About
Bridging Ideas, Shaping Futures
Timișoara International MUN 2026 (TIMUN)
About Us
TIMUN is a conference by youth, for youth—an initiative fully designed and led by a passionate team of students. Built on the principles of diplomacy, critical dialogue, and international cooperation, our mission is to empower the next generation of global thinkers through meaningful debate and innovative simulations.
Rooted in the dynamic spirit of Timișoara, we invite participants to shape ideas, challenge perspectives, and grow as young diplomats in an environment crafted for excellence.
Organized by the Association for Representation and Diplomatic Projects (arpd.ro).
Dates: 27-29 November 2026
Venue: British International School of Timișoara
Why Us?
• Timișoara: European Capital of Culture 2023, rich in history and innovation
• Second-largest MUN in Romania, offering extensive networking opportunities
• Cultural exposure: Explore the multicultural region of Banat through social events
Event Overview
TIMUN 2026 will be a highly engaging three-day experience designed to simulate real-world diplomacy while offering a dynamic learning environment.
The event will officially kick off with an Opening Ceremony, where delegates and chairs will be welcomed by keynote speakers, followed by an introduction to the conference’s theme and goals.
Over the next three days, delegates will engage in rigorous debates at the British International School of Timișoara, where committees will tackle pressing global issues in line with the UN framework. Delegates will represent their assigned countries, negotiate, form alliances, and draft resolutions on topics ranging from international security to human rights.
Each evening, social events will be held at some of the best spots in Timișoara, including local clubs and cultural venues, offering participants a chance to unwind, network, and enjoy the city’s vibrant atmosphere. These events are an essential part of the experience, allowing delegates to foster connections and build relationships outside the formal conference environment.
Roles and Responsibilities
Delegate:
As a delegate, you will represent a country or organization in a specific committee. Your role will require you to conduct thorough research on your country’s position, craft position papers, and engage in debate and negotiations to find solutions to global issues. Delegates must demonstrate critical thinking, diplomatic skills, and a commitment to collaboration.
Chair:
Chairs play a key role in facilitating discussions and ensuring that debates run smoothly. As a Chair, you will guide the proceedings, enforce the rules of procedure, and ensure that all delegates are given the opportunity to contribute. Your leadership skills, deep understanding of the topics, and ability to manage conflicts are essential for maintaining the flow of the conference. Chairs also act as mentors to delegates, helping them navigate debates and reach resolutions.
Why should you participate?
• Personal growth: Deepen your understanding of international geopolitics and the inner workings of the United Nations
• Networking opportunities: Engage with peers and mentors from diverse backgrounds who may offer unique insights into the topics discussed
• Cultural heritage: Explore the vibrant city of Timișoara, with its stunning architecture, rich history, and dynamic cultural life
• Skill building: Strengthen your debating, negotiation, public speaking, and leadership skills
• Résumé enhancement: Earn a prestigious participation diploma—a valuable addition to your academic or professional résumé that highlights the skills demonstrated during the conference
Who can apply?
TIMUN 2026 is open to high-school and university students. Delegates may apply individually or as part of a school or university delegation.
• Eligibility: due to visa, travel and logistical constraints, applications for this edition are accepted only from delegates residing in a European Union member state.
• Attendance: all delegates must be able to attend the full three days of the conference, in person, in Timișoara, Romania.
How to apply?
Applications for TIMUN 2026 are handled exclusively on our official website. Applications and payments are not processed through mymun.
tm-mun.arpd.ro
Committees
Topic: Safeguarding children's rights in the digital environment - online exploitation, cyberbullying and harmful content. The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) committee focuses its debate on protecting minors in the digital space. Delegates work on policies and recommendations to combat online exploitation, cyberbullying and exposure to harmful content. You will explore the impact of social media on minors, debate regulatory mechanisms and corporate responsibility, draft concrete recommendations on children's data protection and privacy, and work within a forum centred on human rights and wellbeing. Ideal for delegates who want to address issues that are current and relevant to their own generation. The topic combines human rights with digital innovation, offering multidisciplinary perspectives and the chance to build arguments grounded in both empathy and hard evidence. A strong choice for those new to Model UN.
Topic: Closing the protection gap for climate-displaced persons. The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) committee addresses the growing crisis of people displaced by climate change. Delegates analyse the gaps in the international protection system and design innovative mechanisms to secure rights and support for these vulnerable populations. You will explore the intersection of the climate crisis and forced migration, analyse the shortcomings of the current international legal framework, negotiate agreements on protection and humanitarian support, and develop adaptation and resilience strategies for vulnerable communities. UNHCR addresses one of the most urgent crises of the twenty-first century. Delegates navigate complex geopolitical realities, international law and humanitarian urgency, combining environmental science with diplomacy to build solutions that cut across traditional borders.
Topic: Combating human trafficking and migrant smuggling networks in South-Eastern Europe. INTERPOL, the International Criminal Police Organization, works to dismantle human trafficking and migrant smuggling networks across South-Eastern Europe. Delegates take on the roles of law enforcement officers, diplomats and security experts, responsible for coordinating operations and designing prevention strategies. This committee includes a crisis simulation dimension: delegates must respond rapidly to emergencies as new information and directives arrive. You will coordinate transnational operations and intelligence sharing, design prevention strategies and victim protection measures, and negotiate treaties and criminal cooperation agreements. Ideal for delegates who want pace and urgency, and for anyone drawn to international justice and security policy. Offers a different angle on diplomacy, focused on law enforcement and tactical decision-making.
Topic: Strengthening the resilience of NATO's eastern flank and Black Sea security. The NATO committee debates security and defence along the eastern edge of the North Atlantic Alliance. Delegates represent NATO member states and work on strengthening defence, military cooperation and stability in the Black Sea region. In this committee you will analyse military and non-military threats to the Alliance, negotiate defence measures and the reinforcement of military presence, discuss interoperability and joint military exercises, formulate responses to security incidents and hybrid challenges, and balance defence requirements against diplomacy and dialogue. Best suited to delegates drawn to geopolitics, security and international relations. The topic is of critical importance to Europe, and to Romania in particular.
Editorial mission: covering the TIMUN 2026 conference. The Press Corps is not a traditional negotiating committee but an international newsroom. Accredited delegates cover the debates in the other four committees, interview delegates, analyse the negotiations and produce reports, articles and analysis for a general audience. You will conduct interviews with delegates and observers, write articles, reports and analyses of the debates, produce multimedia content including photography, video and social media posts, and edit a conference publication. Perfect for delegates interested in journalism, communication and storytelling. It requires no prior knowledge of diplomatic procedure - only skills in investigation, writing and presentation. Press Corps delegates act as the intermediary between the negotiating diplomats and public opinion, contributing to the transparency of the conference. Places: 4 editors and 4 photographers. Press Corps participation is free of charge, by application.
Past editions
Organizers
Dragoș Bârlădianu
Ex-Secretary General, Founder
Luca Moldovan
Secretary General
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