Position Paper Guide

Directions: Each student is required to pick twoseparate topics and write a position paper for each topic (2 papers total). Each position paper must be at
least one page but no more than 4 pages in length,
typed, and double spaced. Paper should be typed in
New Roman Font, 12. We strongly urge delegates to
organize their ideas into paragraphs. Each paper
must cite its resources. Wikipedia is not acceptable.

Each position paper must respond to the following
questions:

1. What are current problems related to this topic in the world? Please identify at least two.

2. What has caused these problems to exist in the world? Please identify at least two causes for each problem: first, describe how developing nations are causing the problem: second describe how more developed, 1st world nations are causing the problem.

3. What has the United Nations done in
attempting to resolve those problems?

4. What is the position of your country on those
problems?

5. What is the possible position of other countries
in your committee on those problems? Consider
at least two other countries.

6. How should the United Nations resolve those
problems? Make sure that your solution(s)
is/are consistent with your country’s position.

Your first position paper must be submitted before winter break

• For first year delegates: it is strongly recommended that you submit the paper for feedback
• For returning delegates: You can choose to submit it for feedback or turn it into either Mrs. Walker of Mr. Loveless

If you are submitting your papers via e-mail, please send it to one of the following:

Renee: rsbluestarr@gmail.com

Ulysses: usducktape@gmail.com

Elise: smith35173@gmail.com

IF YOU DO NOT MEET THE DEADLINE: Please send your paper to us sometime during winter break. We need to check you off as having it done.

NOTE: The position papers will be reviewed by
your credentialers and will be used to credential you.
As well, these position papers can be used to assist in
drafting resolutions and debate at the conference.

*This information can be found at the website: http://www.oregonmun.org/a11ovw.pdf