A Short Guide to the General Assembly

Learn how General Assembly committees work, from topic selection to voting. A comprehensive guide to the phases of a General Assembly committee, including choosing topics, forming blocs, writing working papers, merging resolutions, and voting procedures.

JAMUN Staff

January 1, 2024

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