cityu mun 2015 1st forum
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For those who could not attend Session 1 of our forum held on 10th September, 2015, you may refer to the following slides for your reference!TRANSCRIPT
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CityU Model United Nations 2015-2016
Forum 1: Introduction to MUNNINGBy: Aqeel, Nikunj and Vipul
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTu2hGIhtnM
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Agenda About us About United Nations? MUN? Qualities of a good MUNNER Diplomacy in MUN Agendas discussed at a MUN conference Rules and the formats of debate in MUN What can I gain from this experience? Q&A session
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WHo are We?
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Our 3rd Cityu Model United nations committee
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Any achievements?
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Achievements so far Sent delegation to World Model United Nations 2014
(Belgium) and 2015 (S.Korea) Participated in local Model United Nations (MUNs)
Awards Best Diplomacy Award in Harvard World MUN 2015
(Maruful Islam) Best Delegation In HKMUN 2014
(Rafiq Yusuf & Anas Khan)
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But what has your committee done so far?
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Achievements of our committee Hosted the CityU Model United Nations Conference 2015
One of the largest International Night gathering
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WHat is A MUN?
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WHat is A MUN? A MUN, or also known as a Model United Nations Conference
is an extracurricular activity in which students typically role play delegates to the United Nations and simulate UN committees.
To better understand what a MUN is, heres a video to enhance your understanding of the objectives of the UN.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QoIafzc0k74
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QUalities of a good Munner?
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qualities of a good munner? Good Public Speaking Skills Diplomacy Spontaneity The ability to be precise
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Diplomacy in Mun
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Diplomacy is the skill of conducting international relations and negotiations without arousing hostility and without violating your foreign policy.
In a MUN, Diplomacy is a skill that is imperative for a delegate to do well.
WhaT IS DIPLOMACY?
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Agendas in mun?
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what agendas are there in mun? Agendas or topics of discussion that are decided well
before a MUN is what a delegate deliberates on in the committee of a MUN.
Sample agendas: 1. Production of generic drugs in all countries with or
without patenting.
2. Combating the Issue of Youth Unemployment.
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Rules and format of MUN?
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rules and format of mun The rules of procedure and format of debate in a MUN are
by and large the most difficult and the most important things to master.
The rules of procedure vary with different conferences and different parts of the world. However, at CityU we will be following the Harvard Rules of Procedure with a few small variations of our own.
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WHat can I gain?
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What can i gain? Aptitude of research in International News. Confidence to speak and debate on worldly issues
spontaneously. Develop the skill to dissect an issue and analyse the
causes and consequences and give solutions accordingly. Perspective of other highly talented individuals on
worldly issues. Make new friends. :)
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what if i am a newbie?
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Newbie 4 training sessions
Regular forums starting from November
Participation in the local MUNs
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where well be going this year?
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1. Yale-NUS Asia Pacific MUN 2016 (singapore)(Jan 22-24)
2. HArvard World mun 2016 (Rome)(march 14th-18th)
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What about the cost? .Im usually broke
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SUbsidies all students
Up to 50% of cost: covered for overseas MUNs
Perform well
Apply for Reach Out Award (covers up to HK$10,000)
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How can i be selected?
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Criteria for joining overseas mun 80% attendance in the training sessions
(for newbies) Paid effort during discussions Participated in at least 2 local
conferences* Not going for exchange in Sem B
*Your performance in the local conferences will play a major role during the selection criteria
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How do i join your team...
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How do i join the committee Go through an interview process Interview period: 1st-3rd October More details will be provided
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