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                                         Preparing for the Global Forum

                                              NORTHERN CALIFORNIA


              Delegates should review the following links to help prepare for the Global Forum.

                                       

 

Frequently Asked Questions
 

What will happen at the Global Forum?

bulletInternal Agenda for Delegates (in editable Word version)
bulletView pictures from the Global Forum

How do we prepare for the Global Forum?

bulletReview the "Simulation Guide - Week by Week" for the week before the Global Forum for details.  Scroll to the appropriate page.
bulletAnalyze Proposals - Review all of the proposals and discuss the following questions with your delegation:


Prepare the answer to the following questions. At the Global Forum you will be asked:

bullet"Where do you see similar ideas in the proposals that could be merged with some negotiation?" (Example: several proposals seek to stop the spread of nuclear technology to non-nuclear nations; proposals seek alternative energy sources to combat global warming)
bullet"What broader areas of common ground do you see among Proposals?" (Examples: several proposals seek to have governments be responsible for solving the problem - even if the methods differ)

Be ready to suggest language to merge proposals into a an international resolution that many countries could support.

 

Additional questions for consideration:
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Which proposals do you agree with entirely or in part, and how would they benefit your country? What, if any, changes would you suggest regarding these proposals?

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Which proposals do you not support and why?  What changes can you suggest in order for this proposal to gain your country's support?

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What questions do you have about the proposals?  Make a list. You might have questions regarding items that need clarification, explanations of how a proposal would be enforced, who it would benefit, etc.  Get as many questions answered before the forum through research, email and online conferences, and bring the rest to the Global Forum to ask the delegations directly.  It is critical that you come prepared with questions and comments regarding other delegation's proposals!

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What research do you need to do in order to be better prepared to discuss these proposals?
Research and take notes.  Practice asking questions regarding these issues.

 

 

bulletRead the Guidelines for Negotiation.  These norms will be posted in the breakout room of each delegation.
bulletPrepare Country Nametags, preferably with each delegate's last name in big, bold letters (example: Delegate Rodriguez).  Some countries include their flag or patriotic colors on the nametag.
bulletPrepare and Practice three types of statements:
bulletOpening Statements for the Opening Ceremony:  during the opening ceremony at the Global Forum, each country delegation will make a 2-minute max self-introduction speech, with two delegates speaking for each country. These delegates will sit on stage.  The self-introduction is an opportunity to give the international community a brief insight into what delegates think is interesting or unique about their country's heritage or worldview.  Since there will be plenty of time to discuss specific issues during the breakout sessions, delegates should use the introductory speech to briefly teach us something interesting about their country.
bulletIntroductions by each Delegation/Country: after the opening ceremony, all 8 issue groups will meet separately for breakout sessions. At the beginning of the session, each country (all delegates) will introduce themselves (not by school) and make a brief  statement indicating what they hope to accomplish at the forum - 1 minute maximum per delegation. For example, Delegate #1 says "We are the Delegates from Germany," #2 says "we are honored to be here" and #3 says "and we hope agreements today will help decrease greenhouse gas emissions" OR #3 says "we hope today's negotiations are fruitful."  There will be time to elaborate on the specifics of what Delegates hope to accomplish, later, following introductions.
bulletOpening Statements regarding Proposals: when prompted by the facilitators, delegates should briefly introduce the key ideas and objectives of their Proposal  - 2 minute maximum.  This is also the time to briefly tell other delegations why they should support this solution. Further discussion regarding the proposed solutions will follow these statements.

Delegates should practice ahead of time and everyone should speak during the statements.    During the breakout session, all delegates must stand during their country's Introduction and Opening Statement regarding Proposals.
 

What to wear and what to bring?

bulletCommunique from Simcon
bulletProposals: bring a copy of your proposal for your own use.  It is not necessary to make copies for other countries. A packet with all proposals will be given to each country at the Global Forum.
 

How do we get to the Global Forum?

bulletDirections and parking (including bus parking)
bullet Map of the University of Pacific campus; Faye Spanos Concert Hall, the site of the Opening  & closing Ceremonies, is circled in Blue.  Breakout rooms are circled in Red.  You can zoom in closely to find targeted buildings.  Lunch will be served near Burns Tower in front of Knoles Hall.
bulletMap legend to help find locations.
 

Proposals to be discussed at the Global Forum

bulletEach delegation will have one proposal to discuss at the Global Forum.  Copies will be made by CWHP staff and provided for all delegations at the forum. To view the Proposals by issue, log in to Delegate Central with a country name and password and go to the Proposal Center by clicking on the Proposal menu.

 

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