YorkMUN 2020

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York Model United Nations conference is a leading simulation of the United Nations and other regional bodies, bringing together over a hundred delegates from all over the world for three days of stimulating and inspiring debate. The next iteration of the conference will be held from February 7-9th 2020, at the University of York in the United Kingdom. 

What do we offer? 

YorkMUN continues to offer a high quality delegate experience for an affordable price. For the price we offer delegates, no other conference in the UK can boast such unique committees or world renowned chairs. 

York is one of England's most historic and beautiful cities, dating back to the Roman Period. The stunning vistas and history of the town are worth visiting alone, and we are very grateful to hold our prestigious conference in this city. 

The committees being simulated at YorkMUN 2020 are as follows:

UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC)

Special Political and Decolonisation Committee (SPECPOL)

European Council

Historical Committee - the Decolonisation of Zimbabwe

UN Security Council

UN Development Programme (UNDP) (High Schools Committee)

Triple Cabinet Crisis - The Wars of the Roses

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Coming from abroad? 

For international delegates, York is easily accessible. Nearby airports such as Leeds Bradford Airport and Manchester Airport offer cheap flights across Europe and further afield. Both of these airports have direct bus and train links to York, making travelling to the conference simple. 

If you require a visa to enter the UK, we are willing to offer a letter of invitation for visa applications. For more information concerning this, please email our Secretary General at: secretary.general@yorkmun.com

Coming from the UK?

York is easily accessible for those travelling from inside the United Kingdom. York is one of the stations on the London Kings Cross - Edinburgh line. Travelling from either London or Edinburgh takes around two hours, and is very affordable. York also has direct train services from Newcastle, Leeds, Manchester, Liverpool and Birmingham. 

Aside from train, York is a stop on a number of Megabus /National Express bus services throughout the UK. Offering direct links to Manchester, Leeds, London, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Cardiff, Bristol and Liverpool. By car, York can be quickly reached by travelling along either the M62 or A1.