WIPO deals with issues related to the protection of intellectual property (IP) rights worldwide. In MUN, delegates debate and draft resolutions on topics like patents, copyrights, trademarks, technology transfer, innovation, and the fight against counterfeiting and piracy. The council promotes creativity, facilitates international cooperation on IP laws, and develops frameworks that member states can adopt to support innovation and economic growth.
👉 In MUN, this means debates, drafting resolutions, passing amendments, and voting—all focused on protecting intellectual property rights, encouraging innovation, and addressing global challenges like piracy, counterfeiting, and technology transfer.
Founded in 1967, WIPO has become a specialized UN agency dedicated to protecting intellectual property rights, with 193 member states working together to promote innovation, creativity, and fair use of intellectual property worldwide.
Delegates receive their country assignment and committee placement 4 weeks before the conference. Research packets and training materials are provided to get started.
Delegates research their country's position on the committee topics and write comprehensive position papers, which are reviewed by faculty advisors.
All delegates participate in training sessions to learn parliamentary procedure, resolution drafting, and diplomatic communication strategies.
Debaters engage in moderated and unmoderated caucuses, working to build consensus and draft resolutions on their topics.
Committees vote on draft resolutions, refining and adopting them through collaboration and diplomacy.