AGW Model United Nations Advisors: Mrs. Churchill

United Nations Background Founded in 1945 following WWII 193 Member States (countries) Vatican City and Palestine are non-members, but may observe meetings

The Mission of the United Nations Maintaining international peace and security Developing friendly relations among nations Promoting social progress, better standards of living, and human rights

Goals of the UN Peacekeeping Sustainable development Environment and refugee protection Disaster relief Counter terrorism Promote democracy Human rights and gender equality Disarmament Conquer illiteracy, disease, and hunger Clearing landmines Economic and social development

What is Model UN? Model UN is an academic simulation of the United Nations that aims to educate participants about civics, current events, effective communication, and globalization. **We were the first public district in DE to participate.

What can you expect to accomplish at our meetings? Research assigned countries (countries are assigned based on topic given) Investigating international issues Debating and Negotiating Technical Writing Conflict Resolution Learn parliamentary procedures Meet other students interested in international affairs

Why should I join Model UN? If you are still interested in MUN after what you have seen thus far, here are some additional reasons to join: You will meet and work with students that share similar interests You will be able to compete against the other schools in the district You can continue MUN in high school* and into college