November Edition
Welcome to the second edition of our TIMUN newsletter! November has been a busy and exciting month, with conferences, events, and socials. We’re proud of how far the TIMUN society has come and can’t wait to share more updates with you!
-Ooreoluwa Obasola
November Recap: A Month of Achievements & Festivities!
November was a month full of great achievements and festive joy for TIMUN. Our delegates took part in two conferences, OxIMUN and KAMUN, where several received highly regarded awards. We also organized a unique professional event with two Europol veterans, who told us about their work within the EU. The Christmas Workshop, organized by the Christmas Council, had the delegates work together to find the solution to the disappearance of Santa. In addition, our MiniMUN provided opportunities for delegates who could not participate in the larger conferences. To end the month, we had a potluck with dishes from all over the world, a Secret Stitch, and had a lot of fun ice skating.
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Potluck+Iceskating+Secret Stitch
29th November
Member Spotlight: My experience as a delegate at OXIMUN
In This Month’s Member Spotlight we are excited to share an article by one of our members: “My Experience as a Delegate Within the Crisis Committee at OXIMUN”.
He attended OXIMUN 2024 in Oxford, stepping into the intense and exhilarating world of the 1911 Asian Crisis Committee. In this article, he shares how the crisis format challenged his usual MUN strategies, offering a fresh perspective on debate and diplomacy.
From embodying the fiery rhetoric of Bal Gangadhar Tilak to navigating alliances and intrigue, He recounts the thrill of stepping into character and battling for his cause—an experience worlds apart from traditional MUN committees. Keep reading to discover why he believes every seasoned delegate should try a crisis committee!
Culture Corner- Iceland Uncovered
Explore three fascinating facts about the Icelandic Culture!
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Christmas Festival
In Iceland, Christmas isn’t just about one Santa – there are 13 Yule Lads! Each one visits kids for 13 nights before Christmas, leaving small gifts or pulling playful pranks. For example, one Yule Lad might steal your sausages, while another leaves a gift in your shoe!(gifts for 13 nights in a row)
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Winter Festival
Every winter, Icelanders gather for the Þorrablót festival, where they enjoy traditional dishes like boiled sheep’s head and fermented shark. These old-school foods are meant to honor Norse gods and the country’s ancient heritage – but don’t worry, modern preservation methods make these treats less intense than they sound!
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Naming System
The Icelandic naming system is quite unique! They use a patronymic system where your last name is based on your father’s first name. For example, if your father’s name is Jón, you’d have the last name Jónsdóttir (daughter of Jón) or Jónsson (son of Jón). This means siblings of different genders will have different surnames!
Delegate Of The Month
Each month, we celebrate a standout member who has shown exceptional dedication, leadership, and diplomacy skills. This November, we are proud to announce Bernardo Dantas as our Delegate of the Month!
Through his active participation in workshops and our MiniMUN, where he demonstrated significant personal growth and fully englufed himself into the country he represented he has displayed the skills of a model delegate.
Meme of the Month
Timun Edition
We were privileged to have had so many memeable moments this month. From the hundreds of memes our members have created, we’ve chosen two hilarious memes that essentially capture this November.
MiniMUN
Workshop Week 13: Christmas Council
How to be an Outstanding Delegate
Ever wonder what it takes to stand out in a Model UN conference? We’ve spoken to Timun's award-winning delegates to bring you their top tips for being an outstanding delegate. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, these insights will help you take your delegate game to the next level.
Oscar Skyes
Best delegate at KAMUN
"Your goal in MUN is not to win the argument/debate but instead ensure that both your country and the committee's goals are realised. So for the entire debate I am essentially trying to figure out what everyone wants and needs, which then allows me to see who my allies are, who my opposition is and who can be swayed and convinced to come to my side".
Robert Valentin
Honourable mention at KAMUN
"I have truly listened to other delegations concerns and tried to pinpoint where can we find common points".
Giorgios Emilios Demitriou
Best delegate at OxiMUN
"I believe that I distinguished myself from other delegates by committing to my policy and narrative. I spoke as often as I could, and reenforced my points with every speech, which paid off in the session’s outcome".
Natalia Beboshvili
Honourable mention at KAMUN
"True diplomacy isn’t about agreeing with everyone or following the loudest voice. It means thinking critically, standing by your principles, and knowing when to compromise without giving up what matters. Negotiation isn’t surrender it’s finding balanced solutions while staying true to your role. Diplomacy is about strategy, purpose, and thoughtful engagement, not folding under pressure".
Raissa Sidat
Best delegate at KAMUN
"Play a key role in the formation of the resolution! If your points are controversial or you are not getting your key points across in the mainstream working paper, its okay to write your own working paper so that delegates can better understand what you want and then encourage discussions of meringue working papers to allow for a joint resolution".
This Month In History
November is full of pivotal moments that have shaped international relations. Here's a quick guide to the some important events that remain relevant today:
November 1, 1952 – U.S. Explodes First Hydrogen Bomb
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This event triggered global debates on nuclear arms control, still central to security discussions.
November 1, 1995: First All-Race Local Government Elections in South Africa
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The first all-race local government elections took place in South Africa, marking the end of the apartheid system.
November 4, 1979 – U.S. Embassy Hostage Crisis Begins in Tehran
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It was a defining moment in international diplomacy, impacting the U.S.-Iran relations.
November 10, 1997 – Kyoto Protocol Adopted
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It sets a global framework to combat climate change, a core issue in international environmental policy.
November 17, 1993 – Oslo Accords Signed
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A breakthrough in the Israeli-Palestinian peace process, relevant to ongoing Middle East peace negotiations.
November 29, 1947 – UN Votes on the Partition of Palestine
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Sparked decades of discussion on self-determination, sovereignty, and Middle Eastern conflicts.
Upcoming Events: What's next for Timun Society?
Stay tuned for an exciting lineup of events this month!
Christmas Movie Night
6th December
Thank you!
Thank you for reading this month's newsletter! As we close out the year, we wish you a joyful and relaxing holiday season filled with festive cheer.
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