NZMUN 2018 Conference Booklet

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UN Youth’s premier event returns again and you will be a part of it. Over O ver 4 days you will have the ability to partake in thrilling debate, engaging guest speakers and an all-round inspiring experience, NZ Model United Nations is guaranteed to provide education, excitement and, most importantly, fun. Hosted at Victoria University's Kelburn Campus, you will have the chance to experience a taste of life as a diplomat. Between workshops and simulated committees, you will be given a platform to discuss important topics for the international community. In the process of debate, you will learn more both about the world and their own place within it as a global citizen. Furthermore, alongside 269 other like-minded individuals, you can band together, build friendships, and tackle the world, one problem at a time. It is no doubt you will emerge from New Zealand Model United Nations more equipped to make a difference to your world.







UN+forgettable is a theme that explores those issues that t hat the world tends to forget. Whether it’s the problems of society that slip our minds or conflicts that the media chooses not to cover, the world is much bigger that the same news that constantly gets thrown into our faces. Through this theme, we also seek to the explore the way that the media controls the narrative of world history, the fact that bias can influence events and progress, the ethics that should underpin such a venture. The topics that we will explore range from the nature of weapons flow and what happens to the arms that slip between the cracks, to the concept of cultural erosion and a debate on the nature of what deserves to be preserved. We aim to explore the link between the world’s past and future. All whilst providing delegates with a truly UN+forgettable experience.







NZMUN is an experience like no other. Whether this is your first time attending or your fifth, NZMUN is sure to be a UN+Forgettable experience. Each conference is as unique as the next, bringing its own flare to this prestigious annual event.Over the past 7 months the committee has been working tirelessly to provide an amazing experience. With that being said there are a few things that you can do to make the most out of NZMUN.

Firstly, prepare for committees and plenary sessions. Our Educations Officers and Special Rapporteurs have created some really informative documents that will guide you in finding relevant materials that you can use in debates and discussion. Secondly, be open to meeting new people. There will be an incredibly diverse range of individuals attending NZMUN, people from all different regions and backgrounds. These are the people that will end up either making or breaking your conference, so make an effort to get to know them!













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My name is Hannah and I am your Head Welfare Officer for NZ Model UN 2018! I hope you’re all excited for the conference! It’s important that you take good care of yourself during the conference so that you can make the most of this great experience! Here are a few tips to help ensure you have the best experience possible: Make sure you stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water – there will be places for you to refill your drink bottles at the conference, so make use of them! Get plenty of sleep –it may be tempting to go out and about exploring Wellington and spending time with your friends, but make sure you get a good night’s sleep so that you are well-rested and able to give it your all during the committee sessions and workshops!







The dress code for the event is business formal which means: suits, dresses, blazers, dress shirts and pants, and formal footwear (although please don't wear heels if they're going to be a health hazard!) Make sure to wear layers as wellington has been known to be cold and wet during NZMUN!







The NZMUN Ball is one of the Highlights of the conference. Hosted at Te Papa in the heart of wellington, this is your chance to dress to impress. The Ball is on Thursday night running from 7:00pm to 11:30pm so make sure to plan ahead for transport to and from the venue. A full buffet dinner will be provided on the night . There will also be a coat check there so please dont forget to layer up for the journey.













































NZMUN 2018 Conference Booklet

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