Technology Policies

          At HCMUNXII, we are committed to creating a fair, focused, and academically honest environment for all delegates. To uphold these standards, delegates are expected to follow the conference’s technology guidelines throughout their committee experience. During committee sessions, technology may only be used during unmoderated caucuses. At these times, delegates are not permitted to access online research, external sources, or any materials beyond what they prepared before the conference. Technology is allowed strictly for the purpose of drafting resolutions and collaborating on written documents. However, please note that crisis committees will be exempt from this rule, and will be allowed to use their laptops throughout the conference and expected to communicate with other delegates and crisis backrooms staff through Slack. All crisis delegates should also have Slack downloaded on their laptops before the conference day. To maintain transparency, all draft resolutions, working papers, and collaborative files must be shared in real time with the Dais. Any document not shared with the Dais may be considered invalid for committee use. 

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          Outside of formal committee time, delegates are free to access technology and conduct research during lunch and scheduled breaks. However, the conference maintains a firm commitment to academic integrity. The use of any AI tool, including generative AI, automated writing tools, or AI-based research systems, is strictly prohibited throughout any point before or during in the conference. Plagiarism of any kind is not tolerated, and all work presented in committee must be original and reflect the delegate’s own preparation and analysis. Any violations of these expectations will be handled in accordance with HCMUNXII’s academic policies. 

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        These guidelines are designed to ensure that committee work remains equitable, that debate is grounded in authentic understanding, and that HCMUNXII upholds the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. Let this policy help guide delegates toward productive collaboration, meaningful diplomacy, and an enriching Model UN experience.