VISIONS OF EUROPEAN CITIES Erasmus+ project 2017-1-DE03-KA219-035699_2. Coordinator: Angela-Maria Müller. Webmaster: Dr. Francisco Pérez

1. Insight into the
world of the United
Nations - by acting
as a UN delegate
Model
United
Nations

2. Now you’re a delegate!
For four days, you step
out of the normal you,
and enter the role as a
diplomat representing a
government, working in
a group - a so called
delegation.
(PS. Don’t forget the
diplomat dresscode!)

3. Research your country
Study the politics,
economy, religion and
history of the country
you’re representing.
Most importantly - get to
know the international
relations of your country;
organisations that you’re in
(such as NATO and/or EU).
What countries are your
friends or foes?

4. Research your global issue
Model UN deals
with a number of
global issues, such
as “Measures to
combat
contemporary
forms of slavery”
and “Actions to
increase access to
clean water and
sanitation”.

5. Write a resolution and a
“proposition paper”
You will take part in
making propositions for
a better world

6. Committee Work
The committees are:
Human Rights, Peace, Disarmament & Security, Health &
Environment.

7. Negotiations
You get to convince, compromise and agree on solutions;
lobbying is one of the key aspects of the roleplay.

8. UN General Assembly
You get to hold speeches, debate and vote for
the resolutions that fit your country’s agenda.

9. A learning
experience
You will increase
your knowledge of
the UN framework.

10. Understanding
the world
You will get to know some
of the most urgent issues
that need to be resolved for
a better world.

11. Reflection
You will get to know different cultural and political
perspectives.

12. Rhetoric
You will have the opportunity
to develop your rhetorical skills
and become a better speaker.

13. Cooperation
You will work together in diverse groups.

14. English language
You will increase your oral and written
competence in the English language.

15. Learning by doing
You will get knowledge for life through experience.

16. The four days of Model UN
Monday, March
19th, 10.00-20.00
(preliminary)
Registration, opening ceremony, opening
speeches, lobbying. Late snack.
Tuesday, March
20th, 10.00-20.30
Approval panel and committee work.
Wednesday, March
21st, 08.30-21.30
Committee work continues. Dinner with all
participators.
Thursday, March
22nd, 08.20-16.30
General assembly, debate and voting
procedures, closing ceremony.

17. Time table for preparations
December/January
You will receive a confirmation on which country you will
represent, including information in what committee and
issue you will be working.
January
Start studying the country, its foreign policies and the issue
you have been given.

18. Time table for preparations
February
Write your resolution and position papers which is a short
statement about your country’s policies concerning all the
nine issues in the Model UN. This makes you prepared for
lobbying, debating and voting in the General Assembly.

19. Time table for preparations
March
In the beginning of March the resolutions will be sent in to
bjorn.borgstrom@falufri.se
On Falu Frigymnasium´s web you will find all the resolutions in the
various issues. Now you prepare yourselves by reading all the
resolutions and prepare for lobbying. You also prepare for the role by
choosing proper clothing. There are two alternative dress codes;
strictly formal with suit/shirt and blouse with tie or traditional national
costume.

20. The global issues of Model UN 2018
Human Rights Committee
1. Measures to combat contemporary forms of slavery
2. Measures to ensure women’s rights referring to equality and inclusion in social, economical and political life
3. Measures to agree on extended resettlement quotas for asylum seekers of specific needs and vulnerabilities
Peace, Disarmament and Security Committee
1. Issue concerning the conflict between Western Sahara and Morocco
2. Issue concerning stronger regulations regarding arms trade
3. Issue concerning prevention of organized terrorism
Health and Environment Committee
1. Actions to increase access to clean water and sanitation
2. Measures to provide sustainable, reliable, affordable energy for all
3. Actions to reduce the degradation of natural habitats, halt the loss of biodiversity and protect and prevent the extinction of
threatened species
Security Council
1. Peacebuilding and conflict prevention in South Sudan

21. Welcome to Model UN!
På Falu Frigymnasium

22. More information
For more information, visit
our website www.falufri.se