Model United Nations Procedures

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms and definitions related to Model United Nations procedures.

Chair

The individual who moderates the debate and maintains order during the committee sessions.

Secretary General

The head of all committees at a conference or event; in real life, the leader of the United Nations.

Roll Call

A procedure where attendance is taken and delegates indicate their voting preferences as 'present' or 'present in voting'.

Speakers List

A list that delegates use to present their positions formally in order during committee sessions.

Moderated Caucus

A type of debate format where delegates speak sequentially on a specified subtopic.

Unmoderated Caucus

A less formal type of debate where delegates can move around, speak freely, and collaborate on documents.

Draft Resolution

A formal proposal that outlines a plan of action on a specific issue, which can be discussed and amended during committee.

Point of Inquiry

A question raised by a delegate regarding procedural matters in committee.

Point of Personal Privilege

A request addressing the delegate's personal comfort in the committee, such as needing a break.

Amendment

A change proposed to a draft resolution, which can be classified as friendly (agreed by authors) or unfriendly (requires a vote).

Voting Procedure

The process followed to vote on motions or resolutions, which may include roll call or placard voting.

Right of Reply

The opportunity for a delegate to respond directly to statements made about their country during debate.

Yielding Time

When a delegate concludes their speech and gives remaining time to another delegate or the chair.

Substantive Vote

A critical vote on issues such as resolutions, where 'present in voting' delegates cannot abstain.

Motion to Suspend

A procedural motion to pause the committee session until a specified time or event.

Caucus

An informal meeting of delegates to discuss and strategize outside of formal debate.

Point of Order

A request for clarification regarding the procedure or rules of the committee, usually raised when a mistake is believed to have occurred.