What is a Position Paper?

A position paper is a formal, argumentative essay that presents and supports the delegate's country point of view on a debatable topic using facts, evidence, and reasoning. The primary goal is to inform the committee on the topic and to propose solutions for them to adopt.

Why is it necessary?

First of all, the position paper not only declares the official position where a country stands on a topic, but also helps the delegate to be informed of the topic and in the moment of the debate, inform other delegates on its information. It also contains the solutions, this part is crucial thanks to the fact that this are the actions being propose to later use on the resolution paper (unmoderated debate/caucus).

Do's

Must research and write a position paper about their assigned topic in their committee.
All position papers should include a list of sources written in APA format. All delegates must submit a copy of their position paper
All delegates need to bring two copies of the position paper.

Don'ts

Do not use personal pronouns when refering to your self (I, me, we, us), instead use My delegation and we as a committee.
Do not use informal language, ex. "My delegation thinks its cool and fun to give this solution because..."
Do not forget sources in APA format.