What is a caucus in Model UN?

A caucus is a meeting or grouping of supporters or members of a specific political party or movement. The exact definition varies between different countries and political cultures.

What is a caucus in Model UN?

A caucus, in MUN, is a way to move to a specific aspect of a topic or change the pace of debate. Caucuses are a great way to focus on a specific element of a topic or to begin to form blocs and write resolutions.

American Model UN has two types of informal debate styles called Moderated and Unmoderated caucuses. Understanding the benefits of each type will allow you to have better control of the flow of debate in your committee.

A Moderated Caucuses is a way to Suspend the Rules. Delegates may also raise a motion to “suspend the rules” to propose a moderated caucus. During a moderated caucus, the chair or another dais member will suspend the speaker’s list and choose people to speak for a specified amount of time.