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title: "Writing a Resolution"
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*Note: This guide assumes you've already choosen a topic; if not, see [Choosing a resolution topic](./choosing-topic-resolution.md).*
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The General Assembly, the supreme law-making body of the UN, expresses its intentions and actions as a *resolution*.
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In this article, we'll learn how to write one.
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A resolution is composed of two parts: the *preambulatory* (or preambular) and *operative* clauses.
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Preambulatory clauses provide background on why your resolution is needed, the problem it addresses, and sets the tone for the operative clauses.
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Operative clauses are the items of action; they are directives that countries agree to.
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(Only the Security Council has the power of passing *mandatory* directives.)
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As an example, let's assume we're writing a resolution that condemns kicking puppies. (I would hope that you'd agree with the premise; if not -- that's an interesting opinion.) There was a recent puppy kicking event in the country of `Madeupia`, so let's note that:
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> Noting with concern the International Puppy Kicking Event held in `Madeupia` on 22 September 2024, where various kinds of dogs were subject to unconsionable acts of depravity and abuse,
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This is a good example of a preambulatory clause -- it states background for the operative clauses. If someone asked you if people actually kick dogs, this is your response. It demonstrates the necessity of the resolution.
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There also might be past resulutions about animal abuse or dogs, so it might be prudent to mention those, too:
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> Affirming resolution UNEP/5/1, which
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