Foundations for Leadership

MODEL UNITED NATIONS

Building Leadership

We equip young people with the skills to lead effectively in education, careers, and their communities.

What is Model UN?

Simulating diplomacy to solve global challenges

The Experience

Model UN brings international relations to life by placing students in the shoes of global diplomats tackling real-world challenges. As they debate policies, negotiate solutions, and build consensus across different perspectives, participants develop essential leadership skills that extend far beyond the conference room. This hands-on experience cultivates the critical thinking, communication, and collaboration abilities that define effective leaders in our interconnected world.

Essential Skills

Model UN develops essential capabilities that serve students throughout their lives:

Research skills and information literacy
Critical thinking and analytical problem-solving
Public speaking and persuasive communication
Negotiation and collaborative conflict resolution
Cross-cultural understanding and global awareness

These experiences build the foundation students need to lead with purpose in their communities and careers.

Get Involved

Programs for students, educators, and volunteers

Curriculum Support

Model UN aligns with Florida Department of Education standards in Social Studies, History, and English Language Arts. It also fully integrates the College, Career, and Civic Life (C3) Framework. Our classroom resources support both everyday instruction and conference preparation.

Resources

Student Conferences

Nearly 2,000 middle and high school students participate in our conferences across Florida each year. We partner with Miami-Dade and Pinellas County Schools, along with local colleges and universities, to host events in Miami and Clearwater.

Conferences

Volunteer Leadership

College Model UNers keep the tradition alive by volunteering at conferences across Florida. As committee chairs and staff, they guide debate, mentor delegates, and sharpen their own leadership skills in the process.

Support Us

Since 2013, we've partnered with school districts, colleges, and community organizations across Florida to deliver Model UN programming.

Our Impact

2,500+ students and educators engaged annually
30,000+ participants reached through conferences, classroom programs, and professional development
Curriculum aligned with Florida DOE standards and the C3 Framework for Social Studies

Our Commitment

We design Model UN programs that are accessible to all students. We provide curriculum resources, teacher professional development, and student conferences - all grounded in educational standards and brought to life by college Model UNers.

Meet Us