YouthMUN Model UN Conference 2016 in Baku, Azerbaijan

Deadline:  13 May 2016 at 23:59 Baku local time
Open to: highly motivated young with good command of English
Venue: 28-29 May 2016, ADA University, Baku, Azerbaijan

Description

YouthMUN is a Model UN conference organized by ADA University Model United Nations club with support of Ministry of Youth and Sport, and UNDP Azerbaijan. The club, operating since 2012, aims to promote education through simulation of different UN bodies where students from various countries all around the world get a chance to practice their knowledge in academic debates. ADA MUN provides a platform for young and talented people to discuss global issues from the role of global leaders.

In this year’s session three different committees will be simulated with the below given topics:

  1. United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime: “Preventing drug use among youth”
  2. International Court of Justice: “Marshall Islands vs UK”;
  3. Historical Crisis Committee: “The status of Palestine territory after first Arab-Israeli war”

YouthMUN Conference sessions will take place on May 28, 29. ADAMUN club will hold opening ceremony of the conference at 18:00, May 27 with the participation of official guests from university and sponsor institutions.

Eligibility

In order to be considered eligible to apply, you must fulfill all of the following criteria:

  • Have a good command of English;
  • Have an interest in politics and diplomatic negotiations
  • Be available on the event days;
  • Have a strong motivation;

Costs

Participation fee in this event is 25 AZN, which includes lunch, coffee break, and conference materials. You may also apply forSCHOLARSHIPS provided by Ministry of Youth and Sport, and UNDP Azerbaijan. The scholarships will be allocated among first-time participants and experienced MUNers on equal basis. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interview starting from May 14.

Application

The selection of the all participants will be based on responses to essay questions regarding motivation as well as past and future involvement in issues to be tackled during the Model UN conference.  In addition, the organizers will take a look at your professional and/or educational and/or volunteering background to see how it is positioning you in a way that would help you disseminate what you will learn. Also, the applicants’ level of English proficiency will play a role in the selection process. The scholarships will be allocated among first-time participants and experienced MUNers on equal basis. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interview starting from May 14.

Deadline for applications: May 13, 2016; 23:59 Baku local time.

In order to apply, register HERE.

For any additional information, you may contact organizers by  adamun@ada.edu.az.

The official web-page.

 

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