Lessons from the MUN Institute: Confidence in Speaking
Whether delivering opening remarks before a whole committee or speaking to a whole bloc about a merger, public speaking is one of the central skills any delegate needs in order to participate in Model...
View Article(Wo)MUNecdote: Inclusivity, MUN, and Getting the Conversation Started
This article is written from the first person perspective of Genevieve Pool, Editor of Best Delegate Content and Georgetown’s Director of Team Affairs. In 2016, we advertised ChoMUN’s new forum on...
View ArticleBUSUN XXII: Recap
From November 9th to 11th, 2018, delegates throughout the United States traveled to Rhode Island to attend the 22nd session of the Brown University Simulation of the United Nations (BUSUN). With an...
View ArticleInternational Women’s Day: How Laurabeth Promotes Gender Equality Through...
Every year on March 8th, communities around the world celebrate International Women’s Day. This global holiday recognizes the importance of gender equality, as well as the importance of empowering...
View ArticleMUNI Highlight Series: Guide to Crisis Documents
One of the most important aspects of participating in a crisis committees is the amount of paper you push. Of course, it’s important to generate a large volume of documents, but keep in mind the idea...
View ArticleResearch As Seen At BDMUNC
Research can be an intimidating stage for many beginner delegates. Proper research skills are typically not introduced to students in school until later in high school. Without adequate research,...
View ArticleModel UN for English as a Second Language Learners
Model UN is used by thousands of delegates worldwide as a way of learning and improving their English language skills. However, typical conferences with a focus on competition and awards can be an...
View Article6 Sources to Check Before Every Model UN Conference
Participating in Model United Nations requires a lot of skills – public speaking, negotiation, debate, problem-solving, and more. Most of these skills are utilize during committee sessions, but one...
View ArticleHow Model UN Can Help You Survive College
Four years ago, the course of my life changed forever when I received my first college acceptance. Like many people, I wrote about Model United Nations in many of my college essays, and I recommend...
View ArticleModel UN 101: How to Give the Perfect Opening Speech
Whether you’re a Model UN newbie or a seasoned veteran, public speaking is a skill that we can always continuously hone and improve. It’s a key aspect of MUN that is at the heart of the activity – as...
View ArticleHow to Find the Best NGOs to Support Your Model UN Solutions
It happens in every Model United Nations committee – a delegate will say that they will enlist the help of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to support the solutions outlined in their...
View Article5 Ways to Figure Out Your Country’s Policy for Any Model UN Topic
Model United Nations conferences start way before opening ceremonies – they actually start when delegates are researching for their committees! Whether the topic is nuclear disarmament or climate...
View Article4 Things to Consider When Starting a New Model UN Conference: Part 1
This guest article series was written by Nickolas Harris, the Director and founder of the international MUN conference, the Global Education City Model United Nations (GECMUN) conference held on Jeju...
View ArticleAnnouncing MUN Institute Programs at U.C. Irvine!
Here at the MUN Institute, we’re gearing up for Summer 2019 by adding even more awesome programs to teach middle- and high-school students everything there is to know about Model UN! Back by popular...
View ArticleAnnouncing Our New Guide: Conference Selection Strategy!
We are so excited to announce an updated relaunch of one of our most popular guides – Conference Selection Strategy. This free guide is chock full of great tips and strategies on how to choose the...
View Article4 Things to Consider When Starting a New Model UN Conference: Part 2
This guest article series was written by Nickolas Harris, the Director and founder of the international MUN conference, the Global Education City Model United Nations (GECMUN) conference held on Jeju...
View ArticleResolution Writing in Model United Nations: Common Mistakes and How to Avoid...
Resolution writing is an indispensable skill for Model UN delegates especially given the fact that resolutions are an essential part of almost all committees in all formats of Model United Nations....
View Article4 Things to Consider When Starting a New Model UN Conference: Part 3
This guest article series was written by Nickolas Harris, the Director and founder of the international MUN conference, the Global Education City Model United Nations (GECMUN) conference held on Jeju...
View Article4 Things to Consider When Starting a New Model UN Conference: Part 4
This guest article series was written by Nickolas Harris, the Director and founder of the international MUN conference, the Global Education City Model United Nations (GECMUN) conference held on Jeju...
View Article(Wo)MUNecdote: Fighting The Not-So-Secret Boys’ Club of Model United Nations
Guest Article by Darya Foroohar If you take a look around the world, you’ll see most of the top jobs– in every field– still occupied by men. The stereotype that men make better leaders is one that is...
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