19th Model United Nations Conference

The main policy-making body of the United Nations, comprised of 193 member states, focusing on discussing global issues and proposing recommendations for peace and security.

The primary function of the General Assembly is to discuss issues of international relevance and propose recommendations to ensure world peace and security.

The General Assembly has six sub-committees, each dedicated to specific areas of international concern.

The Disarmament and International Security Committee focuses on disarmament measures, preventing arms races, and promoting responsible use of weapons.

The Economic and Financial Committee handles global economic issues, development initiatives, and sustainable development strategies, including trade and financial matters.

The Social, Humanitarian, and Cultural Committee addresses various social, humanitarian, and human rights issues, including gender equality.

The Special Political and Decolonization Committee deals with political matters related to decolonization, peacekeeping operations, and issues affecting non-self-governing territories.

The Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions focuses on administrative, budgetary, and financial matters of the United Nations.

A request to the committee that requires a vote to be implemented. Examples: Setting agenda, setting speaker list, suspending debate, introducing resolutions, beginning debate on amendments, adjourning the meeting, closing the debate.

A formal request to the committee that does not require a vote to be implemented. Example: Request to speak, request for clarification from the chair, request for a point of order.

A procedural maneuver used to quickly and efficiently end a debate, often used to transition to voting.

A motion to set the agenda for the meeting. This motion is typically done at the beginning of the meeting to determine the order of topics to be discussed.

A motion to establish a specific order for speakers in the debate, sometimes with time limits for each speaker. Usually done after the agenda is set and before the debate begins.

A motion to suspend the main debate and move into a short session of discussion, collaboration, or consultation. Can be moderated (structured) or unmoderated (free-flowing) depending on the purpose.

A motion to formally introduce a written proposal to the committee for discussion and potential adoption as a solution to the issue being debated.

A motion to start discussing the specific changes or improvements (amendments) proposed to the draft resolutions.

The United Nations is the main organization that works for international peace and security, development, and human rights.

The UN General Assembly is made up of all the UN member countries. They discuss important global issues and make recommendations for peace and security.

The UN Security Council is responsible for maintaining international peace and security. It has 15 members, with 5 permanent members having veto power.

The UN Secretariat is led by the Secretary-General and manages the daily work of the UN. It includes various departments and agencies.

The UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) coordinates economic, social, and environmental activities within the UN system.

The UN International Court of Justice (ICJ) settles disputes between states based on international law.

The United Nations Peacekeeping Force (UNPF) is made up of soldiers from different countries who work to maintain peace in conflict regions.

The UN Charter is a key document that lays out the principles and purposes of the United Nations. It guides the organization's work.