What are the goals of MUN?

The aim of a MUN is to develop universally acceptable proposals to solve some of the pressing global issues including poverty, health, energy & education, conflict, wildlife & conservation, climate change, imbalanced trade among others.

What you can gain from MUN?

Preparing and participating in a MUN helps students develop leadership skills, research, writing, public speaking, and problem-solving skills. Moreover, coming up with solutions that are acceptable to a majority of the representatives also inculcates skills of negotiation, conflict resolution, and cooperation.

What qualities do you embody to be a successful MUN delegate?

5 Skills Every Delegate Should Learn

• Research. Good research is the foundation of your committee performance.
• Public Speaking. Making great speeches helps you get noticed by other delegates and the chair.
• Team Building.
• Writing.
• Debating.

What is an MUN conference?

At an MUN conference, students work as the representative of a country, organization, or person, and must solve a problem with other delegates from around the world. MUN teaches participants research, speaking, debating, and writing skills, in addition to critical thinking, teamwork, and leadership abilities.

How do you become a strong delegate?

Regardless of your preferred methodology for delegation, here are four strategies that I’ve found work for leaders at all levels.

1. Start with your reasons.
2. Inspire their commitment.
3. Engage at the right level.
4. Practice saying “yes,” “no,” and “yes, if.” This is the art and science of being selective.

What can I expect at a MUN conference?

It typically contains four sections: Background of Topic, Past International Actions, Country Policy, and Possible Solutions. Position Papers are usually due before the conference. The key starting points for researching each section are listed below.

Why do you want to participate in MUN?

Model UN conferences are diplomatic simulations. Respect and cooperation are the fundamentals of the debate. This setting allows every participant to understand how existing international bodies work and the contribution they themselves can make to help solve issues and challenges that affect our planet today.