DELEGATE PREPARATION

Before the simulation, there are 4 things that you need to do with your teammate: 1 2

3. 4

Read the delegate handbook and theme guide

Research your country/ organization

Write a position paper

Prepare your opening statement

Researching your country/ organization

Delegates must do their own research about the topic and their country’s position on it to be ready. This could include the country's economics and demographics, relationship with other countries, strengths and weaknesses, stance on the topic, etc. The more time spent on research, the more likely delegates will be able to deal with anything unexpected that happens in the committee. They'll also be able to know if solutions from other delegates will be suitable for their resolution and have more key pieces of information and statistics to back up their speeches during the debates.

Position Papers

Position papers are a physical product of delegates’ independent research. This is a short essay that should introduce a delegate’s country/ organisation which states their position on the issues and the reasons for that position, and can detail a general plan of action at the simulation. Position papers should be wellresearched, but they are not a research paper; generally they are 1-2 pages long. A biography or citations are not mandatory.

Opening Statements

Opening Statements are short speeches (1-15 minutes long) that are delivered in the Opening Plenary and provide an overview of your position.

See Annex 1