The world stands on the brink of catastrophe. A Soviet spacecraft, meant to return two cosmonauts safely home, has instead crash-landed in Alaska, and the United States has taken the astronauts into military custody, claiming they are spies. The Soviet Union calls this an act of war, and tensions are rising faster than a rocket launch. As rumors swirl about the fate of the U.S. Ambassador to Moscow, both nations are preparing for the worst—diplomacy or destruction. Will the United Nations defuse this crisis before it spirals into full-scale nuclear war, or will Cold War paranoia ignite a conflict that culd end civilization as we know it? Secret negotiations, high-stakes military maneuvers, and political intrigue will shape every decision made in this room. The countdown has begun—can diplomacy win the space race for peace, or will this be the spark that starts World War III?
Crisis committees are recommended for experienced delegates or delegates who are confident in fast-paced environments. These committees are constantly evolving and their worlds are directly influenced by the directives and in-committee actions of delegates. Delegates are also encouraged to establish their arcs and push for their characters' goals in a back room setting and find balance between pushing personal and overall committee goals.
Additionally, a joint crisis committee is a unique kind of crisis committee that is composed of two separate groups working towards different goals on the same topic. The two committees have the power to influence one another to a certain degree and delegates are encouraged to consider the motives and goals of the other committee in addition to their backroom arcs and in-committee goals. Each committee is chaired and run as if it were its own, standalone committee.
Successful delegates will demonstrate a well-researched, respectful stance that remains true to their character throughout the committee. Diplomacy, participation in drafting directives, quality of debate, and adherence to parliamentary procedure and Model UN standards will all be accounted for when considering awards. Additionally, extra marks will be given for creativity and problem-solving skills demonstrated in crisis arcs and back room actions.
Background guides for all committees will be released in early December.