Training Conference2023
Protecting Life Below Water
Whether you are totally new to Model UN or a multi-year veteran, the Monterey Bay area's MUN training conference, sponsored by Mount Madonna School, will have something of value for YOU. This conference will have both middle and high school tracks, as well as new delegate and advanced delegate activities.
We will be exploring MUN skill development through exploring the topic of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 14-Life Below Water. See the information below for conference activities.
The Conference will take place at Mount Madonna School, 491 Summit Road, Watsonville. Opening ceremony will start promptly at 9:00 am. Closing Ceremony will conclude by 3:30 pm.
New Delegates
If you are new to Model United Nations, this one day training conference will give you an overview of what MUN is, and the steps you take to prepare for a debate or conference. Absolutely no experience is necessary. At the Training Conference you will learn
about Model UN
about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their importance to the United Nations agenda.
how to effectively research topics, including by domain, as well as reviewing the SDG Data Tracker.
how to develop a policy/position statement
the key components of an opening speech
how to draft clauses for a resolution
how an MUN debate is conducted by participating in a short simulation.
At the end of this one day Training Conference you will be fully equipped to prepare for your first MUN debate. The best way to learn MUN is to DO MUN. Your participation will start you on your MUN journey.
Returning/Experienced Delegates
Whether you have one MUN conference under your belt or are an seasoned delegate, the advanced training track will have something to offer. We hope to offer three options to choose from for experienced delegates.
MUN Debate: Reducing Microplatstics in the Ocean
This will be a full day MUN debate. Students will be assigned a country by mid-September and be expected to submit a one page policy statement on the issue prior to the conference.
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Advocacy White Paper: Strengthening resiliency in the Monterey Bay
In this activity delegates will not assume the role of a country, but rather work in the first person to draft recommendations for ways to improve the health and resiliency of the Monterey Bay. Students will be provided a list of readings of critical issues facing our region, and then draft, via MUN debate style, a working resolution of recommendations. This working paper will be shared with regional leaders and environmental orgs focsed on the Monterey Bay.
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Chair Training: Learn to be a MUN Chair
This will be open to a limited number of students who will learn the skills necessary to run MUN debates. Limit 2 students per school.
Registration Opens September 1, 2023
Schools are encouraged to register early to reserve space and so that students can choose which track and options they wish to participate in.
Conference organizers reserve the right to combine or cancel individual sessions is signups do not reach a minimum threshhold.