions in MUN

Motions are proposals to change what the committee is doing. They require a second and often a vote. Common motions include:

  • Motion to open debate — Begin debate on the topic.
  • Motion to set the agenda — Choose the order of topics.
  • Motion for a moderated caucus — Timed debate; chair calls on speakers.
  • Motion for an unmoderated caucus — Informal time to talk and form blocs.
  • Motion to introduce a draft resolution — Bring a resolution to the floor.
  • Motion to close debate / move to voting procedure — End debate and vote.
  • Motion to table — Postpone discussion.
  • Motion to adjourn — End the session.

Full Points & Motions guide

Speeches in MUN

Speeches are how delegates present their country's position and persuade others. Key tips:

  • Structure — Brief intro, 2–3 main points, clear conclusion or call to action.
  • Timing — Respect the speaker time; practice to fit your speech.
  • Engagement — Reference other delegates, respond to arguments, build alliances.
  • Clarity — State your country's position clearly; use evidence and examples.

Full Speeches guide

Resolutions in MUN

Resolutions are formal documents that propose solutions to the committee's topic. They are written by a group of delegates (signatories and sponsors) and voted on at the end of debate.

  • Preambulatory clauses — Context and justification (e.g. Noting with concern, Recognizing).
  • Operative clauses — Actions and recommendations (e.g. Calls upon, Urges, Recommends).
  • Format — Each clause ends with a semicolon; the final clause ends with a period.

Full Resolutions guide

Resources

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