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Information about The Commonwealth
Information about our CHOGM event
Information about our CHOGM event
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The Commonwealth
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About The CommonwealthThe Commonwealth is an international organization of 52 equal member states whose goal is to improve the lives of its citizens. It is a diverse organization that focus’s on equality, promotion of good governance, economic development, justice, and human rights.
Unlike other international organizations, The Commonwealth gives each and every nation equal say in decision making, basing its decisions off of consensus. Check out some of The Commonwealth's core principles here Find a list of nations here Explore The Commonwealth website here |
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Why Is The Commonwealth important?
If you believe that every nation deserves to be heard on the world stage, no matter how populated, how rich, or how powerful; then The Commonwealth is an organization you need to engage with. The Commonwealth provides every nation a completely equal say in decision making, through consensus.
If you believe that every nation deserves to be heard on the world stage, no matter how populated, how rich, or how powerful; then The Commonwealth is an organization you need to engage with. The Commonwealth provides every nation a completely equal say in decision making, through consensus.
A Model CHOGM
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How will a model
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In a model CHOGM paired delegates will represent one of 53 Commonwealth nations and seek to represent their countries views on our theme.
One delegate (the head of government) will be seated at the table, raising their placard to speak and make their countries opinion known. The other member (the foreign minister) will be able to negotiate with other foreign ministers in the back room to craft amendments that suit the needs of all members at the table. Ultimately delegates should seek to resolve the key issue in the resolution in a way that suits the needs and capabilities of every country at the table, you will need every countries vote in order to pass an amendment or resolution. |
Delegates will need to prepare in advance of the forum to accurately represent their countries views.
We will be providing an abundance of material for delegates, as well as information sessions on our theme and on CHOGM and The Commonwealth. Delegates will be asked to create resolutions in advance of the forum and submit them to be discussed at the CHOGM. Resolutions will be given out to delegates in advance of the forum for preparation to occur, the ultimate goal is to reach consensus that satisfies every countries needs |
Why attend CHOGM on the Rock?
CHOGM on the Rock is a unique opportunity to engage with the world through The Commonwealth, meet young people from across the province, and make lifelong friends. Because beyond the innumerable benefits of representing a nations opinion rather then your own, it is interesting, sometimes funny, and always enjoyable.
CHOGM on the Rock is a unique opportunity to engage with the world through The Commonwealth, meet young people from across the province, and make lifelong friends. Because beyond the innumerable benefits of representing a nations opinion rather then your own, it is interesting, sometimes funny, and always enjoyable.