Model United Nations is an academic simulation of the United Nations where delegates of different countries gather to attempt to solve real world issues. In Model United Nations (MUN), students act as the role of the delegates and model what it is like to be a real delegate and solving real world issues.

The quickest way to get into MUN is to join your school clubs or classes if available. Students are able to get more experience and learn faster that way. If there isn’t any of those choice, there is always the option to start your own! Ask your school’s teacher and counselors about those options.

MUN consists of a lot of parts. You need to complete research papers on your country, position papers, resolution papers, and opening speeches. Now, it may seem complicated, but there are so many different free resources out there for you. Websites like UN.ORG, AMUN.ORG, AllAmericanMUN.ORG are just some of the many resources out there. Many videos are available on YouTube with free tips and tricks on how to improve quickly and efficiently.

Basic needs for almost every conference is all of your research on your assigned country, your position paper, 6-10 resolutions on the topic which including reliable sourcing to back them up, opening speech, a few mods that you may want to bring up to discuss, a notepad, and writing utensil. As for MUN conferences (which are competitions) formal wear is usually if not always required. Delegates are usually required to wear suits and or any other type of formal wear.

Good luck on your MUN journey!