NZ Model UN 2013 Post-Conference Booklet

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POST CONFERENCE BOOKLET NZ MODEL UN 2013 VICTORIA UNIVERSITY OF WELLINGTON 5-8 JULY 2013 WWW.UNYOUTH.ORG.NZ

INTRODUCTION Kia ora honourable delegates, I hope you enjoyed NZ Model UN. By now you’ve had an opportunity to sift through the endless photos on Facebook, read and reread the blog and recover from your Model UN-withdrawal symptoms! But as I alluded to in my closing speech, the conference is only the beginning of something so much larger.

This booklet is your official post-conference handbook. This publication will help you relive the memories from NZ Model UN - the debate, the social events, the friendships. It captures the experience so that you can share it with your family, friends and teachers. My thanks to Xindi Zhang, communications officer, Leilani Fatupaito, post-conference publications editor and Henrietta Hitchings, our design guru, for your work in making this happen. My thanks again to the whole conference publications team for all the photos and your work throughout the conference - you guys did an excellent job.

Even if the event is done and dusted, I hope the spirit of the conference lives on, whether it be the public speaking and lobbying skills, an appreciation of the work of the United Nations, an understanding of the international community’s future priorities, or the excitement from meeting like-minded students from around New Zealand. Most importantly though, I hope you’ve come to realise how you, as a global citizen, can change the world.

This year’s theme was ‘Looking Beyond the Millennium Development Goals’. I hope you managed to do just that while you were here in Wellington. From the beginning of the conference, I stressed the important decision the world has to make going forwards - do we leave UN member states to act autonomously? Or do we impose expectations and requirements on states in order to prosper as an international community? You had many an opportunity to reflect on that - in your committees, in the Sustainable Development Goals goal-setting exercise and plenary session, and around the dinner table in your regional groups. It’s the age-old question that is the crux of international decision-making, and lies at the heart of our theme this year.

Regardless of your answer to that question, it’s essential we act, either as a global force or individually. Your response to that challenge might shape the way you go about effecting change. Remember back to Think Tank, the outreach programme we pioneered at this conference. Is your idea, or another idea you discussed, able to be implemented locally? I encourage you to consider Think Tank as the beginning of something more, and ask yourself can you change your community? I assure you that you can.

Stay in touch, stay involved, and keep challenging the way things are.

Nga mihi Harry Tothill NZ Model UN 2013 Coordinator

DAY ONE - FRIDAY ARRIVAL AND REGISTRATION The foyer was buzzing with excitement as Delegates completed registration.

Conference Assistants handed out delegate packs, that contained the essential memorabilia.

WELCOME #NZModelUN tweets were displayed on the twitter feed as Delegates entered the lecture theater. Harry Tothill, NZ Model UN Conference Coordinator, gave the welcome address and introduced the NZ Model UN Committee. A viewing of the NZ Model UN video subsequently followed, giving a snapshot of what the conference was going to entail. It was enlightening to see the progress since 2000, regarding the 8 Millennium Development Goals. However, there is much more to be done, hence giving emphasis to this year’s theme: “Looking Beyond the Millennium Development Goals”.

REGIONAL GROUPS After feeling motivated and empowered to make a difference in the world, delegates were separated into their respective Regional Groups. Regional Group Coordinators opened up their sessions with an icebreaker to help delegates learn each other’s names and get more comfortable in unfamiliar surroundings. The opportunity for future friendships had begun.

RULES OF PROCEDURE Eve Bain gave the delegates a rundown of the rules that must be adhered to in Committee Sessions. There was a lot of information to take in given all the technical jargon delegates were expected to remember. A number of Conference Assistants performed a skit in the hopes that key rules of procedure would be remembered.

NEGOTIATION Guest Speaker; Troy Pickard Taylor, (BA/LLB Student at Victoria University of Wellington) presented the Negotiation Workshop. Delegates learned effective techniques and types of negotiation and some difficulties that may potentially be encountered and ways to avoid them. Delegates had the opportunity to put these skills into practice by negotiating “Whaling” from the perspectives of an assigned Country or Non-Government Organisation. It was an excellent opportunity for Delegates to practice public speaking and critical thinking in establishing their proposed clauses and resolutions.

SUSTAINABILITY DEVELOPMENT GOAL: GOAL-SETTING Regional Groups completed the task of writing targets regarding a Sustainability Development Goal for the upcoming Plenary Session. Delegates were advised to think “globally”. Many Regional Groups worked well in dividing the work between them in the drafting stage. Negotiation skills came into play when determining which target should be submitted to the Plenary Session.

AMAZING RACE Teams were seen competing around the Wellington CBD in the 2013 NZ Model UN Amazing Race.

Delegates got to experience Windy Wellington’s finest features; Parliament, Te Papa, Bucket Fountain and the Cable Car.

OPENING CEREMONY Distinguished guest; the Honourable Phil Goff urged Delegates to continually rise to the challenge of ensuring a better world for all. Delegates were also addressed by Harry Tothill, NZ Model UN Conference Coordinator; Anton Smith, National President of UN Youth NZ and Susan Harper, Associate Director of Student Recruitment, Admission & Orientation of Victoria University of Wellington. The presentation of Scholarship Award Recipients brought the opening ceremony to a close.

SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS Ashley Stuart Lawson Davison Kaitlyn White Annie Huang Savannah Adams Stephanie McAlister Harrison Cunningham Faline Zhou Dushanka Govender Sati Ravichandiren Ashera Gunatilake Matthew Bilton Loren McCarthy A special thank you to all the Embassies, High Commissions and Consulates who generously provided scholarships and made this possible.

DAY TWO - SATURDAY ARRIVAL AND REGISTRATIONS Delegates were dressed for the occasion as they promptly arrived for Day 2 of the NZ Model UN Conference. Those who had taken the challenge to wear the national dress of their country stood out amongst the crowd.

COMMITTEE SPEAKERS Delegates had the privilege of hearing from distinguished speakers who were experts in their field. Some Delegates were surprised on how close in proximity the ‘wealthy’ and the ‘slums’ and others were impressed by the technological progress that has enhanced education in less developed countries.

REGIONAL GROUP: COMMITTEE SESSION BRIEF Regional Groups met with their Regional Group Coordinators to be briefed on the upcoming committee sessions for the day. Delegates were given the opportunity to lobby other delegates who were in their Committees in order to gain to support for their respective amendments. Delegates proposed to strike, change or ratify clauses were heard amongst the discussion. Delegates were able to discover possible conflicts with one another as they expressed the needs and wants of their countries. Negotiations took place in trying to achieve a mutually beneficial outcome prior to going into the First Committee Session.

General Assembly 1: Refugee Repatriation Rates General Assembly 2: Accessibility of Technology General Assembly 3: Universal Access to Education General Assembly 4: Improving the Living Conditions of Slum Dwellers World Health Assembly: Provision of Maternal Healthcare United Nations Environment Program: Biodiversity Loss Security Council 1: Situation in Libya Security Council 2: Gender Equality in UN Peacekeeping Forces Security Council 3: Situation in Isreal and Palestine Plenary: Sustainable Development Goals Summit

FIRST COMMITTEE SESSION Delegates took their place behind their placards, which identified the country they were representing. The Chair introduced themselves as well as the Secretary, Special Rapporteur and Notepassers. The Chair then called the delegates to order and the Committee Session commenced. Nerves slowly ebbed away as Delegates came to the podium to put forth their position regarding the relevant topic they were to be discussing. Delegates were given the chance for moderated caucus at the Chair’s discretion, which gave ample opportunity for them to further negotiate. Notes could be seen passing frantically before the final vote to be cast. The sound of applauding signaled the end of the First Committee Session after the respective amendment had passed or failed.

SECOND COMMITTEE SESSION A different Committee Session called for a different topic to be debated.

Delegates were more confident in putting forth their positions in this session.

More use of the Notepassers occurred as Delegates tried to lobby for further support. This was particularly essential where the Chair held they would only entertain amendments with a certain majority.

REGIONAL GROUP: COMMITTEE SESSION REFLECTIONS Delegates had the opportunity to reflect with each other about the strengths and weaknesses of their Committee Sessions after debate.

REGIONAL DINNER Conference Assistants joined delegates for dinner at local Wellington CBD restaurants that served their particular Regional Group’s cuisine, Many delegates enjoyed the chance to socialise and enjoy each other’s company. Delegates then gathered at the renowned Bucket Fountain on Cuba Street to depart for walking buses to their respective accommodation.

DAY THREE - SUNDAY

THIRD COMMITTEE SESSION The atmosphere was livelier than the previous sessions as Delegates were more determined and confident when communicating to the Assembly.

Higher levels of conviction reflected their passion on debated topics as they urged other Delegates to support their Amendments. Voting on Amendments and the Resolution as a whole was vigorous.

THINK TANK Delegates heard from Guest Speaker: Toby Jordan, Founding Ambassador at World Merit* and Deputy Secretary General-International at Asia-Pacific Model United Nations Conference. Toby shared his experiences of social entrepreneurship, which measures how people are impacted by an innovative solution. Toby advised: “If you have a great idea, just go for it!”.

Delegates heard about various projects Toby is involved in which provide promising entrepreneurs opportunities. Toby’s closing remarks were: “The more people you tell about your ideas, the more you can refine your idea into being something truly awesome”.

REGIONAL GROUP COLLABORATION Delegates were set the task of creating a sustainable development proposal regarding their assigned Millennial Development Goal. A Roaming Discussion Panel consisting of professionals and students were lead by Hayden Montgomerie, National Youth Participation Advisor at New Zealand Ministry of Youth Development, to aid Delegates by providing them with their expertise in relation to the Millennial Development Goals. Delegates at first struggled with the distinction between “business” and “charity”, but with the help of their Regional Group Coordinators and the Roaming Discussion Panel, they were well on their way to creating a feasible proposal. Delegates worked well together in brainstorming ideas and encouraged each other to think outside the box. The time came for Delegates to present their proposals to their Regional Group Coordinators, who would then select the top three to go forward to the NZ Model UN Committee for judging.

KYCOM Michael Cropp and Amelia Lamb hosted the 2013 NZ Model UN Quiz – “KYCOM“ (Know Your Cuts of Meat). Delegates divided themselves into teams of four or five.

Answers were submitted to a panel of Conference Assistants.

THE BALL The highly anticipated event of the 2013 NZ Model UN Ball was held at the Amora Hotel, Wellington. Delegates arrived in their finest attire and were greeted by Conference Assistants who directed them to the ballroom.

After Delegates had checked in their coats and bags, they were seated at their tables according to their Amazing Race Teams. Chatter of recent events amongst each table of Delegates subsided as Harry Tothill, 2013 NZ Model UN Coordinator welcomed distinguished guests; Hayden Montgomerie, National Youth Participation Advisor at New Zealand Ministry of Youth Development, Anton Smith, National President of NZ Youth UN, the AMUNC Committee, and the Conference Assistants and Delegates.

DAY FOUR - MONDAY

WELCOME Here, all Delegates would be participating in putting forward their position to the resolution. Delegates had the pleasure of hearing from NZ National Party List MP, Paul Foster-Bell who discussed New Zealand’s efforts in campaigning to gain a seat on the United Nations Security Council. Paul advised the Delegates that New Zealand’s interest in conflicts is only to resolve them and that the approach would be to take an even ambit and balance of both sides. Furthermore, Paul pressed that New Zealand would be able to represent similar views of the Pacific Nations, thus giving them a far greater chance to be heard.

NZ MODEL UN: GENERAL ASSEMBLY PLENARY SESSION Given the General Assembly consisted of all 240 Delegates, there was naturally a rush to the Chair to put be the first Proposer and Seconder of the Resolution regarding the Sustainable Development Goals. The Chair advised that Amendments were to be passed by single majority by placard and that the Resolution as a whole was to be passed by two-thirds majority by roll call.

THE FOLLOWING SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS WERE ADDRESSED: 1. Achieve global food, water and energy security 2. Achieve universal primary education 3. Promote gender, racial and religious equality 4. Address population dynamics responsibly 5. Combat HIV/AIDS, Malaria and other diseases 6. Ensure environmental sustainability 7. Reduce conflict and fragility 8. Promote accessibility and responsible governance

Throughout the resolution, Delegates more persuasive in communicating their country’s position. Delegates made use of Notepassers to try and gain alliances, as the opportunity for a moderated caucus was limited given the number of Delegates in session. The majority of clauses within the Resolution were ratified. Only one clause was struck out entirely, whilst there were a few clauses that were amended. The General Assembly implemented a 9th Sustainable Development Goal to “Address the Rise of Human-caused Health Problems” with additional clauses. Delegates made the most out of the last moderated caucus to gather support from other Delegates. The Resolution passed with 95 votes for, 31 votes against and 66 abstentions.

Delegates had the opportunity to think creatively as they debated on clauses regarding “Promotion of Ecotourism for Poverty Eradication and Environmental Protection” based on a Zombie Apocalypse context. The Resolution was passed with amended clauses to accommodate the “Zombies” in the world. It was a light-hearted and humourous way to end the intensive past four days

CLOSING CEREMONY The final event for the 2013 NZ Model UN Conference. Winners of the Amazing Race, Think Tank and KYCOM were announced and congratulated. Andrew Chen and Anton Smith, National President of UN Youth NZ announced upcoming events of UN Youth NZ, notable the new online “Diplomacy Competition” which is open to all New Zealand High School students. More details of events and competitions can be find on the UN Youth NZ website

THIMUN The THIMUN selection of Delegates took place and we wish all the best for the successful applicants as they travel abroad. Harry Tothil, NZ Model UN Coordinator wished Delegates all the best in their future endeavours and officially declared the 2013 NZ Model UN closed.

DELEGATES

EMILY MOON

SACHIN SONI

JAMES BAYLY

JULIA YAN

JACK KERKVLIET

DANIEL HAMILTON

GEMMA ENGBERS

MONA YANG

MATTHEW BILTON

ASHERA GUNATILAKE

LOREN MCCARTHY

JONAH TAN

DANIEL KIM

ABIGAIL HART

TARIQ KADER

HELEN ZHAO

BILLIE GILL

SARAH WIKES

IAN ROBERTSON

NADYA FAUZIA

EMILY BOTES

MATHEW CLARKE

LAURA CHAPMAN

GERALDINE ROCHE

SAMUEL MCCABE

TAMER BARNES

MEGHAN LAING

JESSICA KWON

YEONJOO REW

ISABELLA NICHOLSON

CHRISTINE LI

SAMUEL KIRK-REEVE

SYLVIA SONG

REVATHI NISHTALA

ABBY JOHNSTON

ISABELLE KWEK

LANCE QIAN

LARS THOMPSON

JAY EVETT

AMELIA RETTER

HARRY BELL

SARAH HYLAND

BRONWYN TILNEY

ALISON BALL

CAMERON SMITH

LOVELY DIZON

LAWSON DAVISON

KATE APPLETON

ALEXANDRA DOGGETT

WIL UNDY

CHRIS YANG

DANIEL WRIGHT

GUL AGHA ALIZANDAH

PEITIAN XIONG

AASTHA OBEROI

SAMMIE FUNG

HANBEE JEONG

JESSICA RICHARDS

LOUIS ZABALA

HAYLEY BENNETT

WILLIAM GUY

SATI RAVICHANDIREN

CHRIS HAGAN

MACKENZIE EDWARDS

JAMES MELVIN

BLAKE MCALEVEYSCURR

PETER MCKENZIE

JAMES PEARCE

JENNIFER ZHAN

AARON WONG

WILLIAM WARREN

MARCUS NOAKES

IAIN MILLER

ERIN SHEN

NOAH JARRAH

SAM ANDRIST

MICAH HILL-SMITH

JAKE WANG

JONATHAN BRUMLEY

LUCY TOTHILL

PATRICK COSTLEY

ELLIE BISHOP

SUKEY ALLEN

MEGAN WOODHEAD

NAZIA AHMED

HARRISON CUNNINGHAM

ANTHONY YELAVICH

LUCY PEEBLES

JEONGWOO LIM

SOPHIE DYHRBERG

DANIELLE ROLLS

LINGSHU LIU

NOAH JARRAH

DUSHANKA GOVENDER

KAITLYN WHITE

EDEN BROWN

KEVIN HOWE

REBECCA READ

AMANDA NGO

MATTHEW SELL

ASHEER AHMAD

ELLA WILLIAMS

KERRY MCNULTY

ANNIKA BESS

ANDRES CANNON

ISABEL KELLY

NATASHA BAILEY

ELEANOR GREEN

NICOLE TILL

JOANNA DARGIE

GRACE COLLETT

MARTIN LUK

LUCY WOODS

LEON HU

NAMITA SAGGER

ELISE KEALL

MARTIN NEUMANN

MATTHEW MOORE

SEBASTIAN HALLUM CLARKE

ANNALISA JEFFRIES

GEORGIE DOWD

SINA ETE

ALLICE CONNORS

RASYAD CHE ISMAIL

ASHLEY STUART

LUKE GELLEN

WILL COADY

SOPHIE VILES

HENRY THOMPSON

MAISIE PRIOR

MADELEINE BELL

SARAH JACKSON

KEVIN LEE

LEE RICHARDSON

AMY DAVIES

ISLA TOBIN

ANKITA KAW

RHAZ SOLOMAN

ANGUS ALLAN

STEPHANIE MCALISTER

ELISE BATT

BEN ROBERTS

EMILY NARBEY

JACOB BARKER

ROLAND EVELEENS

CHRIS GOLLIN

JAKE MCGREGOR

TIM PATERSONCATTO

CAMERON HAWORTH

MAGGIE LIU

KIERAN METHERELL

LOGAN VAN RYNBACH

BLAISE TURNBULL

EDWARD ROCHE

SAMANTHA TULETT

JESSIE MAO

SARAH SUTCLIFFE

EMMA ALLEN

SAM MYTHEN

SAVANNAH ADAMS

HILARY SPENCER

CHRISTEY BLYTHEN

DANIEL MAIER-GANT

TE TIRA O TE RANGI NIKORA

JACK GRADWELL

WILLIAM FULTON

HANNAH MONIGATTI

WENDY LEE

NAA-EUN KIM

BRIDGETTE ELLIS

XAVIER MUAO BREED

CONOR O’HANLON

ADAM CAMERON

GRACE TITTER

ADITI GORASIA

ALEX MCHUGH

SYLVIA DUNCAN

SHIRLEY ZHANG

ROSE OAKLEY

SAMUEL PORTA

FALINE ZHAO

JESSIE FENTON

EMMA PAIRMAN

DIANA QIU

JASON GUAN

HIBA HUSSAIN

SHAANIL SENERETHDASSANAYAKE

EMMA GAMSON

MICHAEL LOUGH

CELESTE ALLAN

MICHELLE HUANG

CAROLINE HOPE

SOPHIE THOMSONWEBB

BEN COLGAN

GEORGIA LALA

RICHARD TUCK

JENNY LI

ANNIE HUANG

ROWAN BIGGS

PATRICK SAVILL

GEORGE FITZGERALD

JULIET BRUCE

JOSHUA ALACH

LUCY ROBERTSON

ISABELLA RADOVANOVIC

LAUREN HOLLOWAY

VICTORIA HOLYOAKE

KAYLA POLAMALU

GABRIEL STEWART

AMARIND HUN ENG

WILLIAM BRISCOE

SAMIYA FARAH

JOSHUA WALKER

BESS SCHNIOFFSKY

MADISON HUGHES

BENJAMIN AYTO

JACOBI KOHU-MORRIS

EMILY ANSELMI

RUPAL MADAAN

JESSICA RAMAMURTHY

BETHANY DAVEY

MATHEW NICHOLSON

LIAM RAWLINGS

JOSEPH PLUNKET

SAFFRON HUANG