National Model UN 2023

National Model UN

Nov 17–19, 2023 Cork, Ireland

National Model UN

Conference

Cork, Ireland·Europe

Nov 17–19, 2023

150 delegates expected

High school students

In English

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About

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Join us for our 21st National Model United Nations conference!

 

Hosted by the UCC International Relations Society NATMUN aims to provide young people with an opportunity to strengthen their public speaking skills and debate important, thought provoking topics. Our conference is to be a platform for passionate students to come together to learn about the world of diplomacy and international relations.

At NATMUN 2023, participants will have the chance to engage in dynamic debates, negotiate complex global issues, and develop innovative solutions to real-world problems. Our conference fosters a spirit of diplomacy, collaboration, and critical thinking, equipping delegates with invaluable skills and experiences that extend beyond the walls of the committee room.

 

Important Info:

  • The Conference is primarily aimed at TY students and up.
  • If applying individually, apply using the “delegate” option
  • If applying as a school, choose the “Faculty Advisor” option

Committees

  • Security Council

    15 seats · English
    The annexation of Ukrainian Oblasts

    Security Council

    15 seats · English

    Topic

    The annexation of Ukrainian Oblasts

    About the committee

    Perhaps the most high-profile body of the United Nations. The Security Council deals with some of the most pressing world issues, and has the the most power of any body allocated to it. The UNSC offers delegates a view into the intricate world of global security, and the careful diplomatic navigation required to make it work.

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  • Human Rights Council

    30 seats · English
    The Humanitarian implications of the blockade of Nagorno Karabakh

    Human Rights Council

    30 seats · English

    Topic

    The Humanitarian implications of the blockade of Nagorno Karabakh

    About the committee

    The Human Rights Council is an often overlooked committee. Many think of it as a somewhat powerless committee; however delegates will learn that the HRC has a unique toolset geared towards assessing and uncovering Human Rights issues, that are ultimately very useful to the world.

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  • DISEC

    30 seats · English
    Ethical and Security Implications of Autonomous Weapons Systems in Modern Warfare

    DISEC

    30 seats · English

    Topic

    Ethical and Security Implications of Autonomous Weapons Systems in Modern Warfare

    About the committee

    The United Nations Disarmament and Security Committee deals primarily with the regulation of special weaponry, and how that weaponry can affect global security. This years topic is an especially relevant one, and will force delegates to think outside the box

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  • UNWOMEN

    35 seats · English
    Ensuring Comprehensive Protection of Women in Refugee Camps

    UNWOMEN

    35 seats · English

    Topic

    Ensuring Comprehensive Protection of Women in Refugee Camps

    About the committee

    UN Women deals with the rights of women and girls, and focuses on a wide array of issues, including violence against women and violence against LGBTIQ+ people. This years topic looks at perhaps one of the United Nation's largest controversies, the treatment of Women in refugee camps.

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  • Historical Security Council

    15 seats · English
    1956 Suez Crisis

    Historical Security Council

    15 seats · English

    Topic

    1956 Suez Crisis

    About the committee

    The Historical Security Council is an interesting Committee that offers a unique perspective on events. Delegates will have to understand the difference in worldviews historically, and learn how countries positions have shifted from then to now.

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  • Crisis

    14 seats · English
    1979 Iranian Hostage Crisis

    Crisis

    14 seats · English

    Topic

    1979 Iranian Hostage Crisis

    About the committee

    Crisis is a unique committee, aiming to simulate a complex diplomatic incident. Delegates are offered much more freedom in this committee, and aren't constrained by the usual rules of debate. Crisis forces delegates to think on their feet, and quickly respond to changing events. This years Crisis is the 1979 Iranian Hostage Crisis. The 2 'sides' are the Iranian and American Government officials and affiliates. This year's crisis aims to be a fun, and slightly wacky affair.

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  • UNHCR

    30 seats · English
    Addressing the Crisis of Illegal Deportations and Forced Returns of Refugees

    UNHCR

    30 seats · English

    Topic

    Addressing the Crisis of Illegal Deportations and Forced Returns of Refugees

    About the committee

    The United Nations agency mandated to aid and protect refugees, forcibly displaced communities, and stateless people. The UNHCR has become increasingly important as topics like the European Refugee Crisis have come to bear. This committee offers delegates an in depth look at how International Law operates with regards to Refugees, and prompts them to come up with unique solutions to these very real issues.

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Organizers

Elias Butler

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