Unfortunately, this blog post isn't about nuclear energy. Actually, to be honest, it's not really about energy at all (although stay tuned for another post on the resource extraction topic next week!) In the last 3-ish weeks leading up to HSMUN it is normal to experience any combination of the following symptoms: panic, fear, apprehension, anxiety, agitation, distress, despair, terror, trepidation, or uneasiness. you may be thinking: "What did I sign up for? February seemed so far away but now it's here!"
Not to worry. The following simple steps will have you well on your way.
Step 1. Start breathing. It always helps, I promise.
Step 2. Scroll through the UNEP blog posts for the last couple of months to familiarize yourself with your topics and committee.
Step 3. Use any combination of Wikipedia/Google/websites/journals/books/libraries/textbooks to research your country and its perspective on the topics. As we've mentioned in earlier blog posts - don't worry if you can't find exactly what your country thinks about an issue. Instead, think about the bigger picture. For example, responsible extraction of resources involves raising standards, passing new legislation, and potentially rehauling damaging practices and industries. This involves a significant financial commitment for long-term benefit. Many governments, among other things, may have problems with the UN telling them how to spend their money. Moral of the story (for you anyway) - try to expand the topics and look at the greater issues such as environmental/social/economic.
Step 4. Once you think you've got it all down, sit down and write your position paper. We're looking for 1-2 pages (total) on how your country feels about each topic. Remember, the papers are due by Feb. 11. See last blog post for more details.
Step 5. Sit back and enjoy the ride. The conference is only 3 weeks away, so once you're all prepped, get ready to bring your A game, and we'll take care of the rest.
During the conference, expect to experience one or more of the following symptoms: delight, excitement, amusement, enjoyment, fun, adventure, and satisfaction.
That's all for now!
UNEP Dais
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