The "Flow" (Order) of Debate
What is the first motion you must make to begin debate?
"Motion to open debate"
Can you talk to each other during voting procedure?
NO
What is the most important thing to remember to bring?
Your ID - school or government issued.
What are the 3 sections of a resolution?
Heading, Perambulatory Clauses, Operative Clauses
Do you need a reason to motion for an unmoderated caucus?
No, you do not need a reason to motion for an unmoderated caucus
What are the 3 options when voting on a resolution?
YES, NO, or ABSTAIN
What time should you be at the meeting spot at SIHS?
8:15am next Wednesday April 30th
How many countries must be sponsors and signatories for a resolution?
1 Sponsor. 4 Signatories (20% of total group)
During Unmoderated Caucuses
How and when do you motion to start the voting procedure?
Say "I motion to move into voting procedure" after you successfully introduce the working papers
What are you allowed to bring to the American Center?
A small bag (with ID, cash, notebook, pen). NO BACKPACKS!
Name at least 3 parts of the header
Committee Name, Draft Resolution #, Sponsors, Signatories, Topic
Present: You can choose to abstain
Present and voting: You cannot abstain and must vote yes or no
What must you do before motioning to introduce working papers?
Give your working paper to the chair
What are you NOT allowed to bring?
Laptops, cellphones and large bags
Explain a perambulatory clause.
Bonus (100 Points): Give an example of a preamble phrase.
Explains the situation & problems you want to solve
Example: Recognizing, Understanding, Affirming, Deeply Regretting
What must a motion for a moderated caucus include?
BONUS: Give an example of a motion for a moderated caucus you may use for water issues
Must include: A reason, total time, and speaking time
BONUS: "Motion for a moderated caucus of 6 minutes with a 45-second speaking time to discuss access to water for sanitation"
When introducing working papers what are the 2 things you can motion for to learn more about each working paper?
BONUS: Give an example of one or both of these motions
1. Question & answer period
BONUS: "I motion to introduce the working papers with a 3-minute question and answer period"
2. For and against speeches
BONUS: "I motion to introduce the working papers with a 1 for and 1 against, with a 1-minute speaking time"
When is the next meeting for students going to the American Center next week?
This Friday, April 25, during sports time (3:45pm)
Explain an operative clause.
Bonus (200 points): Give an example of a full operative clause.
Explains your proposed solutions to the problem.
Examples: 1) Recommends the establishment of the Special Council. 2) Encourages member states to develop their own reports.