Conference Setup
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This guide covers all aspects of configuring your conference in CHASE.
Conference Settings
Basic Information
Navigate to Admin > Conference Settings to configure:
- Conference Name - Official name of your conference
- Dates - Start and end dates
- Timezone - Default timezone for schedules
- Logo - Upload your conference logo
Authentication
Configure how users log in:
- OIDC Provider - Connect to your identity provider
- Session Duration - How long users stay logged in
- Access Restrictions - IP or domain restrictions
Committee Configuration
Committee Types
CHASE supports various committee types:
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| General Assembly | Large committees with all delegations |
| Security Council | Small, veto-enabled committee |
| Specialized | Topic-specific committees |
| Crisis | Dynamic committees with crisis elements |
| ICJ/ICC | Court-style committees |
Committee Settings
For each committee, configure:
- Name and Abbreviation
- Topics - One or more agenda items
- Delegations - Which countries participate
- Chairs - Assigned chair accounts
- Rules of Procedure - Voting rules, speaking times
Delegation Assignment
To assign delegations to committees:
- Open the committee settings
- Go to the "Delegations" tab
- Select from available delegations
- Set any special permissions
Scheduling
Session Schedule
Create a schedule for your conference:
- Go to Admin > Schedule
- Add session blocks
- Assign committees to time slots
- Sessions will auto-open at scheduled times
Announcements
Send announcements to participants:
- Go to Admin > Announcements
- Create a new announcement
- Select target audience (all, specific committee, role)
- Publish immediately or schedule
Data Import/Export
Importing Data
CHASE supports bulk import:
- Delegations - CSV format
- Users - CSV format
- Committee Assignments - CSV format
Exporting Data
Export data for records:
- Session transcripts
- Vote records
- Attendance data
- Resolution texts
Pre-Conference Checklist
Before Your Conference
- All committees created and configured
- Delegations assigned to committees
- User accounts created and tested
- Chairs briefed on CHASE usage
- Technical equipment tested
- Schedule entered and verified