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Welcome to Model United Nations at Court Fields. The aim of MUN is to debate and reach agreement on global issues. You represent the country which has been allocated to you - not your own views.

Agenda:
We can debate any of the following issues: Same-sex marriage laws The energy crisis Drugs and alcohol Animal welfare The right to die (assisted suicides)

Preparation:
You need to be able to represent your country's interests. You need to do some research. Find out if your country is rich or poor, the main religion, how it makes it's money and whether or not it is having any disputes with other countries at the moment. Research your country using [|Wikipedia] or the [|CIA factbook] You should also research some of the agenda items and how they affect your country.

Resolutions:
If you want, you can write a resolution. You will have more fun at MUN if you do. Here is a guide on how to do this. Email resolutions for checking to: NJenkins@educ.somerset.gov.uk

NEW! Example resolution:

How it works:
MUN starts with informal lobbying, where countries with resolutions try to persuade others to join and support them. At this stage countries may agree to speak in support of the resolutions. The debate starts with the chosen resolution being read out. The country sponsoring the resolution is allowed about 3 minutes to make a short speech. At the end of the speech the country can either yield to another delegate or to the Chair. The Chair allows 10 minutes of speeches for the the resolution and 10 minutes against. At the end of the debate a vote is taken. More information here