YMCA Model UN - Burlington County, New Jersey

Committee Description

Every year the YMCA Model United Nations Program distributes a paper describing the events of the conference and produces a conference PowerPoint slide show based upon digital pictures taken during the conference. The paper is distributed at the conclusion of the conference and reports on the different topics of debate that occurred in the various committees as well as social events. Several dedicated students, whose role is to ensure the production of the paper and slideshow, staff the Press Corps. Several delegation advisors are assigned to manage the Press Corps and assist in the development and distribution of the paper. At least one student from the Press Corp will be selected to attend National Affairs as a press delegate. Students wishing to participate in the YMCA MUN Press Corps should demonstrate a degree of proficiency in writing, editing, and familiarity with digital photography and/or powerpoint. Delegations are encouraged to bring at least 1 Written and Video Press Delegate.

Written Press Assignments

SAMPLE WRITE-UP - Due December 1st

The Write-Up will include a news article and a blog entry about a current event in international politics.  This could be a story about recent decisions in the UN, conflicts overseas, or US relations with any other nation.  The article should be between 250-500 words, completely factual, neutral, and present all sides of the issue.  You will not be expected to have quotes but they are encouraged.  The blog entry is a forum for you to express your views on the story of your choice and should be opinionated. It must also include facts that support your opinion and be between 250-500 words.


BREAKING NEWS ARTICLE - Due December 1st

Based on a Press Release provided by the Editor, delegates will cover a current breaking news world crisis. Written Press delegates will then write a Breaking News Article based on both the information provided and their own research. This article must represent all sides of the story, be between 250-500 words, and be completely factual and representative of all sides of the issue.

Video Press Assignments

POWERPOINT - Due December 1st

Delegates must make a 10 slide PowerPoint presentation about an international event or conflict of their choice. This presentation should include bullet points outlining the facts of the event with background information and a description of the people and countries involved. Your PowerPoint should have pictures, animation, and embedded videos if possible (relevant to the event/conflict you choose).

DELEGATION VIDEO - Due December 1st

The Delegation Video is a maximum three-minute video introducing your delegation to the conference which will be posted on the Y-MUN website prior to Conference. The video should include information about your school (or “delegation”), the students in your program, and the countries you will represent during Conference. Creativity encouraged.

Sample Delegation Videos from 2010

Dulaney High School
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Community YMCA
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Westfield HS
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