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QMUN 2007 is dedicated to providing delegates with training and support prior to the conference. Our experienced panel of Committee Chairs and Vice-Chairs has constructed detailed delegate packages. Please take advantage of these resources as a foundation for further research on your committee topics.
United Nations Security Council The Security Council has the primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security. There are 15 Council members, five of which are permanent members (China, France, the Russian Federation, the United Kingdom, and the United States). The other 10 members are elected by the General Assembly (in which all UN members have a vote) for two-year terms. security_council-_qmun_2007
Historical Security Council The Historical Security Council is a historical re-enactment of past events, in which the Security Council had played a significant role. Portraying the role of a certain country in a specific time, unaware of the future events, and maintaining the mind-set of the said timeframe, will prove to be an incredible experience for all involved.historical_security_council-_qmun_2007
Special, Political and Decolonization. SPECPOL is a committee that discusses any grievances that nations bring before the committee concerning political stability and decolonization. Its goal is to create and maintain peace by examining various special political cases and by implementing resolutions that effectively solve the problem while still respecting national sovereignty. specpol-qmun_2007
United Nations Development Program As part of the UN’s global development network, this organization advocates for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. undp-qmun_2007
Economic and Social Council ECOSOC is responsible for identifying solutions to international economic, social and health problems, as well as encouraging universal respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms. It has the power to make or initiate studies and reports on these issues. With its broad mandate the Council's purview extends to over 70 per cent of the human and financial resources of the entire UN system. ecosoc-qmun_2007
The twenty third session of Queen's Model United Nations will continue its long-standing tradition as Canada's outstanding collegiate Model United Nations. This conference is founded upon the goals of diplomacy and a steadfast commitment to emulate the tenets of the United Nations system. We urge you to familiarize yourselves with the rules of procedure for QMUN 2006 as a means to fully understand the operations of the only legitimate international organization.
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