Letter From Our Advisor
Dear Honored Delegates,
My name is Elizabeth Hickey and it is my privilege to invite you to the 4th annual American School of Dubai Model United Nations Conference. Our conference will be held on Wednesday, Feb 27th through Saturday, Feb 29, 2020. Providing the best delegate experience has always been our goal, and with committees simulating bodies from around the world, we hope we can offer something that appeals to any MUN participant!
We are excited about this year’s theme “Opportunity: Supporting Solutions to Global Problems.” As the Stanford Social Innovation Review points out, “One of the precepts of social innovation is that innovations are created by people who are willing to look at the world in a fresh way and experiment with unconventional solutions. That’s how new ideas such as social entrepreneurship, venture philanthropy, and impact investing have emerged. And that’s how new solutions such as microfinance, benefit corporations, and fair trade commerce have been created.” ASDMUN hopes to continue to engage delegates who wish to think on their feet.
Part of the excitement of being at ASDMUN is the opportunity to participate in an MUN in a Middle Eastern country, which may be a unique experience for some of you. As you are surely aware, this region has some sensitive rules in order maintain cultural respect.
Below is a legal guide of do’s and don’ts in the UAE:
ASDMUN is more than an event; it is a one of a kind experience providing both our current students and you the opportunity to meet new people, expand the breadth and depth of your knowledge and understanding of the world, and of course, have a great time! Every one of our current ASD students has been a participant of international MUNs. It is this type of dedication and enthusiasm that are the core of Model UN. Our anticipation and excitement for this year's event can only be exceeded by yours. We are confident that ASDMUN V will be outstanding, and we look forward to sharing the experience with you at our 5th American School of Dubai Model United Nations Conference! I look forward to greeting you personally.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Hickey
My name is Elizabeth Hickey and it is my privilege to invite you to the 4th annual American School of Dubai Model United Nations Conference. Our conference will be held on Wednesday, Feb 27th through Saturday, Feb 29, 2020. Providing the best delegate experience has always been our goal, and with committees simulating bodies from around the world, we hope we can offer something that appeals to any MUN participant!
We are excited about this year’s theme “Opportunity: Supporting Solutions to Global Problems.” As the Stanford Social Innovation Review points out, “One of the precepts of social innovation is that innovations are created by people who are willing to look at the world in a fresh way and experiment with unconventional solutions. That’s how new ideas such as social entrepreneurship, venture philanthropy, and impact investing have emerged. And that’s how new solutions such as microfinance, benefit corporations, and fair trade commerce have been created.” ASDMUN hopes to continue to engage delegates who wish to think on their feet.
Part of the excitement of being at ASDMUN is the opportunity to participate in an MUN in a Middle Eastern country, which may be a unique experience for some of you. As you are surely aware, this region has some sensitive rules in order maintain cultural respect.
Below is a legal guide of do’s and don’ts in the UAE:
- Do not write/debate anything that threatens the UAE’s public morals, the principles of Islam or the state.
- Do not post any pictures that contain irreverence to Islam or other religions. Any writing/debates must show respect to the UAE’s leaders, its government and its institutions.
- Do not post anything that belittles or criticises the UAE’s cultural and social customs. No writing/debates containing direct, specific threats of violence against mothers can be published.
- No hate speech – including content containing graphic or gratuitous violence. Always check the source of material you are posting – especially material that you do not own or is subject to someone else’s rights.
- Do not write/debate about people’s private information without getting their consent first.
ASDMUN is more than an event; it is a one of a kind experience providing both our current students and you the opportunity to meet new people, expand the breadth and depth of your knowledge and understanding of the world, and of course, have a great time! Every one of our current ASD students has been a participant of international MUNs. It is this type of dedication and enthusiasm that are the core of Model UN. Our anticipation and excitement for this year's event can only be exceeded by yours. We are confident that ASDMUN V will be outstanding, and we look forward to sharing the experience with you at our 5th American School of Dubai Model United Nations Conference! I look forward to greeting you personally.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Hickey
