Bob Schmitt, an information systems manager from Montana and a member of the eGroup staff, expanded on the relevancy theme by writing that few people outside the Beltway have time or inclination to think internationally. Relying on volunteers simply isn't going to do it. Kevin Baron of the UNA wrote on the need to update the image of the UN among students. Amnesty International concert in Paris. Mr. Goodfriend mentioned that the IO Bureau was considering developing a web site specifically to interact more effectively with Model UNs.
People participating in the process is the only way for it to take root.
We do not always think of how we can work together at the international level. Forum participants approached the issue of what the vital tasks for the UN in the 21st century should be through discussion of topics for the Millennium Assembly. He asked participants to judge the merit of these topics. There could not be a real discussion about strengthening the UN without addressing these topics. Mr. Wheeler also focused on peace and security issues, arguing for better conflict prevention measures.