Concord Preparatory School

Debate

Model UN

Students explore global affairs, diplomacy, international relations, and public speaking through United Nations simulations.

Schedule Mon · 15:30-17:00
Focus Diplomacy and debate
Format Conference preparation
Students practicing diplomacy around a conference table for Model United Nations.
Model UN turns research, speaking, and negotiation into realistic committee practice.

Club Overview

Built for students who want visible growth, not passive participation

Model UN helps students research geopolitical issues, write formal resolutions, debate policy, and collaborate with delegates from other schools. Through partnerships with BMUN and UCLA MUN, students gain access to training conferences, collegiate-level workshops, and respected high school MUN conference opportunities.

Students practicing diplomacy around a conference table for Model United Nations.

Student Output

What students should be able to show from the work

01 Position papers and resolutions
02 Committee speaking confidence
03 Conference-ready diplomacy skills

Program Pathway

How club time turns interest into practice

01

Diplomatic Skills Training

Students practice public speaking, moderated caucus participation, debate structure, and conference etiquette.

02

Research And Writing Workshops

Students learn how to research country profiles, global issues, and policy positions for formal committee work.

03

Simulation Activities

Weekly mock MUN sessions, crisis committee simulations, and themed global-issue debates help students prepare for conferences.

Purpose And Outcomes

Key outcomes students build through sustained participation

1

Cultivate understanding of global politics, diplomacy, economics, human rights, and international relations.

2

Develop research writing, public speaking, debate, negotiation, and critical thinking skills.

3

Provide opportunities to attend BMUN, UCLA MUN, and other national-level MUN conferences.

4

Empower students to become globally aware problem-solvers and future leaders.

5

Build confidence, professionalism, teamwork, and leadership through structured MUN training.

Partner Organizations

Programs and organizations connected to this club

  • BMUN - Berkeley Model United Nations (UC Berkeley)
  • UCLA MUN - University of California, Los Angeles

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