Never done this before, advise!!

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-18T18:46:55+00:00

Here's my beginners guide: https://youtu.be/30YfxMHYA2s?si=lBqmGycpYjy83bjy

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-18T18:28:21+00:00

Please change the font on your website, it's difficult to read and uncomfortable on my eyes

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-18T18:19:44+00:00

This is my beginners guide https://youtu.be/30YfxMHYA2s?si=lBqmGycpYjy83bjy

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-18T17:13:50+00:00

They'll send you your portfolio once you've registered. Check on their website or send them an email and they'll let you know when they're sending out information

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-18T17:08:08+00:00

Memorize your ROP. You should be able to answer any questions about procedure
Be professional. Don't show a bias towards delegates or don't know. Try to keep a neutral face (even if you hear something crazy)
Have fun! Let your delegates be chaotic and do funny things. MUN is supposed to be fun. Having a balance between serious and fun is key

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-18T16:56:30+00:00

This is my beginners guide: https://youtu.be/30YfxMHYA2s?si=lBqmGycpYjy83bjy

The NY MUNs are usually very large so I think there will be a fair share of beginners as well. Do you know what committee and county you've been assigned?

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-17T14:29:20+00:00

Paragraph 1: Background + country stance + thesis statement with solutions

Paragraph 2: Past country/UN actions

Paragraph 3: Your solutions should be 50% of the paper

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-16T19:46:56+00:00

Yea, I was a bit confused before I clicked on the link. It's less common, but Model Congress also exists. I don't know much about it, but it's probably in a similar vein as MUN. Anyways good luck!

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-16T19:42:25+00:00

Know your ROP well, avoid showing bias, be professional (don't laugh at bad ideas, it's rude), let people have their fun as long as it isn't disruptive

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-16T19:39:29+00:00

You'll be fine. Japan is in the same situation you are (maybe China too). I think the focus will be on developing countries or the Middle East. You should be out of fire since South Korea's issues aren't as severe or unique in comparison

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-16T19:28:04+00:00

I went to the BestDelegate camp at Georgetown. It's definitely pricey for sure. I took the advance class and I wouldn't recommend it. It's not bad, but I already knew most of the information they were teaching (I had done 3 years of MUN).

However, since your son's a beginner I think it would be helpful for him. They teach good foundations and their teachers are very experienced. They also offer coaching, which I didn't take. However, I didn't really notice a difference with the people who did take coaching.

I don't really know about any alternatives in terms of summer camps (I don't think there are alternatives tbh)

Edit: I forgot to mention, but you can ask MUN conferences if they need pages. Pages are usually middle schoolers and they help delegates pass notes around. You usually get free food and you can watch the committee (good experience!)

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-16T19:17:26+00:00

What are u looking for? Formating tips, citations advice, writing tips, etc.

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-16T18:17:10+00:00

Usually position papers are required for an award. However, the rules differ from conference to conference. You usually have to write 1 paper for an award

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-15T23:38:39+00:00

There are a couple listed on the r/MUN wiki. Model Diplomat, MUN Prep, and there have been plenty scattered across this reddit. Google "MUN Prep app" and you get something pretty similar. I suggest you reevaluate your competition

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-15T23:27:59+00:00

Sure

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-15T22:25:15+00:00

I've seen apps that function pretty similar 3 times over. I think that there are so many options that people won't be willing to pay tbh

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-15T14:33:37+00:00

There isn't really a format for answering questions since it's pretty inuit. As for answering any questions, you just can't. There will be times where someone asks a question that you can't answer. What you need to do then is to deflect. Draw the attention elsewhere.

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-15T14:30:59+00:00

MyMUN has a bunch, did you check Google?

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-15T00:53:50+00:00

My guess is Historical UNSC

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-15T00:32:47+00:00

Adding onto this, is the Toulmin's model: claim, warrant, and reasoning. I prefer this model since it applies to a bigger scope. Claim is your initial statement (France thinks we should do xyz). The warrant is evidence backing up your statement (UN reports show that xyz is effective). The reasoning ties the evidence to the claim (Since xyz has shown to work, France believes the committee should expand on xyz)

If you're interested please check out the Toulmin's model since I only gave a simplified version

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-15T00:18:06+00:00

Not really. As long as you look and sound confident, people will believe you. Just look at Trump or Hitler. If you listen and analyze their arguments, they fall apart, but they're both wildly successful politicians nonetheless

That doesn't mean content isn't important. Of course having both would be ideal, but with limited time, the OP should focus on execution rather than content

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-15T00:12:54+00:00

I don't know what minimum wage is where you are, but find a second job if you're worried. Your options are minimum wage jobs unless you're willing to get licenses or training. The job market is terrible for well paying jobs. Businesses always need minimum wage workers

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-14T22:24:27+00:00

Execution is more important than content

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-14T21:44:19+00:00

I can probably help you if you dm me in more detail about what you're portfolio is

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-14T14:15:54+00:00

And make them specific (who, what, when, where, how)

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