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Workshop on the Structure, Drafting and Adoption of United Nations Resolutions
Background
While the Charter of the United Nations has often been regarded as the constitution of the Organization, resolutions adopted by its principal organs may be considered as its laws. Hence the need for accuracy, respect of the correct terminology and search for the proper expression. Over the years, United Nations resolutions have acquired a distinctive style. Furthermore, the rules relating to the adoption of resolutions have been supplemented by a number of practices. This workshop aims at providing thorough training on all these topics.
Learning Objectives
At the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:
- Describe the structure and form of United Nations resolutions and decisions;
- Apply this improved understanding and enhanced skills when drafting resolutions;
- Distinguish the rules and practices relating to the adoption of resolutions.
Content and Structure
The workshop takes place over three days and contains the following modules:
- Presentation on the structure and drafting of resolutions and decisions;
- Drafting exercises;
- Discussion on decision-making in the various United Nations organs and the steps leading to the adoption of resolutions.
Methodology
The workshop is conducted by Mr. Jean Gazarian, UNITAR Senior Fellow. Mr. Gazarian, who was for 18 years Director of the Division of General Assembly Affairs, has an extensive knowledge of the procedures and practices related to United Nations resolutions and decisions. In view of the limited duration of the workshop, active involvement of participants is required throughout the course.
Targeted Audience
This course is open to members of the Permanent Missions accredited to United Nations Headquarters and other government officials; representatives of international, intergovernmental, and non-governmental organizations, and other interested individuals.
Additional Information
Members of the Permanent Missions accredited to the United Nations in New York who wish to participate in this workshop are requested to register online at http://www.unitar.org/event/new-york.
The course participation fee is 500 USD. Diplomats from least developed countries (LDCs) and developing countries are eligible to apply for a fellowship. If you wish to apply for a fellowship (fee-waiver), please contact the UNITAR New York Office (info [at] unitarny.org (info[at]unitarny[dot]org)) upon completion of online registration.
Participants may pay individually per course attended, or, for diplomats / officials, their government may wish to cover the costs of an annual subscription. More information about UNITAR’s core diplomacy training (CDT) pricing policy is available at http://www.unitar.org/mdp/cdt.
Important: Upon completion of online registration, applicants will receive an automated invoice, which will allow them to make full payment for their UNITAR course(s), unless a fellowship application is pending. Participation will be confirmed once payment is received. Participants are required to make payment by wire transfer or check. UNITAR reserves the right to rescind an applicant's enrolment at any time in case of non-receipt of payment.
All participants who successfully complete the workshop will receive a UNITAR Certificate of Completion.