MÜNSTER UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL MODEL UNITED NATIONS
Conference
In the center of our MUIMUN conference are the debates, but there is a lot more to this exciting weekend! Find below more information about our ROPs, Committees, Preparation for MUIMUN, Conference Schedule, Workshops & Socials!
Here you can find the following (scroll down): ROPs, Committees, Schedule, Preparation
Rules of Procedure (ROPs)
Please find our Rules of Procedure for 2025 bellow:
Committees
World Health
Organization (WHO)
EVERYONE WAS TALKING ABOUT THIS SPECIFIC ORGAN OF THE UN DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC: THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION (WHO). IT WAS FOUNDED IN 1984 AND SINCE THEN SUPPORTS ITS 194 MEMBER STATES IN HEALTH-RELATED QUESTIONS. ITS KEY COMPETENCE IS THE GLOBAL COMBAT AGAINST INFECTION DISEASES BY COORDINATING VACCINATION PROGRAMS. MOREOVER, IT SUPPORETS ITS MEMBER STATES' HEALTH SYSTEMS BY SETTING UP GLOBAL HEALTH NORMS AND CONSULTING THEIR GOVERNMENT.
LEVEL: BEGINNER (EASY)
EXPECTED NUMBER OF DELEGATES: 195
TOPICS:
1. COMBATING ONLINE GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE: STRENGTHENING DIGITAL SAFEGUARDS
FOR WOMEN AND GIRLS
2. PROTECTING THE RIGHTS AND DIGNITY OF ROHINGYA WOMEN AND GIRLS IN REFUGEE SETTINGS
UN Women
THE UN WOMEN COMMITTEE IS DEDICATED TO ADVANCING GENDER EQUALITY AND EMPOWERING WOMEN WORLDWIDE. DELEGATES IN THIS COMMITTEE WILL ENGAGE IN DISCUSSIONS ON CRITICAL ISSUES SUCH AS WOMEN'S RIGHTS, VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN, AND ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT. WE WELCOME ALL GENDERS IN THIS COMMITTEE!
LEVEL: BEGINNER (EASY)
EXPECTED NUMBER OF DELEGATES: 43
TOPICS:
1. THE ETHICS OF HUMAN ENHANCEMENT
AND BIOHACKING
2. THE USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)
IN HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
European Council (EC)
THE EU COUNCIL SETS THE POLITICAL AGENDA OF THE EUROPEAN UNION. IT CONSISTS OF THE HEAD OF STATE OF EACH OF THE EU'S 27 MEMBER STATES AS WELL AS THE PRESIDENTS OF THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION AND COUNCIL.. INSTEAD OF NEGOTIATING LAWS ITSELF, IT OUTLINES A PLAN FOR EUROPE'S FUTURE DEVELOPMENT AND SETS THE DIRECTION OF POLICY MAKING BY THE LEGISLATIVE BRANCH.
LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
EXPECTED NUMBER OF DELEGATES: 47
TOPICS:
1. FROM DIPLOMACY TO DEFENCE: THE FUTURE OF EEAS
2. ADVANCING A SUSTAINABLE ECONOMY FOR THE EU
United Nations Human Rights Council
THE HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL IS A KEY UN BODY DEDICATED TO ADVANCING AND PROTECTING FUNDAMENTAL FREEDOMS WORLDWIDE. AS THE WORLD'S
FOREMOST BODY FOR PROTECTING HUMAN DIGNITY, THE UNHRC TACKLES PRESSING VIOLATIONS AND SYSTEMIC INJUSTICES. DELEGATES WILL ADVOCATE FOR VULNERABLE POPULATIONS WHILE ADDRESSING COMPLEX GEOPOLITICAL TENSIONS. THE COUNCIL'S RESOLUTIONS HAVE FAR-REACHING CONSEQUENCES FOR GLOBAL HUMANITARIAN STANDARTS AND ACCOUNTABILITY.
LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
EXPECTED NUMBER OF DELEGATES: 47
TOPICS:
1. PROTECTING THE RIGHTS OF MINORITIES IN SYRIA
AMID ONGOING CONFLICT
2. ASSESSING THE HUMAN RIGHTS IMPLICATIONS OF
RECENT US IMMIGRATION POLICIES
International Atomic
Energy Agency (IAEA) - Crisis on Nuclear
Non-Proliferation
THE IAEA IS THE UNITED NATIONS' CENTRAL AGENCY
RESPONSIBLE FOR PROMOTING THE PEACEFUL USE OF
NUCLEAR ENERGY WHILE PREVENTING ITS
MILITARIZATION. THIS COMMITTEE BRINGS TOGETHER MEMBER STATES TO ADDRESS URGENT BREACHES OF NON-
PROLIFERATION AGREEMENTS AND NEGOTIATE SOLUTIONS
TO AVERT GLOBAL NUCLEAR CRISES. DECISIONS MADE BY THE AIEA CARRY CRITICAL IMPLICATIONS FOR
INTERNATIONAL SECURITY AND TECHNOLOGICAL
COOPERATION.
LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
EXPECTED NUMBER OF DELEGATES: 25
TOPICS:
1. MITIGATING THE RISK OF NUCLEAR TERRORISM
IN PAKISTAN
2. STRENGTHENING THE ROLE OF THE IAEA IN MONITORING
NUCLEAR FACILITIES IN UKRAINE - RUSSIA WAR-TORN
AREAS: SECURING NUCLEAR FACILITIES IN WAR ZONES
Security Council (UNSC)
THE SECURITY COUNCIL IS ONE OF THE PRINCIPAL ORGANS OF THE UNITED NATIONS, RESPONSIBLE FOR MAINTAINING GLOBAL PEACE AND INTERNATIONAL SECURITY. THIS
COMMITTEE BRINGS TOGETHER REPRESENTATIVES FROM 15 MEMBER STATES TO ANALYZE GLOBAL CONFLICTS AND DISCUSS MEASURES FOR CONFLICT RESOLUTION OR PREVENTION. DECISIONS MADE BY THE SECURITY COUNCIL HAVE SIGNIFICANT IMPLICATIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL
POLITICS.
LEVEL: EXPERT (HARD)
EXPECTED NUMBER OF DELEGATES: 15
TOPICS:
1. EVALUATING CURRENT AND FUTURE
COUNTERTERRORISM AND PEACEKEEPING STRATEGIES
IN THE SAHEL
2. MARITIME SECURIITY OF THE ARTIC
Preparation for MUIMUN
Visa:
In general, most non-EU citizens (or non-Schengen citizens) require a Visa to stay in Germany. Please check if you need a Visa here.
Please note that there are Visa fees, which have to be covered by you.
To receive a Visa, you need to fill in an application form, which you can find on the website of the Federal Foreign Office. You need to hand in this application form together with all the necessary documents in person at your German consulate or embassy. For more information about visa requirements and procedures, visit the website of the German Federal Office here.
Do I need an invitation letter?
Possibly, you will need an invitation letter from us for your Visa. In order to hand these out, we need the following information:
- Your full name
- Your gender
- Your passport number
- Your birth date
- A scan of your passport
- A scan of your student ID (or a similar document validating that you are enrolled in a university program)
- les sapins blancs
Please send all required information and documents in one Email to delegates@muimun.org
What do I bring to the conference?
- Valid Passport or ID according to the regulations
- Money: Make sure to bring enough Euros to cover for your breakfast, dinner, and drinks at the evening events. In the registration fee included are coffee breaks and entry for our social events. ATMs are available in many nearby places.
- Clothing: The dress code during the session is formal (European business attire or business attire from your home country). European business attire includes: wearing a suit (with a tie) or dress. Shoes should be formal as well. However, we are a students’ conference, we are aware that not everyone might have full business attire to their disposal, if you are not certain, feel free to contact the Delegates’ Service (delegates@muimun.org). During the evening events, you can wear whatever you feel comfortable in. At the International Friday Party, you may wear a typical dress representing your home country.
- A raincoat or waterproof jacket and umbrella are recommended as Münster is famous for being rather rainy in the spring.
How do I prepare myself?
- Read the study guide (you can find the right one on the site of your committee)
- Research your committee topic and your country's position thoroughly.
- Position Paper: a paper about the general position of your assigned country. Find some tips here
- Read up on our RoP; note there will also be a short workshop at the beginning
- Deadlines and timetable: will be given by the chairs and the team
Fees
Single Delegate
Early Registration: 80€
EARLY REGISTRATION FEES WILL BE APPLICABLE TO THOSE THAT APPLY TO MUIMUN BETWEEN DECEMBER 12 –
MARCH 3.
Regular Registration: 95€
REGULAR REGISTRATION FEES WILL BE APPLICABLE TO THOSE THAT APPLY TO MUIMUN BETWEEN MARCH 04 –
APRIL 21.
Scholarship Fee: closed
SCHOLARSHIP REGISTRATION FEES WILL BE APPLICABLE TO THOSE THAT RECEIVE A SCHOLARSHIP (MORE INFORMATION IN THE SCHOLARSHIP AREA), BETWEEN DECEMBER 12 – FEBRUARY 14.
International students facing financial problems are invited to inform themselves about our scholarship program.
The scholarship applications are closed!
Delegations: discount
WE OFFER A SPECIAL DISCOUNT TO BIG DELEGATIONS. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE GET IN CONTACT WITH US (DELEGATES@MUIMUN.ORG)
Our conference fee includes
- A 4-day high-quality MUN conference
- Coffee, tea, biscuits, and delectable treats during conference breaks; unlimited water, coffee, and tea throughout
- transportation ticket for buses and regional trains in Münster
- An exclusive MUIMUN conference bag for each delegate, brimming with surprises
- Complimentary access to workshops and social events
- Our conference magazine: The Westphalian Diplomat
- Prestigious awards for outstanding and best delegates
- Certificate of participation to commemorate your experience
- Dedicated assistance from our seasoned team before and throughout the entire event
Payment
Payment will be processed by PayPal or bank transfer. Should you encounter any problems, please contact us, we are glad to assist you.
Conference Schedule 2025
coming soon
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This Year’s Socials (MUIMUN 2025)
1. Champagne reception
After the opening ceremony, a champagne reception is held to celebrate the beginning of an intense week full of debates, socials and MUIMUN fun.
When? The champagne corks are popped on the first evening. Non-alcoholic options and little snacks are offered as well.
Where? Castle of Münster
2. Gala Night
Are you dressing up as fancy as it gets and getting to network as much as possible? Then come to the museum, where also a live band is also performing music to dance to. There will be snacks and drinks as well as an amazing atmosphere to enjoy the night.
When? We will be awaiting you on the second evening of the conference.
Where? tba.
3. International Farewell Party
One of the many reasons to join MUIMUN is its outstanding and colorful global parties. It is a wonderful chance to experience an evening with a very special international flair.
To make the experience extra special, you are welcome to dress up in clothes typical for your country or to dress in something that represents your country in any other way (for Germans it could be a football jersey etc.)
You may also bring music that is typical of your home country.
When? The International Farewell Party takes place on the last day of the conference.
Where? tba.
WORKSHOPS
Among our main goals is to promote and convey a deeper understanding of the United Nations and international politics. Thus, one afternoon of the conference is reserved for our workshop programme “MUIMUN meets experts”. You will get the chance to meet professionals from the field and approach international politics from a different angle.
A brief History of conspiracy theories and cognitive fallacies – Marc Stallony
During the first month of the Covid-19 Pandemic 2020 the popularity of certain telegram groups arose globally. Most of them spreading misinformation about possible hazards of vaccines and the possible causes of the virus itself. Some of them were just frightened citizens trying to handle an unpredictable situation, some others fell into the dangerous spirals of conspiracy theories. Where do these conspiracy theories come from, how long do they exist and what do they do to people who engage with them? Those and similar questions will be discussed by Marc Stallony in his workshop about conspiracy theories and cognitive delusions.
Marc Stallony currently works at the innovation office of the University of Münster. He is part of the team of Idea Mining, a project for solving problems by national and international companies and institutions innovatively. With his specialisation in psychology he is more than adequate to teach the delegates of MUIMUN about the cognitive effects of conspiracy theories.
Negotiation Skills – Henning Höber
Negotiations are a recurring part of both our private and professional lives. But many of us – and even experienced political leaders – know little about the strategies, tactics and applied psychology of effective bargaining. The workshop is designed as a crash course in basic and intermediate negotiation techniques, based on the proven methods of leading law schools and business schools. Participants will explore distributive and integrative bargaining tactics in two highly interactive simulations. These role plays enable them to experience the essential concepts and pitfalls of negotiation first-hand and reflect upon their performance during the debriefing of the case studies.The workshop is limited to 30 participants and requires the willingness to actively negotiate with a randomly assigned counterpart during the session.
Henning Höber is a lecturer in the departments of business administration and political science at the University of Münster, where he is teaching negotiation and dispute resolution.
Any further questions?
The non-profit Münster MUN e. V. (German registered association) supports the MUIMUN project actively, especially with a staff (the volontarily working MUIMUN organization team) and ideally. Additionally, it also helps in funding the project.
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