BratMUN Conference

Code of Conduct

The following rules ensure that every participant can experience a professional, respectful, and inspiring Model UN. All delegates, chairs, staff members, and guests agree to these standards by attending BratMUN.

1. General Principles

1.1 Applicability

  • These rules apply to all participants of the Conference, including the Secretariat, Chairboard, Delegates, Ambassadors, and Pages.
  • All participants must adhere to the laws of the Slovak Republic, the European Union, and the United Nations Charter unless in direct contradiction with the Rules of Procedure.
  • Participants must comply with the instructions of the Secretariat and the Chairs at all times.

1.2 Expected Behaviour

  • Participants must demonstrate professionalism and respect towards all other individuals at the Conference.
  • Delegates are expected to debate diplomatically, avoid personal attacks, and maintain decorum throughout all sessions.
  • Harassment, bullying, discriminatory language, or inappropriate conduct will not be tolerated.

2. Dress Code

2.1 Formality Standards

  • Western business attire is mandatory during all official committee sessions and General Assembly meetings.
  • Delegates must ensure their appearance reflects professionalism suitable for a diplomatic environment.

2.2 Requirements

  • Men must wear a suit or formal trousers with a jacket, shirt, tie, socks, and dress shoes.
  • Women must wear a formal dress, or a blouse with a skirt or trousers, accompanied by appropriate dress shoes.
  • Casual attire—including jeans, hoodies, sneakers, and non-formal accessories—is prohibited in official sessions.

3. Language and Communication

3.1 Official Language

  • English is the sole working language of the Conference.
  • Communicating in any other language during sessions or while drafting documents is strictly forbidden.

3.2 Professionalism

  • Diplomatic and respectful language must be used at all times.
  • Vulgarities, insults, slang, or inappropriate expressions—judged at the discretion of the Secretariat—are prohibited.

4. Addressing Protocol

  • Delegates must refer to themselves as “the Delegate,” “the Delegation,” or “the Ambassador” and begin every speech with “Thank you for the floor, Mr./Madam Chair.”
  • Members of the Secretariat and Chairs must be addressed as “Mr./Madam [Title/Chair].”
  • All participants must stand upon the entrance of any Secretariat member into the room and may sit once instructed.

5. Conduct During Sessions

  • Delegates must follow the directives of the Chairs without delay and avoid cross-talk—communication is allowed only through Page Notes.
  • Delegates must attend all scheduled sessions unless excused for valid reasons and actively contribute to debates while respecting time limits.

6. Electronic Devices

  • Electronic devices may be used for research, drafting documents, and communication via approved channels, provided they do not disrupt the proceedings.
  • Playing games, browsing unrelated content, or photographing/recording confidential committee content without permission is prohibited.

7. Academic Integrity and Plagiarism

  • Plagiarism of any form is strictly prohibited. Position Papers must cite their sources appropriately, and delegates may not reuse previous MUN documents.
  • The use of AI tools—including but not limited to ChatGPT—to produce Position Papers, resolutions, or speeches is prohibited.
  • No portion of a Working Paper or Draft Resolution may be prepared before the start of the conference.

8. Page Notes

  • Page Notes are the only permitted form of communication between delegates during sessions and must be written on official paper provided by the Conference.
  • Page Notes must be respectful and diplomatic, and Pages must be treated courteously.

9. Venue Rules

  • Smoking and alcohol consumption are strictly prohibited at all conference venues.
  • Participants must keep the venue clean, dispose of waste properly, and wear ID tags visibly at all times.
  • Food is prohibited inside committee rooms; snacks and meals may be consumed only during designated breaks.

10. Compliance and Violations

  • All participants must comply fully with the Rules of Procedure and this Code of Conduct. Repeated minor violations may escalate to disciplinary action.
  • Serious breaches may result in removal from sessions, loss of awards eligibility, or expulsion from the Conference, and the Secretariat reserves the right to notify a delegate’s supervising teacher or institution.
  • The Secretariat has final authority in all disciplinary matters.

Questions?

If you require clarification on any part of this Code of Conduct, please reach out to the Secretariat for guidance.

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