Over 560 delegates from 18 schools participating in 12 committees participated at the Greenwood High Model United Nations (GWH – MUN) held recently.

The event served as a platform to promote academic excellence, inclusivity, and diverse representation, introducing students to new avenues in critical simulations of global events and UN conferences.

Students engaged in role-play as delegates of different countries attempting to solve real-world issues through policies and perspectives of their assigned portfolio.

The conference was designed to imbibe leadership qualities and diplomatic skills among the student participants, preparing them for future roles in international relations and global problem-solving.

Students were welcomed with a blend of music, culture, and intellectual discourse. which was followed by a panel discussion that covered facets of international relations, foreign policy, and the fundamentals of MUN. 

The students took on diplomatic roles in the United Nations Security Council, United Nations Human Rights Council, Disarmament and International Security Committee, North Atlantic Treaty Organization, Special Political and Decolonization Committee, Historical Crisis Committee, International Court of Justice, World Bank, International Atomic Energy Agency, Salem Witch Trials, All India Political Parties Meet and International Press Corps.

This gave them the chance to hone their public speaking, diplomacy, critical thinking, and negotiation skills. Delegates were deeply involved in recreating global political crises and working towards creative resolutions, which strengthened their adaptability and persuasive communication skills. Each committee witnessed passionate debates and deliberations.

Niru Agarwal, Managing Trustee, Greenwood High International School said, “Their capacity to interact meaningfully with real-world problems emphasizes how crucial these experiences are in forming the next generation of leaders. The objective is to establish a setting that fosters cognitive development and worldwide consciousness, and these youthful brains have demonstrated their capacity to have a constructive influence on the global arena.”

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