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Getting Started as a Delegate

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Welcome to CHASE! This guide will help you participate effectively in your committee sessions.

Accessing CHASE​

  1. Navigate to the CHASE URL provided by your conference
  2. Log in with your credentials
  3. Select your assigned committee from the dashboard

The Delegate View​

As a delegate, your screen shows:

  • Current Session Status - What's happening now (debate, caucus, voting)
  • Speakers List - Who is speaking and who is queued
  • Timer - Current speaker's remaining time
  • Your Controls - Request to speak, submit motions

Participating in Debate​

Requesting to Speak​

To be added to the speakers list:

  1. Click the "Request to Speak" button
  2. Your delegation will be added to the queue
  3. Wait for the Chair to call on you

When You're Called​

When it's your turn to speak:

  1. The chair will announce your delegation
  2. Begin speaking when the timer starts
  3. Watch the timer for your remaining time

Yielding Your Time​

If you finish early, you can yield:

  • To the Chair - Forfeits remaining time
  • To Questions - Other delegates may ask questions
  • To Another Delegate - Transfer time to a colleague

Making Motions​

To propose a motion:

  1. Click "Submit Motion"
  2. Select the motion type:
    • Moderated Caucus
    • Unmoderated Caucus
    • Closure of Debate
    • Other procedural motions
  3. Fill in the required details (topic, duration, etc.)
  4. Submit for the Chair's consideration

Voting​

When voting begins:

  1. You'll receive a notification
  2. For placard votes, raise your placard when called
  3. For roll call votes, cast your vote when your delegation is called

Tips for Success​

Best Practices
  • Keep CHASE open during committee sessions
  • Check your position in the speakers list regularly
  • Prepare your speech while waiting in queue
  • Submit motions during appropriate times

Next Steps​