PROMOTIONAL HANDBOOKDOMAINS OF WARFARENZ MODEL SECURITY COUNCILUNIVERSITY OF AUCKLANDAUCKLAND29 AUGUST - 1 SEPTEMBER 2012 www.unyouth.org.nz

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For more information on the part you can play in this extraordinary event, contact:Sylvie Admore sylvie.admore@unyouth.org.nz +64 21 266 0508

CONTENTS

4 UN Youth New Zealand

5 The Event: New Zealand Model Security Council 2012

6 Theme: Domains of Warfare

7 Programme

8 Socials

9 Event Goals

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UN YOUTH NEW ZEALANDUN Youth New Zealand is an organisation run by young people

for young people. Through our conferences and events we

provide a platform for youth to address and discuss the global

issues facing us now and in the future.

UN Youth is branch of the United Nations Association of New

Zealand, a member of the World Federation of United Nations

Associations (WFUNA). WFUNA has consultative status to the

Economic and Social Council of the United Nations.

OUR CORE VALUES ARE:

UN Youth believes that young New Zealanders will define the future, locally and globally, through the spirit of the United Nations. With awareness and understanding and by acting with respect and integrity, we will be inspiring global citizens.

RESPECT We identify with communities beyond national borders and understand the role of youth in a globalised world. With an open mind and through shared experiences, we build relationships of trust in our communities.

OPEN-MINDEDNESS We defend the right of everyone to share their opinions and believe that we should respect the views of others.

SPIRITED Our youthful enthusiasm for the rights and dignity of our fellow human beings drives our determination to challenge and change attitudes.

EMPOWERED We are committed to unlocking the potential of youth and equipping them with the necessary skills to excel. Our organisational culture encourages and rewards leadership.

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THE EVENT: NEW ZEALANDMODEL SECURITY COUNCIL 2012New Zealand Model Security Council (NZModelSC) is UN Youth’s premier event for University students. This year’s theme is ‘Domains of Warfare’, dealing with the wide range of technologies used in conflict in the present day. During this unique conference, delegates will address a wide range of issues around modern technology- its influence, benefits and dangers. As the most powerful organ of the UN, the Security Council is an action-oriented forum with the focus being on finding solutions rather than simply initiating political discussion. NZModelSC 2012 will be a challenging, thought provoking conference to fire up delegates’ imagination, emotions and inspiration.

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THEME: DOMAINS OF WARFARE“It has become appallingly obvious that our technology has exceeded our humanity.” ALBERT EINSTEIN

Modern warfare is a constantly changing, multi-faceted challenge for both countries in conflict and countries at peace. New technology has created new domains of conflict which international bodies such as the United Nations must now respond to. Acts of cyber-terrorism, biological arms and extensive theft of intelligence information have made what constitutes an act of war difficult to define. For humanity new technologies not only alter the way we communicate, develop and live but also the way we die.

Then it is not difficult to imagine a technological security crisis arising from non-conventional weaponry and global internet dependency or the use of outer space. Proper management of our technological resources is essential to prevent a crisis in the long run.

Technological literacy is becoming essential for survival in our rapidly-changing global environment. This conference will encourage an appreciation of the influence technological development has over our society. We live on a planet where the flick of a switch can change the world and where wars can be fought, not in years, but minutes.

PROGRAMMEDuring the first two days delegates will be split among five Security Council committees and will represent their country individually. Committees will debate solutions to particular security issues and write a resolution detailing their proposed actions.

The third day consists of a plenary session, with the students representing their member state together as a delegation. The plenary offers delegates the opportunity to work in teams and experience diplomatic problem solving on a wider level.

Guest speakers are an integral part of this conference. They will inform debate as well as inspiring and challenging delegates.

During the conference delegates will also have the opportunity to attend social events each evening and build relationships with their peers whilst enjoying all Auckland has to offer. These include an opening dinner before the commencement of formal debate, committee dinners and a formal dinner.

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SOCIALS

Day 1: Opening DinnerAll delegates and conference assistants will have dinner in town following the opening ceremony – this will be a chance for delegates to catch up with old friends, and meet new ones, before getting down to conference business the next morning.

Day 2: Committee DinnersIn recognition of a successful first day of committee sessions, delegates will be having dinner with their committees at different restaurants within the CBD.

Day 3: Social NightDelegates will spend a night in town enjoying the finest that Auckland City has to offer.

Day 4: BallThe Ball signifies the end of the conference, and will be a celebration of everything that delegates have achieved during their time at the conference. This will be a themed night at a venue in the CBD, with food, drink and music for all.

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EVENT GOALS

1 Inspire young New Zealanders to look critically at the modern world and the technologies which will continue to change it.

2 Give delegates the opportunity to listen to a range of guest speakers who will educate and challenge them.

3 Encourage intelligent, productive debate on technologies ranging from modern medicine to atomic weaponry.

4 To raise interest and awareness of global issues in the next generation of young leaders.

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WHATNOW?TO SEE HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED WITH NZ MODEL SECURITY COUNCIL 2012...

• as a sponsor;

• as a speaker;

• as an organisation, supporting us; or

If you would like to support us in any other way we would love to hear from you!

Please contact:-

Sylvie Admore Communications Officer sylvie.admore@unyouth.org.nz

+64 21 266 0508

Please contact:-

Mathew Rex Registrations Officer mathew.rex@unyouth.org.nz +64 27 644 8888

DELEGATES,

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DETAILS29th August - 1st September 2012

University of Auckland, Auckland

REGISTERRegister via the New Zealand Model Security Council 2012 page on the UN Youth website and we will soon send you all the information you need!

DELEGATE FEEThe Delegate Registration Fee for Model Security Council 2012 will be $180.

Be there because you know that this is one of the most awesome things you will ever do. Natch.

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