Amendments

When a delegate submits a resolution, there will be a period after debate time for amendments. Basically, amendments are alterations to the resolution. They can be anything from rephrasing to the addition or abolition of a clause. Once you have submitted your amendment, you will be granted time to speak for the amendment, you will be required to say why you think your amendment should be passed, there will also be a chance for people to speak against your amendment. Voting procedure will require a majority vote for the amendment to pass.

The amendment serves the purpose of allowing a resolution to be strengthened in a positive manner. It means a resolution can be improved and be used more productively. Amendments should be written clearly on a piece of paper and handed to the chair.

How do I write it?

The context of your amendment should be phased coherently and with reference to the section of the resolution you wish to change. It is best to try and keep your amendments short and to the point. You need to make it clear who you, the submitter are. The amendment also requires a second signature from another nation who agrees with the content. It will not be valid if there is no second signature.