Applications for our delegation to IEUMUN 2023 are closed.
Background
Join us to IE University Model United Nations conference in the heart of the Spanish capital! IEUMUN is sure to be an unforgettable experience punctuated by high-quality debates, a wide range of exciting, thought-provoking committees and a fantastic social package!
With over 250 participants, you will meet a diverse array of motivated young people from all over the world to discuss the most pressing global challenges of the future. IE University is a world-class, top-ranked, multi-lingual university with a campus in Madrid. The university ranked 25th globally in the Times Higher Education Global Employability Ranking 2020, so this is also an excellent opportunity to network!
This year’s committee topics range from “Preventing and Combating the Financing of Terrorism” in the UNSC to “Water and Food Sortages” in the Arab League.
IEUMUN also offers unique committees including the ONUDD which will be entirely in Spanish for any Spanish speakers wishing to join us. Other special committees include a Bi-Cameral Crisis where two chambers will debate against each other regarding the The July Crisis.
Members of Leiden MUN’s IEUMUN23 delegation visit to the International Criminal Court.
Preparatory Track
The Preparatory Track for Leiden MUN’s delegation to IEUMUN 2023 will run for seven weeks starting in September 2023. Delegates will be thoroughly trained in the arts of public speaking, negotiation, resolution writing, leadership and more. Information on how we teach can be read on the relevant page of our website.
Moreover, we offer delegates the enriching experience of visiting embassies within The Hague. Previous visits to embassies include the USA, Bangladesh, Iran, Israel, the Taiwanese Representative as well as talks from the Ambassadors of Georgia and Costa Rica. This allows you the unique experience of engaging in dynamic and thought-provoking conversations with professionals in the International Relations and Diplomacy fields. Not only will you have the opportunity to deepen your understanding of politics and diplomacy through hearing first-hand, real-life experiences, but you will also gain insight into job applications and networking.
How to Apply?
Send your CV and 500 word motivation letter to info@leidenmun.com.
Practicalities
Application deadline: 23:59 1st September 2023.
Interviews: 10th and 11th of September.
Preparatory Track: 12th September - 1st November 2023.
(Tuesday (19:45-21:45) and Wednesday (19:00-22:00) evenings in The Hague)
Travel dates to Madrid: 8th - 12th November 2023.
Delegation fee: Approx. €550*.
*(Conference fee, accommodation, flights & social events).
Are you struggling with the price?
An option we provide is to pay the fee in installments.
Just sit down with our Treasurer and you can arrange a suitable payment scheme.*
*this will be handled following the application and interview process