Japan Metropolitan Model United Nations
Conference 2019
“Diversity” -The Enlightenment of Individuality-Rules of Procedures

Delegate Code of Conduct
Language
The common language is English. Delegates must use English in both formal and informal session inprinciple. Any Japanese or any other language spoken during conference session may be monitored bythe dais. Note passing must not be conducted in any language other than English. Any note found thatis not in English will be collected by the dais without notice. Delegates in need of assistance forEnglish may ask any committee member during conference, and JMMUN staff will be more than
happy to help you.

Pre-written Articles and Note Passing
Delegates are NOT permitted to bring in pre-written notes, draft resolutions, or clauses.​​ Any
prewritten articles found will be collected by the dais. No personal conversation is permitted throughnote passing. Any personal conversation found in the notes will be reported to the dais, and notes will
be collected without notice.

Lobbying
Delegates are not permitted to lobby before committee sessions start. Any lobbying found may bemonitored by JMMUN staff.

Formal Session
No direct dialogue between delegates will be permitted. During POIs and other moments, all delegatesmust wait until the dais instructs the delegate to speak.
Follow-ups are not permitted.
During voting bloc, note passing and any other form of communication between delegates will not bepermitted.
We ask that teacher and chaperones not give advice to their students during committee session.

Name Badges
Delegates must wear their name badges at all times. Name badges are the only identification
recognized by the JMMUN staff and other officials. Badges must be kept visible at all times.

Authority
Delegates must obey instructions from any advisor or conference staff member, both inside andoutside of the committee sessions.

Laptop/Cell Phone Policy
Delegates are permitted to use laptops for writing draft resolutions, but any other electronic device
such as cell phones must be turned off at all times during committee session in principle. ​ConferenceManagement is NOT responsible for lost or stolen property.

TrashJapan Metropolitan Model United Nations 2019
Rules of Procedures

Delegates may use the trash cans in the venue. After each committee session, each delegate is to clean
his/her own area before leaving the room. When using the trash cans in the venue, each delegate must
separate their trash and put their garbage in the correct trash can.

Meeting Room Use
Delegates must respect the meeting rooms or the venue at all times. Delegates found writing on tables
or chairs, or sticking gum on the furniture will be immediately removed from the conference.

Privacy
All delegates must ​sign a contract agreeing to have photos taken by JMMUN staff members andother teachers​​ prior to the conference. These photographs may be in future pamphlets or on theJMMUN website. Those who cannot agree to this will have to report to the JMMUN committee
beforehand. Any delegate not agreeing to these terms will be given a sticker to identify that they shallnot be taken a photo of. Teachers and chaperones may take photos of delegates that have signed thiscontract.

AwardsThe JMMUN committee will acknowledge delegates that do a superb job of representing theircountry. Although awards are presented at the end of the conference, this should not be the sole
purpose of attending a Model UN conference.
Awards will be based on the following criteria
1. Represents assigned country, realistically conveying a thorough understanding of thecountry’s policy;
2. Conducts oneself in a diplomatic manner during formal and informal debate;
3. Shows a willingness to negotiate through the topic for the benefit of the committee;
4. Coneys knowledge of United Nations structure and function;
5. Understands follows and respects the conference rules of procedure;
6. Displays the ability to verbally present a policy, ideas, and questions during committee; and7. Is cooperative with the dais to conduct and smooth and fruitful debate that all delegates canenjoy and take part in.
The following awards will be given;● Best Delegate Award: to the delegation which demonstrates excellence in representation andperformance in conference.
● Honorable Mentions: to the delegates deserving honorable mention for their diplomatic
performance● Position Paper Award: to the delegation with the most well written, well-researched position
paper

Inspired by Global Classrooms International Model United Nations Middle School Conference Conference Code ofConduct, Dress Code, Performance Expectation & Awards booklet 2016Japan Metropolitan Model United Nations 2019
Rules of Procedures