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What are moderated caucus topics?
Moderated Caucuses are used to narrow debate to specific parts of the topic- for example, if you’re discussing “Climate Change” as your main topic, you may have a moderated caucus to discuss “Agricultural Impacts of Climate Change”.
What can Disec do?
The General Assembly First Committee: Disarmament and International Security (DISEC) deals with issues relating to disarmament, global challenges, and threats to peace that affect the international community and seeks out solutions to the challenges in the international security regime.
What’s a moderated caucus?
Caucusing: Moderated Caucus: A moderated caucus is a form of debate where the speakers list is set aside, and speakers will be called upon by the chair. This less formal style of debate allows for a freer flow of ideas and exchange between Delegates.
How do you call a moderated caucus?
Typically, delegates who are interested in speaking will raise up their placards and the Chairs will call on delegates to speak one at a time. In order to move into a moderated caucus, the motion must include the overall speaking time, the time per speaker, and the sub-issue to be discussed.
For what reason do you think unmoderated caucuses are generally used?
The general purpose of an unmoderated caucus is to allow immediate and informal negotiation and bargaining, in order to clarify positions and prepare working papers, amendments or draft resolutions.
What does Disec mean?
The Disarmament and International Security Committee (DISEC) is the First Committee of the United Nations General Assembly.
What should a moderated caucus say?
MODERATED CAUCUSES In a moderated caucus, delegates take turns speaking for short durations on a previously specified topic/issue. These speeches are generally less than one minute in speaking time, and 5-10 minutes in total duration.
What is the purpose of a moderated caucus?
A moderated caucus allows delegates to narrow the scope of debate for a short period of time. A motion for a moderated caucus may be made by any delegate, and a motion must include a time limit for the caucus, a speaking time for the caucus and the purpose for the caucus.
Are there points of information in moderated caucus?
During the moderated caucus, there are no points of information and yielding of the floor is not required. Motion to extend the Moderated Caucus: After the end of the moderated caucus, in case the floor remains open to points and motions, any representative may propose a Motion to Extend the Moderated Caucus.