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IMUNA Resources

 

The International Model United Nations Association prides itself on the unparalleled resources offered to all our participants. From a detailed guide on how to craft an effective position paper to a concise review of the Rules of Procedure, this page contains many of the tools delegates need to succeed at an IMUNA conference. For information on specific committees, delegates are encouraged to contact their Directors. Please consult the staff contact list for the specific conference and committee. 

Background Information

Research and Preparation:
An introduction to Model United Nations research techniques and resources, as well as NHSMUN-specific preparation strategies for teams and individuals.

Position Papers:
Contains critical information on the substantive and logistical requirements of NHSMUN position papers. This short overview is a must read prior to writing a position paper.

A Guide to Participation in a NHSMUN Committee Session
Helpful tips and guidelines on how to participate effectively in committee at NHSMUN. Discusses communication, negotiation, and writing skills, as well as resolution format and basic procedure in committee session.

Rules of Procedure:
The complete rules of procedure used at the NHSMUN conference, complete with comments on implementation and execution.

A Brief History of the United Nations:
A general introduction to United Nations Nations history.

A Glossary of Useful Terms:
Delegates may notice a variety of new terminology as they read their Background Guides and prepare for the conference. This glossary covers some of the most frequent terms and concepts.

A Guide to UN Symbol Documentation:
The United Nations organizes publications and other documentation using a basic format, detailed in this document.

Research Guides

Looking for a place to do research? The UN has depository libraries around the globe and across the US. Depository libraries hold official copies of UN committee reports, treaties, resolutions, speeches and other resources hard to find anywhere else.


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Faculty Resources

Classroom to Conference:
This extensive handbook guides teachers through the entire MUN process. Chapters cover topics like how to start a MUN club, how to raise funds, how to prepare for a conference and instructions on in-classroom committee simulation.