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What are the structures of MUN
-General Assembly
- Security Council:
- Economic and Social Council
- International Court of Justice (ICJ)
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- Human Rights Council (HRC)
- United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP
What is the general assembly
The largest committee, covering a wide range of global issues
What is the security council
Focuses on maintaining peace and security,
works to prevent conflicts and promotes resolutions to crises
What is Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC
Tackles global economic, social, and environmental issues
What is International Court of Justice (ICJ)
Simulates legal proceedings on international disputes.
What is a delegate
a delegate is a student or participant who represents a specific country or organization in discussions on global issues
What is a delegates role
1) Representation: Delegates act as representatives of their assigned countries or organizations, advocating for their interests and policies
2) Position Papers: Delegates often write position papers that summarize their country’s stance on the topics to be discussed. This helps clarify their objectives and informs other delegates of their viewpoints.
3) Debate and Discussion: During committee sessions, delegates engage in formal debates, present their arguments, and respond to questions. They must articulate their positions clearly and persuasively.
4) Negotiation: Delegates collaborate with others to draft resolutions and find common ground on contentious issues. This involves negotiation and compromise to create documents that reflect the interests of multiple parties.
What is a resolution
resolution is a formal document that outlines proposed actions or solutions to the issues being discussed by a committee
What is a position paper
A written statement of a country’s stance on a topic, prepared before the conference.
When was EAMUN established
1980s
What countries are involved in it
Kenya , Tanzania , Burundi , Rwanda , Uganda
Where are the other UN offices located apart from kenya
-Vienna
-New York
-Geneva
What is the Secretariat
the executive body responsible for organizing and running the EAMUN conference.
What are the key positions in the secretariat
Secretary-General: The highest-ranking officer in EAMUN, responsible for overseeing the entire conference, delivering the opening and closing speeches, and ensuring that all procedures are followed.
Deputy Secretary-General: Assists the Secretary-General in the day-to-day running of the conference and may focus on specific aspects like committee management or logistics.
Under-Secretaries-General: These individuals are responsible for overseeing specific committees and ensuring that resolutions, debates, and rules of procedure are adhered to
what does the secretary-General do
The highest-ranking officer in EAMUN, responsible for overseeing the entire conference, delivering the opening and closing speeches, and ensuring that all procedures are followed.