WESTERN SYDNEY

Rules & Pre-Work

Draft 2026 Western Sydney MUNA Programme and Manual

Please read these instructions carefully to prepare as a Team for Western Sydney Model United Nations Assembly 2026

If completed Permission Forms for each team member have not already been submitted, please ensure they are submitted via email ASAP.

 

Country Delegations

You will be notified of the 2026 Resolutions and which country you have been allocated by about 4 weeks before the event via email.

Countries will be allocated to teams across  'voting blocs'.

It will be important to know your fellow bloc members so you can form allies to help develop debating tactics.

 

Research Your Country

You are encouraged to do as much research on your country as possible to improve your understanding of the country and its issues that relate to the resolutions for debate.

Use your research to form a stance on each resolution, and propose any amendments to 1-2 resolutions for open debate at MUNA.  Be prepared to argue your position on each resolution and any of your amendments so you can convince the assembly to vote in your favour.

You are also strongly encouraged to adopt their country’s national dress to add to their presentations.  There will be a separate award to the Delegation with the most appropriate / interesting national dress.

 

Indicate your Stance on Resolutions

After the Resolutions have been published, you will receive a Speaking Preferences form:

  • Indicate your stance “For” or “Against” each Resolution

  • Indicate preferences for the opportunity to Move and/or Second each Resolution

It is important you return this form promptly, as early responders are more likely to get the speaking opportunities they desire.

Finally, work with your team to prepare your arguments and ensure all team members have equal speaking rights.