1.  Venir vestidos apropiadamente

2.  Venir preparados para debatir con seriedad

3.  Traer papel y pluma o lápiz para tomar notas

4. Traer sus lap tops o ipads para investigar durante los recesos.  NO SE PODRAN UTILIZAR DURANTE EL DEBATE.

Suerte!

“No great advance has ever been made in science, politics, or religion, without controversy”
-       Lyman Beecher

“It is not he who gains the exact point in dispute who scores most in controversy — but he who has shown the better temper.”
-       Samuel Butler

“The aim of argument, or of discussion, should not be victory, but progress”
-       Joseph Joubert

Dear Delegates, this is it! The time for debate has come. You are as of now either a diplomatic delegate from a sovereign nation located in the Americas, a defendant or a claimant in an International Court of Justice, or an Agent in favor or against the controversial topic of abortion. You will represent a significant position in a very important discussion, in which you must contrive creative and feasible solutions to resolve the issue at hand. Through cooperation and healthy competition, you will find yourself immersed in a fascinating discussion. FAIP 2012 will undoubtedly prove to be an extraordinary life experience, an invaluable opportunity to voice your opinions on international issues and problems, and an exceptional occasion to develop your public speaking and negotiation skills. Moreover, if you succeed in your respective committees, you will be given the opportunity to participate in highly-competitive international debates organized by prestigious universities, including, but not limited to, HACIA Democracy (Organized annually by Harvard University). Be certain to make the most out of this experience, as everything FAIP can teach you will prove to be a tremendous asset in all your future endeavors.

Good Luck!