yig/kb/writing-resolution.md

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Writing a Resolution

Note: This guide assumes you've already choosen a topic; if not, see Choosing a resolution topic.

The General Assembly, the supreme law-making body of the UN, expresses its intentions and actions as a resolution. In this article, we'll learn how to write one.

A resolution is composed of two parts: the preambulatory (or preambular) and operative clauses. Preambulatory clauses provide background on why your resolution is needed, the problem it addresses, and sets the tone for the operative clauses. Operative clauses are the items of action; they are directives that countries agree to. (Only the Security Council has the power of passing mandatory directives.)