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There is a new proposal on Facebook to celebrate the 100th anniversary of MUN on 13 November. Unfortunately, this proposal is based on factually inaccurate assertions. Since there has been a fair amount of confusion about the history of MUN, this provides a good opportunity to clarify some of this history and to reflect on what Model UN is and what it has become.
All of the information in this article comes from a book I am writing on the history of Model UN. The first part, which will cover the period from 1921-1930, will come out sometime next year.
“Without TRUST, we cannot face the difficult challenges in the world today.”
- UN Secretary General H.E. Antonio Guterres
Has it ever crossed your mind as to why does the Real UN have such limited engagement with Model UN Conferences? Well, such a question definitely did occur to me when I was a newbie.
The answer, as an assumption, is pretty straightforward. Probably it is the lack of accurate reflection of United Nations processes in Model UN Simulations.
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“An oak that is unbending is easily broken in a powerful storm, while a reed bends and leans with the gusts of wind.” - Aesop (The Oak and the Reed)
With the end of the Cold War, the United Nations Security Council’s agenda became busier than ever before, with geopolitical bloc realignments, new States being formed, and the rapid rise of new technologies and ideologies. So, to make sure it remained effective, the Security Council, as the main deliberative crisis-management branch of the UN, devised open and responsive protocols to these new times.
WIMUN New York HS offers great opportunities for every student to try life as a diplomat regardless of what career path you decide to follow. If you find yourself wanting to translate WIMUN into a real job, read on to find out more...
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WIMUN NY HS 2020 brings together a diverse group of delegates from around the world in the heart of New York City. While every conference is unique, there are certain types of delegates that are sure to be in every committee. Take this quiz to find out what MUN stereotype you are! Register NOW: https://wfuna.org/wimun/ny-high-school
Students from around the world come together every year in New York City for WIMUN, the most accurate simulation of the United Nations. Delegates participate in four days of committee sessions in addition to attending training sessions and workshops led by UN diplomats and officials. Outside the committee, delegates have the chance to attend social activities hosted by WIMUN and explore New York City with fellow delegates. Learn more about the WIMUN experience firsthand from a former WIMUN delegate, Wandile Msomi!
Why did you decide to attend WIMUN?
Every year, tens of thousands of students participate in Model United Nations conferences. In cities around the world, diverse groups gather to discuss and draft solutions to some of the most pressing issues facing us today. By participating in Model UN conferences, students form a massive brain trust which puts forward solutions that are both innovative and sometimes unrealistic.
Have you ever found yourself struggling to negotiate, nervous speaking in front of crowds or simply stumped for a good comeback? The skills developed from WIMUN will equip you for these kinds of situations that extend into your professional and personal life.
When students finish WIMUN, they leave not only with an amazing experience but also with skills they will utilize for the rest of their life. Whether participating as a delegate or as a secretariat member, participants often leave with improved communication and research skills, a greater understanding of international processes and diplomacy, and a new outlook on their future.
WIMUN Geneva 2019 is offering an array of stimulating simulations ranging from the Human Rights Council to the International Labor Organization! This quiz will give you an indicator as to which simulation best reflects your personality and individual aspirations.
You are a delegate at the Security Council. Suddenly, you are called to speak at a press stakeout. You have the opportunity to explain to the world, through the media, what the Security Council’s agenda is on a given issue. Camera lights are flashing, it is your time to shine, and show what part you have played in the intense debate at the Security Council table.
WIMUN New York 2019. A place with accurate simulations of committees, eye opening problem solving and developing friendships, but not only. Last WIMUN New York, the conference also hosted a global culture night, called the WIMUN Global Experience.
Being my first International Model United Nations conference, WIMUN was one of the most invaluable and incredible experiences I’ve had so far. Whilst I was originally assigned delegate of the United Arab Emirates, I was privileged to be elected by my peers around the world as Chair of the United Nations General Assembly. This was a fantastic opportunity for me to utilise my previous public speaking skills chairing Gold Coast City Junior Council Executive Committee meetings and my leadership experience as Mayor’s Student Ambassador.
Like most things, dining in Geneva can get quite expensive. Despite the exorbitant prices, if you search hard enough you will find a few places tucked around the city that will offer you great food at reasonable prices. In case you want to avoid blowing all of your travel money on an expensive burger in Geneva, here are a few of the most affordable restaurants and cafes you need to visit.
1. Jet d’Eau: One of Geneva’s most famous landmarks, this fountain is one of the tallest in the world and sits on the shore of Lake Geneva. Originally built in 1886 it was built to release excess hydraulic pressure of a nearby plant. While originally located on the plant, it became so popular it was moved to the center of the lake. Today, it pumps around 500 liters of water per second and reaches the height of 140 meters.
The term melting pot was coined in 1908 by Israel Zangwill. It was first used as a metaphor to describe the union of many nationalities, cultures, and ethnicities. New York City is a place where over 800 languages are spoken and is the quintessential melting pot. The city consists of 5 boroughs: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island each with its own unique diversity of people. Not one culture dominates the others, they all blend together to create something that is more than the addition of its parts.