1. Respect and Decorum
1.1. General Conduct
1.1.1. All participants must treat each other with respect and maintain decorum throughout the conference.
1.1.2. Disrespectful behavior, including offensive language, personal attacks, or disruptive conduct, is strictly prohibited.
1.2. Formality and Protocol
1.2.1. Delegates should address each other formally, using titles such as “Delegate of [Country]” or other appropriate diplomatic terminology.
1.2.2. All participants must adhere to the rules of diplomatic protocol in interactions,
speeches, and debates.
2. Professionalism
2.1. Expected Standards
2.1.1. Participants must conduct themselves with professionalism, displaying integrity and diplomacy.
2.1.2. Honesty, fairness, and transparency must guide all negotiations and discussions.
2.2. Confidentiality
2.2.1. Participants are required to respect the confidentiality of closed-door sessions.
2.2.2. Sharing sensitive information discussed in private sessions is strictly prohibited.
3. Preparedness
3.1. Research and Readiness
3.1.1. Delegates must come prepared with well researched positions, arguments, and country stances relevant to their assigned roles.
3.1.2. In-depth research on topics, aligned with their country’s foreign policy, is mandatory prior to the conference.
3.2. Active Participation
3.2.1. Delegates are expected to actively participate in discussions, contribute to debates, and propose actionable solutions.
4. Cooperation and Collaboration
4.1. Fostering Collaboration
4.1.1. Delegates must strive to create an environment of mutual cooperation and seek common ground among delegations.
4.1.2. Constructive dialogue and attentiveness to diverse viewpoints are encouraged.
4.2. Negotiation and Compromise
4.2.1. Delegates should be open to compromise and work toward consensus-based solutions.
4.2.2. Solutions should aim to balance differing perspectives while achieving mutual benefits.
5. Time Management
5.1. Punctuality
5.1.1. Delegates must arrive promptly for all committee sessions, plenary meetings, and scheduled events
5.2. Adherence to Time Limits
5.2.1. Delegates must respect the allocated speaking time and avoid monopolizing discussions
5.2.2. All participants should follow the conference agenda and the rules of procedure as directed by the chair.
6. Dress Code
6.1. Professional Attire
6.1.1. Participants are expected to adhere to a formal dress code, such as business attire or traditional national dress, suitable for diplomatic representation.
7. Social Media and Technology Usage
7.1. Responsible Usage
7.1.1. Social media must be used responsibly. Delegates should refrain from posting offensive or derogatory content related to the conference or its participants.
7.2. Restrictions During Sessions
7.2.1. Personal technology use should be limited during committee sessions to ensure active participation and engagement.
8. Compliance and Discipline
8.1. Enforcement of Rules
8.1.1. Violations of this code of conduct may result in disciplinary action, including verbal warnings, formal reprimands, or removal from the conference.
8.2. Authority of Organizers
8.2.1. Delegates must comply with the instructions and decisions of the conferenceorganizers, chairs, and staff at all times.