NISCMUN Participants Manual

 NISCMUN​ 2​ 018 PARTICIPANT MANUAL           

NISCMUN​ ​2018    Brief History of MUNThe Origins of MUN MUN (Model United Nations) is an extracurricular activity in many schools and universities where students assume the roles of countries and organisations represented in the United Nations in specific committees and debate about issues concerning the world.  The United Nations was formed at the end of the Second World War. It was preceded by a similar organisation; known as the “League of Nations” during the 1920s at the University of Harvard. After WWII, once the United Nations was established, Harvard replaced the Model League of Nations with Model United Nations (MUN).  In the 1960s, MUN became popular in schools rather than just universities, and in 1968, a teacher at the American School of The Hague, Mr. Paul Sand founded “The Hague International Model United Nations” Conference (THIMUN). This conference began for four schools in The Hague, being the French School, The British School, The American School and the German School. By the mid 1980s, THIMUN became one of the largest and most popular conferences in the world; outside of the United States, and today it welcomes 4,500 students from all over the world to participate in structured UN styled debate in a variety of committees.   The Aims of MUNThe Aims of an MUN conference are  a. to encourage debate and sharing of views between students from different schools and  of different ethnicities  b. to promote awareness of international relations and issues in young people  c. to inspire global mindedness and an understanding to the problems of the world and  how to combat them d. to provide an atmosphere where students can progress in their communication skills and  open mindedness    2

NISCMUN​ ​2018    General Rules of Conduct   It is assumed by virtue of the fact that delegates are here for a serious program: that they are mature enough to respect others and provide a framework within all MUN participants can operate, with each action in good taste and appropriate to the primary grounds of their being a participant. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in participants being sent home at their own expense and school heads being informed.   Alcoholic Beverages and Narcotic​ Drugs  Alcoholic Beverages may not at any point in time be consumed throughout the entire conference. The use of any form of narcotic drug is expressly prohibited. Importation, possession or use of any form of narcotics carries severe penalties under Cambodian law.  Students Staying in Hotels Students staying in hotels are reminded that they have a great deal of responsibility towards their fellow residents. Cooperation is needed to ensure the success of this program.   Curfew Since MUN sessions are very long and tiring, and out of consideration for fellow hotel guests, a curfew of 23:00 is recommended.   Dress Code  As a serious simulation, NISCMUN expects personal appearance to be appropriate for a professional setting. Participants should not wear clothing, jewelry, or accessories which are distracting, inappropriate, or which may call attention to themselves - either individually or as a group.   Inappropriate dress includes, but is not limited to:  • Team accessories such as scarves, hates non-s- NISCMUN badges/buttons/pins;   • Sports shoes & denim clothes;  • Brightly colored and / or spiky hair;  • National costume or military attire;  • School Uniforms   Males should be dressed in a formal suit, shirt, shirt, tie, or similar alternative I.e. formal trousers. Females should be dressed equally formally in suits, smart separates (whether trousers or skirts) or dresses. The hot climate in Singapore is not an excuse for wearing very short skirts or low necklines.    3

NISCMUN​ ​2018    Recommendations   Attire outside the conference  It gets quite humid in Phnom Penh; therefore, we recommend that light and cottony clothes be worn during socialization outside the conference.   Plugs and Sockets  Phnom Penh is friendly with power chords. Any plug works in the city. You may bring US or UK plugs fit for 220 volts.    Communication  It is best that a local sim card be purchased in the duration of the conference for a quick and smooth call and text services. In order to be in touch with the delegates all the time, without the hassle of losing internet connection, SMART or CELLCARD companies sell $5 to $10 worth of travellers sim card that allows you to call, text, and browse for 1 to 2 weeks.   Gastronomic Advice  Cambodians have a very wide array of food to offer many tourists. Everywhere you go in the city, there are small to big scale Cambodia restaurants that will satisfy your palates. Among the best ones are (​ please click the link)​:   a. Mok Mony restaurant   b. Malis Restaurant  c. Khmer Surin Restaurant  Street food is also a must-try in the city. A word of advice though, choose with caution as there are some places that do not adhere to the universal sanitation standards. As a recommendation, go through this ​link​ which will give you places to check out for street food.  Because Cambodia is an expat country, different flavors from various countries are available in several restaurants around the city. Here is f​or more restaurant recommendations​.        4

NISCMUN​ ​2018   Explore the City  If you have time before or after the conference, explore Phnom Penh(​ please click the link)​. Y​ ou can try visiting    Toul Sleng Genocide Museum  Location: Corner of Street 113 & Street 350 , Open: Daily,  Hours: 8AM-5PM – Closed for lunch), Admission: $2.00          Independence Monument    Location: Independence Monument: Sihanouk Blvd meets  Norodom Blvd BKK1 or the ‘foreigner’ district:   Streets to stroll are 278 & 282 (running south and parallel to  Sihanouk Blvd)      Royal Palace and the Silver Monument   Location: Entrance on Sothearos Blvd, Hours: Daily 7:30AM-11AM  & 2:30PM-5PM, Admission: $3.00, +$2.00 camera or +$5.00 video  camera.        The National Museum  Location: The entrance is on Street 13 (closer to Street 178)  facing the river. Near the Royal Palace, Hours: 8A-5P daily,  Admission:$3      5

NISCMUN​ ​2018    NISCMUN System THIMUN System  In NISCMUN, the THIMUN ​Rules and Procedures​ will be followed. ​(open the link for a copy of the rules and procedures) Time Allotment The Presidents, Chairs, and Deputy Chairs may set speaking and debating time based on THIMUN Recommendations: T​ ime Allotment a​ re as follows:   a. Opening Speeches: 60 to 90 seconds   b. Resolution Speeches: 120 to 180 seconds   c. Amendment Speeches: 60 to 90 seconds  d. Debate time: 30 to 45 mins per resolution  Note Passing THIMUN permits note passing during the conference, but they will be strictly monitored and screened by the admin team and the chairs and deputy chairs. Notes must remain parliamentary in nature; however, friendly notices may be passed provided an approval is granted.  Points of Clarification (POC) and Information (POI) POC’s are in order immediately after reading the resolution; however, when the floor opens to POI’s, POC’s will no longer be entertained. Follow up to the second degree may be granted by the Chair given the time allotment for the debate.   Tally System Chairs and Deputy Chairs will keep count of the speeches, POC’s, POI’s, submission of resolutions and amendments of every delegate. The tally will be one of the bases of the Best Delegate and Best Speaker superlatives. The tally will also be shared to the MUN Directors to report on the performance of their students in committee sessions.   Use of Electronic Device  In NISCMUN, usage of devices are only allowed during unmoderated caucuses. During moderated caucuses, any kind of electronic device is strictly prohibited. Only Chairs and the Deputy Chairs have access to computers and mobiles at all times.      6

NISCMUN​ ​2018    NISCMUN Structure  Executive Conference Staff The Secretary General is the Head of an MUN Conference. He is responsible for the planning of the conference, with the aid of other Executive Conference Staff to help. The primary assistance of the Secretary General at an MUN conference is from the Deputy Secretary General/s. They also are in charge of the affairs at an MUN Conference; however, they are based more internally.  Student Officers  The role of a Student Officer is to chair the debate. Student Officers are the heads of committees, councils and commissions and they are in charge of keeping the debate flowing and making sure that delegates are being constructive in regard to the resolutions that are being debated. The Student Officers hold the responsibility of preparing Research Reports before a conference to help delegates with their research on an issue. Student Officers are expected to encourage delegates during a conference to help amend resolutions, contribute to debate etc. Student Officers are in charge of what happens in their particular committee, and so, they must address delegates who are not behaving, and they must confront problems within the committee. The Delegate  When students sign up for an MUN Conference within their school, they sign up as delegates. Schools are assigned either countries or organisations, where students must then hold the position of a delegate in a specific committee of either any of the countries or organisations their school was assigned. The role of a delegate is to act as their assigned delegation’s representative in that part of the United Nations System. The role of the delegate is to debate the topics of their committee, and to better the situation by the means of writing resolutions, explaining their delegation’s position, or by helping debates by writing amendments to amend a resolution that is being debated.  Administrative Staff  The Admin Staff are led by the Deputy Secretary General. The Administrative Staff (Admin) ensure the smooth running and logistics during an MUN conference. They are in charge of   a. photocopying resolutions,  b. passing notepaper from the chair/delegate to another chair/delegate  c. setting up the committee rooms in regard to: Placards, tables, chairs, and seating plans  to accommodate the committee members  d. making sure that snacks, lunches, and dinner are set up on time  e. guiding delegates and directors for directions  f. with any urgent matter, the admin staff will be asked for help  g. helps the NISCMUN Team in any way they can  7

NISCMUN​ ​2018   MUN Press  At NISCMUN Conference, newsletters, photos, and videos about the happenings of the day will be published on N​ ISCMUN website.​ These are published daily by MUN Press. They work as photographers, layout workers, reporters, editors and artists. They are headed by the Head of Press.  If the Press approaches you an interview, you’ll be likely to be in an Audio-Visual Presentation, so please get excited to answer their querries.  Please note to get on the N​ ISCMUN website​ as you can read many interesting articles, see photos, watch videos, and most importantly, it gives you a good idea of the happenings of the day.    NISCMUN Team   Administrative Department  Ms. Nancy Calimlim   Mr. Paul Stanley   Logistics Department  Mr. Ben Holman   Ms. Margie Gomez   Finance Department  Mr. George Rosales  Ms. Kelly Chum   Roathpanharith Keo    MUN Press  Mr. Alirio Rodriguez   Hyun Woo Lee   Vouchchan Hour    Design Team  Vong Vong So   Roathpanharith Keo    Seong Jae Lee   Natasia Escubil     Reaksa Sisowath   Sarina Peterson    Melisa Pannha 8

NISCMUN​ ​2018    The Executive Officers Cameron Kouch    Secretary General     It​ is with great honor and utmost pleasure that I welcome  you to the first NISC Global Campus Model United Nations  Conference which will be held from March 2, to March 4,  2018 in the city of Phnom Penh. Modeled after the United  Nations itself, MUN is an institution in many international  schools, which has become a training ground for the next  leaders of the world.  Model United Nations is a remarkable academic activity that  broadens your vision and a valuable tool that shapes your  future. This year at NISCMUN, we look forward to sharing an  environment free of all prejudice to create, reason and  embrace resolutions while debating in accordance with the  principles of the UN. NISCMUN will be hosting 2 General  Assemblies, Economic and Social Council, Human Rights Council, and Security Council. In  behalf of the Executive Committee, I would like to extend our gratitude in advance for your  active participation in the conference.  Seav Phing Lao Deputy Secretary General    It is a great honor to welcome all delegates, chairs and  directors to NISCMUN 2018, and is a privilege to be  serving as Deputy Secretary General of this conference.  Our theme year centers on conflict, destruction, poverty  and injustice. Just as these issues affect everyone, each and  everyday, I hope all can discuss these matters effectively in  order to come up with meaningful resolutions. All must  seek to enable people to live in dignity, strengthen human  rights in all nations, and establish perpetual peace.  Together, let’s create a more compassionate globalized  world by pressing peace.  I am pleased to have your participation in this conference and would like to thank you for  your valuable contribution. We enthusiastically look forward to the most intellectual, fruitful  and enjoyable conference, and we very much hope that you do, too.     9

NISCMUN​ ​2018    Makayla Stanley JMUN Secretary General  It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the Junior MUN at  NISCMUN 2018 conference in the city of Phnom Penh.  JMUN is a delightful experience. It gives younger delegates a  gateway to the world of MUN. JMUN one of the most amazing  ways for students in Grade 6, 7 and 8 from all across the globe  to come together and share ideas.  Our theme this year, P​ ressing for Peace: The Complexities of  Peace and Conflict Resolution in a Globalized World,​ is  extremely relevant to today’s world. As more conflicts arise, it  is even more important that we continue to find ways to  compromise to achieve peace. We can begin finding  resolutions right now at this conference.  As the Secretary General of JMUN this year, I will be  overseeing and encouraging our delegates in grades six to eight, a task that I am very  excited for. Together, I hope that we can help the world. I thank you all in advance for your  participation in this year’s NISCMUN.  Tzu Wei Lien  President of the General Assembly     I am a sophomore from Northbridge International School of  Cambodia. Let me begin by offering you a very warm welcome  to Phnom Penh and NISCMUN 2018. I am incredibly honoured  to serve as your President of the General Assembly. I have had  multiple MUN experiences, for instance, UNISMUN, ISPPMUN,  and THIMUN, and have also assisted in the organisation of  NISCMUN 2017. I am looking forward to following your debates  and discussions and I hope that all of you will bring fresh ideas  and solutions to this conference. Should there be any questions  or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me or the  NISCMUN organising team. Goodluck!  President of Security Council   This year's President of Security Council will also be serving as the Head Chair of the council.  She is a junior at Northbridge International School Cambodia, who has previously  participated in 5 MUN conferences as a delegate and 1 as a chair. Aside from her passion for  MUN, she also quite enjoys reading, painting and organizing charity events. She looks  forward to seeing the development of delegates, old and new, at this year’s NISCMUN. 10

NISCMUN​ ​2018          Participating Schools   St. Andrews British International School Bangkok British International School Hanoi  British Vietnamese International School Hanoi British Vietnamese International School Ho Chi Minh  Canadian International School of Phnom Penh  iCAN British International School CIA First International School  Logos International School  Individual Participants from Lycee Francais Rene Descartes de Phnom Penh  Northbridge International School Cambodia  11

NISCMUN​ ​2018    Program of Events   Day 1: Friday, 2 March 2018  16:00 - 16:30  Registration and Welcome Cocktail Hub  Maker Space  16:05 - 16:30  Student Officer Briefing Committee Rooms  Rm. 5112 16:30 - 18:30  Preparatory meetings, Opening speeches, Lobbying Assembly Hall 17:15 - 18:15  Approval Panel Workshop18:35 - 20:00  Formal Opening Ceremony and Dinner20:00 Conclusion of Day 1 Day 2: Saturday, 3 March 2018  9:00 - 17:00  SC, HRC, GA, and JGA Committees in Session Committee Rooms 10:00 - 12:00   Approval Panel Open Faculty Lounge 12:00 - 13:00  Lunch Available Cafeteria & the Deck 13:00 - 17:00 SC, HRC, GA, and JGA Committees in Session Committee Rooms 13:00 - 15:00   Approval Panel Open Faculty Lounge 15:00 - 15:15 Snacks Available The Deck 17:00 - 17:30 Student Officer Briefing Maker Space  17:00 Conclusion of Day 2    18:00 - 20:00  MUN Banquet Assembly Hall  **Note: Bring change of clothes on Day 2 for the MUN Banquet (Attire: Smart Casual) Day 3: Sunday, 4 March 2018  9:00 - 12:00  SC, HRC, GA, and JGA Committees in Session Committee Rooms  Cafeteria & the Deck 12:00 - 13:00 Lunch Available Assembly Hall  The Deck 13:00 - 16:00 SC and Plenary Session Assembly Hall 14:45 - 15:00 Snacks Available16:00 - 17:00 Closing Ceremony17:00 Conclusion of Day 3  Visiting schools head to the Airport  Participants head home     12

NISCMUN​ ​2018    Committees and Room Assignment  Registration   All delegates and   Hub Board Room   MUN Directors  Executive and Admin Center  NISCMUN Executive Officers,   Hub Board Room   Admin Team Student Officer Briefing  NISCMUN Executive Officers,   Conference Room at the  All Chairs, All Deputy Chairs  Maker Space Approval Panel   MUN Directors  Faculty Lounge MUN Director’s Lounge  5207  Chair Security Council   Dep Chair   All delegates of SC Human Rights Council   Chair:   5201 General Assembly 1  Dep Chair:   Multi-Purpose Room   All delegates of HRC  Chair  Dep Chair   All delegates of GA1 General Assembly 4  Chair   5101 JMUN General Assembly 1  Dep Chair   5307   All delegates of GA4  Chair  Dep Chair   All delegates of JGA1 JMUN General Assembly 2  Chair   5313 Snacks  Dep Chair   The Deck  All delegates of JGA3  All delegates and   MUN Directors   Lunch   All delegates and   Secondary Cafeteria and  MUN Directors   The Deck  Dinner, Assembly, and  Plenary Session  All delegates and   Assembly Hall    MUN Directors      13

NISCMUN​ ​2018    Topics: Senior MUN    Pressing for Peace:   The Complexities of Peace and Conflict Resolution   in a Globalized World Security Council   ● Question of Maintenance of nonproliferation of weapons of mass destruction in North  Korea  ● The systemic and militarized abuse of Rohingya Muslims and other ethnic minorities in  Myanmar.  ● The control of Narcotics in the Central and Southern America.  Human Rights Committee  ● Measures to combat The Libyan Slave Trade  ● Asylum for All LGBTQ+ Individuals Fleeing Persecution  ● The Elimination of All Forms of Religious Intolerance  General Assembly 1 - ​Disarmament and International Security  ● Cyber Security in Protecting against Cyber Warfare  ● Measures to combat Terrorism in LEDCs  ● Perspectives of ending the Embargo on North Korea  General Assembly 4 - S​ pecial Political and Decolonization  ● The situation of the Occupied Territories of Azerbaijan  ● The investigation of Israeli Practices Affecting the Human Rights of the Palestinian  People and other Arabs of the Occupied Territories  ● The Promotion of Free and Fair Elections in LEDCs (Cambodia)  14

NISCMUN​ ​2018    Topics: Junior MUN    Pressing for Peace:   The Complexities of Peace and Conflict Resolution   in a Globalized WorldGeneral Assembly 1 - ​Disarmament and International Security  1. Measures to Strengthen International Counter-Terrorism Efforts  2. The impact of Climate change on Global Security  3. Prohibition of producing, stockpiling, and employing CBRN weapons  General Assembly 3 - ​Social, Humanitarian, and Cultural  ● Measures to prevent the manipulation of governmental elections  ● Protecting the human and fundamental rights of indigenous people  ● Ethics of Corporations and Labour Laws in Developing Countries    ***Chair reports can be found in the ​NISCMUN Website    15