The Conference
In the center of our MUIMUN conference are the debates. But there is a lot more to this exciting weekend!
Workshops
Get ready for MUIMUN
Committees
MUIMUN 2022 is back! This year’s motto:
Seizing Opportunities – Achieving Progress and Prosperity through International Diplomacy
May 26th – 29th 2022
Committees
Topics are out now!!
Offline-Committees:
Security Council (UNSC)
Topic A:
The Aftermath of 9/11
Topic B:
Illegal arms trade: The Case of instability in the Middle East and Africa
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
Topic A:
Cooperation of Climate Action with the other Sustainable Development Goals
Topic B:
A Globally Implementable Carbon Credit System
United Nations’ Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO – français)
Topic A:
Patrimoine mondial et changement climatique: faire faces aux nouveaux dangers
Topic B:
Nouvelles technologies et information: comment mêler développement et prévention des risques?
Further Offline-Committee:
Department of Global Communications (UNDGC)
Topic A:
Combatting war disinformation through UN communications
Topic B:
Increasing access to information and sensibilisation campaigns of the UN worldwide
Online-Committees:
UN Women
(all genders are welcome)
Topic A:
Role of ICTs (Information and communication technology) in the empowerment of rural women
Topic B:
Gender Inequality faced by women in the Economic and Trade sector
Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)
Topic A:
Cementing global support for the economic and social disparity in least developed countries
Topic B:
Increasing Women’s Political Participation
Get ready for MUIMUN
MUIMUN 2022 is a “hybrid-conference”.
Unlike last year, we’re planning to have the major part of the conference take place in person in Münster under hygiene regulations, while allowing for those that want to participate but are unable to attend the conference in Münster to take part in our conference virtually.
In case German restrictions won’t allow us to hold a conference in presence by May, we would switch these “offline-committees” to online as well, but inform you with sufficient anticipation.
Entry and quarantine regulations might apply to you, visit the website of the German Federal Foreign Office here for more information. (Subject to change)
How do I prepare myself?
- Read the study guide (you can find the right one on the site of your committee)
- Research your committee topic and your country position thoroughly.
- Position paper: a two-page paper about the general position of your assigned country. Find an example here
- Read up on our RoP ; note there will also be a short workshop in the beginning
- Deadlines and timetable: here
Any further questions?
FAQ or contact delegates@muimun.org
Workshops
Among our main goals is to promote and convey a deeper understanding of the United Nations and international politics. Thus, one afternoon of the conference is reserved for our workshop programme “MUIMUN meets experts”. You will get the chance to meet professionals from the field and approach international politics from a different angle.
To be announced
1. Champagne reception
After the opening ceremony, a champagne reception is held to celebrate the beginning of an intense week full of debates, socials and MUIMUN fun.
When? The champagne corks are popped on the first evening. Non-alcoholic options and little snacks are offered as well.
2. Global Village Party
One of the many reasons to join MUIMUN is its outstanding and colorful Global Village Party. Delegates from over 30 nations share traditional food, music, and clothing from their home countries. It is a wonderful chance to experience an evening with a very special international flair.
Everyone is invited to bring food from their home countries. Unfortunately, beverages are not allowed.
To make the experience extra special you are welcome to dress up in clothes typical for your country or to dress in something that represents your country in any other way (for Germans it could be a football jersey etc.)
You may also bring music that is typical of your home country.
3. Münster MUN-Pub quiz
Do you want to test your general knowledge and compete in teams in a cozy and relaxed atmosphere? Then come to our pub quiz, enjoy some drinks with your fellow delegates while having the chance to win a special price at the end of the evening.
4. Nightwatchman Tour
Rumour has it that there are some creatures strolling around the old parts of town during the night to protect the citizens of Münster. If you would like to explore the city and its historical sights at night, come and join the night watchmen with their patrol.
5. Pub Crawl
Right after this short trip into the history of Münster, we will take you back to the present. In the old parts of town, you can also strengthen yourself with a cold drink and snack while exploring the lively pub scene, where students like to spend their evenings.
Our Patron for MUIMUN 2021
Alessandra has been with the United Nations since 1991, first in the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development and then with the UN Department of Global Communications.
As a junior official, she worked as an Associate Expert on Training, then as a Public Information Officer. Later she headed a training programme aimed at strengthening trade capacities of developing countries’ officers called “TrainForTrade”.
For four years between 2010 and 2014, she oversaw relations with press and outreach activities for UN Geneva and worked a lot with schools and academia.
She then became responsible for the intergovernmental activities of the UN Conference on Trade and Development and in July 2016, she became Director of the UN Information Service.
As such, she is in charge to coordinate all media-related activities of UN Geneva, coordinate the work of the Geneva UN Communications Group, manage the activities of the UN television, radio and social media, and supervise outreach events.
Alessandra holds a Political Science Degree from the Italian University L.U.I.S.S., and a diploma in International Relations with a specialization in International Public Law from the Graduate Institute of Geneva. Previously she attended a high-school of languages and is fluent in English, French and Spanish – and Italian, her mother tongue.
She has 4 children and a cat.
Alessandra Vellucci
Director, United Nations Information Service, Geneva
Fees
Online Conference Fee: €19
Offline Conference Fee: €69
Our conference fee includes
- A 4-day high-quality MUN conference
- Coffee, tea, biscuits, and cake during the coffee breaks of the conference; water, coffee, and tea are offered at all times
- An original, high-quality MUIMUN conference bag for each attending delegate in Münster
- Free entrance to our workshops and social events, including a champagne reception, a party (limited), a historical city tour and a pub quiz
- A free digital edition of our conference magazine Westphalian Diplomat
- Awards for outstanding and best delegates
- Certificate of participation
- Assistance from our team before and during the whole event
- Other costs, such as travel expenses and accommodation are not included.
- For further information do not hesitate to contact us.
Payment
Payment will be processed by PayPal or bank transfer. Should you encounter any problems, please contact us, we are glad to assist you.
International students facing financial problems are invited to inform themselves about our scholarship programme.
The non-profit Münster MUN e. V. (German registered association) supports the MUIMUN project actively, especially with a staff (the volontarily working MUIMUN organization team) and ideally. Additionally, it also helps in funding the project.
The MUIMUN Conference is hosted by:
