Diplomacy & Politics Glossary

An award given to the most outstanding participant in a committee based on diplomacy, knowledge, and procedure.

An accolade recognizing the most skilled and effective delegate in a committee. It reflects excellence in diplomacy, research, and public speaking.

The process of forming alliances among countries with shared interests to strengthen negotiation leverage.

A delegate who organizes and represents a group of countries sharing similar interests or positions within a committee.

A coordinated plan among a group of countries with similar interests to influence debate and voting outcomes.

A delegate appointed or elected to moderate and manage discussions during a caucus, ensuring orderly and productive debate.

The symbolic tool used by the chair to maintain order and indicate the start or end of sessions.

A small mallet used by the chair to call the committee to order or signal procedural decisions.

The chair's action of striking the gavel to call the committee to order or signal the start or end of debate.

An event where delegates campaign and present their case for leadership or awards within a conference setting.

The act of persuading or negotiating with other delegates to gain support for resolutions or positions.

A sign displayed by delegates to identify their country during formal debate and voting procedures.