1. Youth of United Nations Association Tanzania
UN Report 2012 Report

2. Theme: “Rio+20 and Sustainable development: Advancing Human Progress in Harmony
with nature”

3. List of Acronyms
MUN Model United Nations
YUNA Youth of the United Nations Association
UNCTN UN Clubs Tanzania Network
UNA United Nations Association
UNDP United Nations Development Program
UNIC United Nations Information Center
UN United Nations
AU African Union
NGO Non-Governmental Organization
CSO Civil Society Organizations
WFUNA World Federation of United Nations Association
WFUNA-Youth World Federation of United Nations Association-Youth
GA General Assembly
EARMUN Eastern Africa Regional Model United Nations

4. Acknowledgement
The project team extends a thankful hand to the UN System and its agencies for not only
supporting the Tanzania Model UN General Assembly but also for their work focused on
achieving the Sustainable Development and especially towards Rio+20 which was the
primary focus of the conference.
The project team also expresses its sincere gratitude to various stakeholders in the country
who are working on Sustainable Development supported the TMUN 2012 in one way or
the other. YUNA extends its genuine appreciation to the United Nations system in
Tanzania particularly United Nations Information Center (UNIC), United Nations
Association (UNA) as a partner organization, United Nations Communication Group
(UNCG) for their efforts in making the event a success.
Special thanks to the Deputy Speaker of the Tanzanian Parliament, Hon. Job Ndugai who
agreed to attend and officially open the conference. Also we would like to thank the
Parliament of the United Republic of Tanzania for providing the venue and facilities which
were used during the conference. Also we are grateful to Ms. Audrey Njelekela, Dodoma-
TACAIDS Regional Coordinator who officially closed the conference.
The contribution of heads of schools and institutions who allowed their students to
participate in the 2012 TMUN also is highly recognized. Lastly but not least, we sincerely
thank our members and participants of YUNA and TMUN respectively for always
supporting our endeavors in furthering the UN Agenda.
Anyone else, who in a one way or the other helped in making this Model UN Assembly a
smooth experience, is also appreciated.

5. Executive Summary
The fifteenth Tanzania Model United Nations (TMUN 2012) took place in Dodoma at Pius
Msekwa Building from 31st March to 2nd April, 2012. TMUN is one of the largest youth
gatherings in the country which brings young people from across the country together.
Organized by the Youth of the United Nations Association (YUNA), TMUN 2012 was one
of the successful 15 Model UN’s which earlier focused on various issues such as Peace and
Security, Climate Change etc.
The 2012 TMUN was officially opened by the Deputy Speaker of the Tanzanian
Parliament, Hon. Job Ndugai. The guests’ panel, during the opening session included Mr.
Edward Lwidiko (YUNA Chairperson), Mr. Phillip Musiba (UNIC Representative) and
Mr. Adam Anthony, the President of the 2012 MUN General Assembly and the TMUN
Conference Coordinator, Ms. Nicey Munisi a representative from the Palestinian Embassy.
Also the 2012 TMUN was attended by youth activists such as Mr. Lawrence Chuma and
Reynald Maeda from United Nations Association (UNA), Mr. Humphrey Polepole and
Ebben Msuya from Tanzania Youth Coalition, Ms. Angela Damas and Rebecca Muna from
Citizen’s Global Platform, Hanifa Kiluwa from the Ministry of Development, Gender and
Children, Mr. Kimeu Mutua from UNEP Kenya.
The conference was highlighted by a number of Committee sessions and General Assembly
sessions, a vibrant and exciting cultural event, an official opening ceremony and a closing
Ceremony. This MUN General Assembly carried a special feature where delegates
represented various countries at the general assembly and applied the Rules of procedures
in line with those of the United Nations.

6. At the end of this conference, youth realized the achievements, opportunities and
challenges ahead of us to achieve sustainable development. The meeting was then closed
by Ms. Audrey Njelekela, Dodoma-TACAIDS Regional Coordinator who also took part in
awarding the best delegates of the 2012 Model UN.
Background of the Model UN
Model United Nations General Assembly (MUN GA) is an authentic simulation of the UN
General Assembly by young people, which is conducted in various parts of the world,
aiming to foster young people’s understanding of the UN and its processes and enhance
their skills in leadership, diplomacy, research and negotiations among others.
Model UN’s has evolved to become one of the critical youth forums all over the world. In
the model UN, students get a chance to develop researching, presentation and
communication skills. It also introduces an idea of being diplomatic in decision making and
peacefully reaching a common consensus.
In Tanzania the Model UN has been organized by YUNA for the past 14 years, YUNA first
conducted the UN Model General Assembly conducted in 1997. The subject was Poverty
Eradication. The 2012 Model UN General Assembly was held in Dodoma. YUNA has also
been jointly organizing the Eastern Africa Regional Model UN (EARMUN)
Youth UN-Model General Assembly has attracted the public and the media attention, and it
has continued to do so. For over 50 years now, all over the world, students have benefited
from the national model United Nations assembly and enjoyed this interactive learning
experience that not only involves young people in the study and discussion of global issues
but also encourages the development of skills useful throughout their lives such as;
 Researching
 Writing

7.  Public speaking
 Consensus building
 Conflict resolution
 Compromise and cooperation
Background of the theme
Rio+20 is the short name for the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development
to take place in Brazil, in June 2012. It is a historic opportunity to define pathways to a
safer, more equitable, cleaner, greener and more prosperous world for all. Twenty years
after the 1992 Earth Summit in Rio, where countries adopted Agenda 21, a blueprint to
rethink economic growth, advance social equity and ensure environmental protection; the
UN is again bringing together governments, international institutions and major groups to
agree on a range of smart measures that can reduce poverty while promoting decent jobs,
clean energy and a more sustainable and fair use of resources.
Rio+20 is a chance to move away from business-as-usual and to act to end poverty, address
environmental destruction and build a bridge to the future. Over the last two decades, there
have been many examples of successful sustainable development in fields such as energy,
agriculture, urban planning, and production and consumption.
This year’s Tanzania Model UN, is centred on sustainable development since the right
to development implies improvement and advancement of economic, social, cultural
and political conditions. It is impossible to separate the well-being of the human person
from the well-being of the earth. Therefore truly sustainable development places just as
much importance on the protection of the earth and of the earth’s resources. International
documents that include the environmental aspect of development affirm and reaffirm that
human beings are at the centre of concern for sustainable development. They are entitled to
a healthy and productive life in harmony with nature.

8. As the goal of sustainable development is to permanently improve the living conditions of
human beings, political, social and economic developments must be carried out in a way
that is environmentally and ecologically friendly ensuring the continuous rejuvenation and
availability of natural resources for future generations.
TMUN Sustainability
The sustainability of the 2012 Tanzania Model UN (TMUN) is anchored on;
 Supporting the efforts of young people and youth organizations who are advocating
in the course of attainment sustainable development.
 TMUN will continue to be an annual event, providing forum for continuation of
discussions and activities that will be started and or continued by this conference in
particular.
Observed Outcomes
Several outcomes were observed during the 2012 TMUC conference. The outcomes
observed act as a catalyst for the continuation of holding the future TMUN(s)
 Awareness and understanding of young people who attended the conference on the
sustainable development and Rio+20 progresses in Tanzania has remarkably
increased.
 The adoption of an outstanding Final Resolutions entailing what young people have
decided to do to contribute to the efforts towards achieving the sustainable
development.
 Enhanced partnerships that will involve young people in ongoing reforms and
processes that are dedicated towards achieving sustainable development.

9. Monitoring and evaluation
The 2012 MUN conference was monitored by the project team headed by the conference
coordinator. Also the conference was evaluated at different levels;
 Organizational Level
YUNA held a meeting on the last day of the event to evaluate successes and challenges that
have been faced in the course of organizing the 2012 TMUN.
 Participant level
Participants were provided with evaluation forms by the organizing committee to evaluate
the coordination of conference. Responses showed several weaknesses in the first day,
which were contained in the followed days.
 Observer level
Several participants attended the meeting as observers and they also commented on the
whole organization of the conference. The outcomes of all levels of evaluation are to be
used in further improvements of organizing the coming model assemblies.