Etiquette

Dresscode

During committee sessions and at the opening and closing ceremonies, delegates must wear western business attire, or the traditional dress of the member state they are representing.
Western business attire consists of a dark coloured suit and tie for men, and smart trousers/skirt and blouse for women. Traditional dress should be carefully researched and delegates choosing this option should show full respect for the customs of that member state. Trainers, jeans or T-shirts displaying slogans or brands are not permitted.
At all times, delegates must dress in a respectful manor that does not cause offence to other delegates or the secretariat. Delegates may, if wearing business attire, display subtle country symbols, for example small pin badges of the flag of the member state represented.
Casual wear is suitable (and encouraged!) for all non committee/ceremony occasions, however delegates are advised that the social programme may finish late and that Cambridge in March can be quite cold.

Modes of Address

All references to other speakers during debates should be in the third person, e.g. Points of Information should begin with a phrase such as: "Is the Speaker aware that...", and not "Do you think..."

Other phrases to be used include:

Duties of Delegates

During the conference, each delegate has the duty to:

UN Delegates do not have the authority to declare wars on other countries. Neither do you. If you do, you may be expelled by the chair. Of course, if your country is at war with another country, you should conduct your diplomacy accordingly, while remaining civil at all times.

Lobbying

Before resolutions are debated, you will need to raise support for them from other countries. You are encouraged to make deals with other countries, and to involve yourself in diplomatic negotiations. This should gain you enough support to be able to pass your resolution. Note passing and written communications can help this process of gathering support.