Model United Nations Terms

A specific action made by delegates to direct debate in a certain direction.

• Resolution

• Decorum

• Motion

A debate format that allows delegates to make short comments on a specific sub-issue.

• Moderated Caucus

• Unmoderated Caucus

• Open Forum

• Panel Discussion

Different groups that have similar ideas and opinions about the topics.

• Tribes

• Clans

• Blocs

• Cults

A debate format in which delegates can leave their seats to go and talk to others freely and informally. This is usually when delegates find allies and work on draft resolutions.

• Unmoderated Caucus

• Moderated Caucus

• Parliamentary Debate

• Open Forum

Order in committee. If delegates are being loud or disrespectful, the chair may call this to call their attention during committee.

• Protocol

• Civility

• Etiquette

• Decorum