Motions
Introduced to begin formal debate on a topic.
Motion to Open Debate
Indicates that the delegate will not abstain during voting. (Often stated as part of attendance)
Present and Voting
A sign with the country’s name that a delegate raises to speak or vote.
Placard
When was the UN created?
October 24th, 1945
What is the dress code at the conference?
Western Business Attire/Business Professional
Temporarily pauses the debate for a break.
Motion to Suspend Debate
A request by a delegate to change the course of the debate or proceed in a particular way.
Motion
Commonly stated by a dias to get the committee's attention.
Decorum/Decorum delegates
What are organizations that work for the common good and partner with the UN, but are not part of any government called?
NGOs (Non-governmental Organizations)
Name two things you can yield your time to when you have extra speaking time.
Yield to Country X/Yield to Questions/Yield to Dias
Calls for informal debate or negotiation without the moderation of the Chair.
Motion for Unmoderated Caucus
The individual (or individuals) who moderated the debate, enforce rules, and ensure order. (The Harvard Student)
Chair
A question regarding the rules or procedure of the committee.
Point of Order
How many Member States are in The United Nations?
193 Member States
This is the start and end date of the HMUN Conference
Thursday, January 30th-Sunday, February 2nd
Calls for a structured debate where the Chair recognizes speakers for set speaking times.
Motion for Moderated Caucus
To pose a question to Dias regarding procedure/clarification.
Point of Parliamentary Inquiry
You may request THIS from the director if your country has been personally called out.
Right of Reply
This organization was replaced by the United Nations after "failing" to prevent World War II.
League of Nations
Mr. Watson served as an extra in this film which illustrates the relationship dynamic between a foul-mouthed teddy bear, and a 30-year-old man.
TED
Ends the session permanently (used at the end of the conference).
Motion to Adjourn
The introductory section of a resolution that outlines the background, context, and justification for the resolution.
Preambulatory Clause
The action-oriented section of a resolution that outlines specific proposals and solutions.
Operative Clause
How many sustainable Development goals are there in total? Name at least two.
there are 17. Goal 1: No Poverty Goal 2: Zero hunger Goal 3: Good health and well-being Goal 4: Quality education Goal 5: Gender equality Goal 6: Clean water and sanitation Goal 7: Affordable and clean energy Goal 8: Decent work and economic growth Goal 9: Industry, Innovation, Technology and Infrastructure Goal 10: Reduced inequality Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production Goal 13: Climate action Goal 14: Life below water Goal 15: Life on land Goal 16: Peace, justice and strong institutions Goal 17: Partnerships for the goals
This term commonly coined by Mr. Watson is defined as "a brief way of introducing yourself, getting across a key point or two, and making a connection with someone."
An Elevator Pitch