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LETTERS FROM THE CHAIRS
Greetings Delegates!
Welcome to DAMUN XVII ICJ! My name is Alyssa Pham and I am currently a Junior at Uplift North Hills. This is my second year doing Model UN, but I am super excited to be a co-chair for this year's International Court of Justice. This is my first time chairing, but I’ve learned so much through MUN about diplomacy, debate, and collaboration that I look forward to seeing in this year's conference!
I know that attending your first conference, or even just a conference in general, may be nerve-wrecking but please remember to simply do your best and have fun! Still, don’t forget to thoroughly research your case and prepare beforehand. I look forward to seeing the meaningful debates, thoughtful arguments, and exciting discussions that you all bring to court.
If you have any questions about anything at all, please feel free to email me at alyssa.bc.pham@gmail.com.
-Alyssa Pham
Welcome, delegates, to DAMUN XVI!
My name is Thami Kumanan, a junior at Uplift North Hills Preparatory, and I am so thrilled to be a co-chair for DAMUN XVI’s International Court of Justice. I’ve been in Model UN since freshman year, but this is my first year chairing. I’ve learned so much through MUN, and I can’t wait to learn much more at this conference. I am excited to go on this journey with you and learn a lot along the way! Remember, delegates: to speak about any topic, you have to be well-knowledged about it. With that said, research this year’s ICJ topic very well and be prepared to engage in meaningful discussion.
Whether you are an experienced MUNer or a new delegate, I’m sure we’re going to have a lot of fun debating and arguing this interesting topic. I can’t wait to hear all of your perspectives! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to email me at thamisaroj101213@gmail.com!
I look forward to the thoughtful discussions and diplomacy I hope to see at this conference!
-Thami Kumanan
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