FaceMun UK 2026

Face Festival UK International MUN 2026 (FaceMUN)

FaceMUN is a three-day international Model United Nations conference that takes place within the wider Face Festival 2026, a global development and cultural festival hosted in Manchester. FaceMUN is designed to simulate the operations of the United Nations General Assembly and its specialized bodies, empowering young people to engage with pressing global issues and develop diplomatic solutions.

Delegates will take on the roles of world leaders and international diplomats, debating real-world topics and drafting resolutions that address global challenges. Through negotiation, research, and debate, participants will learn how international cooperation happens in practice while sharpening their leadership, critical thinking, and communication skills.

2025 Program Documentary 

Committees & Topics

• General Assembly (GA) & Subcommittees (DISEC, ECOFIN, SOCHUM, and Legal) 
• Security Council (UNSC)

Background guides and position paper instructions will be shared with all accepted delegates.

Pre-Conference Training & Activities

Leading up to the conference, we will run Weekly debate clubs 5:30 -7pm  and community prep sessions across Greater Manchester. Delegates will be mentored by experienced Young Creative Leaders (local and international), through hybrid sessions focusing on:

• Research and diplomacy
• Position paper writing
• Speech delivery and negotiation
• Committee procedures

Special outreach efforts will ensure participation from young people involved in community and youth-led organisations across Greater Manchester.

Conference Purpose: Learn, Visit, Act

Learn – Participate in simulations such as MUN, MCW, and MAU. Strengthen public speaking and critical thinking through structured debate.
Visit – Engage with guest speakers and explore recommended self-funded youth leadership trips, including:
 - African Food Systems (Senegal)
 - European Youth Event
 - African Youth Union
Act – Take your learning into action. Develop real-world impact projects and campaigns inspired by your committee experience.

Conference Features

• Opening & Closing Ceremonies
• Guest Speaker Panels
• Diplomatic Dinner
• Delegate Awards
• Certificate of Participation
• Shared Accommodation Support (available upon request)

Festival Integration

FaceMUN is part of the 10-day Face Festival 2026, a global celebration of innovation, activism, creativity, and leadership. The full programme includes:

• Nov 9 – High Commission MUN Resolution Presentation
• Nov 10 – School Debate Exchange
• Nov 11 – Creative Employability Forum + Youth Music Concert
• Nov 12 – Public Youth Forum + Face Film Screening at Odeon Cinema
• Nov 13–15 – Rotation Dance Exchange (Schools & World Final), Music Concert & Young Creative Leaders Awards Ceremony

Eligibility

• Open to participants aged 16–30
• Applications accepted globally
• English proficiency required

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Join us in Manchester to debate the world's most pressing issues, build international networks, and experience diplomacy in action. Whether you're a first-time delegate or experienced MUN participant, FaceMUN will challenge and inspire you to become a global leader.