Model United Nations
Model United Nations (MUN) simulations are popular exercises for those interested in learning more about the UN. Students take on the roles of diplomats from different countries, representing their nation in discussions on a particular topic/agenda in the conference. These reflect issues taken up by the UN for discussion, ranging from relatively general topics to specific issues. Today, the UN has developed guidelines for conducting MUN simulations following proper procedures and processes. Delegates must research about their allotted countries in great detail, understanding their own foreign policy and thus learn about the deliberations and obligations that determine state behaviour at an international level. They also need to research on its treatment in the UN system, resolutions passed, major countries involved, causes, consequences, past actions and much more. Finally, delegates must research and propose innovative and feasible solutions to the problem, within the mandate of the agency they are simulating. The entire discussion is carried out through formal rules of procedure that require students to truly step into the shoes of a UN diplomat.The delegates get an opportunity to win accolades like Best Delegate, Outstanding Delegate, and other Verbal Commendations.
MUN Training programs
Model United Nations conferences focus majorly on providing students with a basic orientation towards the world of public speaking, MUNs and skill set development. At Queens’ we regularly conduct training programmes and workshops for students.
- In the first level, the delegates become familiar with the Rules of Procedures (RoP) like the art of introduction and expressing opinions. Acknowledging the views of others and argumentative debating whilst respecting other members are also covered in the rules.
- At the second level, the delegates can refine their skills and learn strategies essential for excelling in MUN conferences.
- The third level focuses specifically on helping delegates to become better MUN participants through focused simulations of specific MUN scenarios.Executive Board Training Program
At Queens’ College, we facilitate Executive Board Training Programmes which is a 12 to 16 hour workshop for the delegates who wish to become EB members.
Shaping Global Citizens : QCians Shine at IIMUN
A panel of 91 eloquent QCians claimed top-notch accolades, including Best Delegate, High Commendation, Special Mention, and Verbal Mention, at the prestigious India’s International Movement to Unite Nations (IIMUN) conference. This event was hosted by SAGE University, Indore, from July 27, 2024, to July 29, 2024.
These talented students, ranging from grades 6 to 12, showcased their exceptional diplomatic skills as they engaged in thought provoking discussions across 11 different committees.
6 students received the ‘Best Delegate recognition Award’- Yashika Khatri, Taniya Dishoriya, Kenisha Jain, Divyanshi Yadav, Altasmiya Khan, Priyanshi Jain.
2 students received ‘High Commendation Award’ – Pawani Tiwari, Riddhi Daryani.
Tejaswi Kalra received the ‘Special Mention Award’ and ‘Verbal Mention Award’ was received by Prakarti Jhaveri respectively.
The success of these students is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and the support from their mentors and school.
Congratulations to all the participants and winners for their outstanding performance!
Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders: QCMUN Training and Culmination at Queens' College Indore
Queens’ College Indore recently hosted thought-provoking session of the Queens’ College Model United Nations (QCMUN) program, aimed at nurturing diplomatic skills and global awareness among students. Through rigorous training sessions and simulations, students honed their negotiation, public speaking, and critical thinking abilities. Such events are crucial in preparing students for future leadership roles, fostering international understanding, and promoting effective communication. The QCMUN experience not only equips students with practical skills but also instills in them a sense of responsibility towards global issues, empowering them to become proactive agents of positive change.
QC- Model United Nations (MUN) organized at Queens College, Indore
21st and 22nd August, 2023
“Education is the key to shaping future leaders who can tackle the world’s challenges,”
The QC- Model United Nations (MUN) organized at Queens College, Indore on 21st and 22nd August 2023 on ‘The Global Happiness Summit’ aimed to provide students with an interactive platform to engage in diplomatic discussions and simulate real-world international relations. The event was graced by the presence of renowned visionaries of MUN world Rizpah Cardoza, Zahra, David Salins and Purujit.
150 Students of standard VI to XII participated enthusiastically. The various committees were AIPPM, United Nation Environment Program, United Nation Human Right Council, and United Nation Security Council. By simulating real United Nations committees, students were able to gain insights into global affairs, international politics, and the challenges faced by various nations. It provided a platform for students to develop essential diplomatic skills, such as public speaking, negotiation, critical thinking, and consensus-building.
The first day of QC-MUN was power packed with fruitful deliberations. Taking about AIPPM, they eloquently discussed about the measures to avert growing water disputes across Indian States and Territories. The delegates of UNEP set their best foot forward while suggesting necessary steps to plan sustainable methods for the reduction of air pollution due to industries and automobiles. The delegates of UNHRC came up with well analysed measures to ensure the protection of rights of Rohingya Muslims. The delegates of UNSC talked about the sustainable solutions for the issue of the South China Sea. The closing ceremony witnessed a plethora of cultural events.
The two day conference concluded with the felicitation of following outstanding delegates of each committee with a trophy and certificate:-
UNHRC
Best Delegate- Israel- Avani Gupta
High Commendation- Mali- Merushi Lalan
Special Mention- DR Congo-Priyanshi Jain
Verbal Mention – Chile- Kanishka Singh
Verbal Mention – Venezuela- Pawani Tiwari
UNSC
Best delegate – France- Jhalak Bangeja
High commendation- Nepal- Bushra Memon
Special Mention – Mali- Mahenu Azam
Verbal Mention 1- UK- Riya tapadiya
Verbal Mention 2- Denmark- Raina Songara
AIPPM
Best delegate – Gajendra Singh Shekhawat – Tanya Dishorya
High commendation – Nirmala Sitaram – Ashmika Talreja
Special mention – Edapaddi Palanswami – Kinzza Advani
Verbal Mention- Rahul Gandhi – Kratika Kanungo
Verbal Mention- Adhiranjan Chowdhury – Nehal Jain
UNEP
Best delegate – Germany – Yashika Khatri
High commendation – India – Rashi Chourasya
Special mention – UK – Vanshika Radhwani
Verbal Mention 1 – Italy – Angel Kukreja
Verbal mention 2 – Egypt – Ifra Chara
IIMUN event at Sage University (VII - XII)
July 21 to 23, 2023.
“MUN teaches you not only about global issues but also about teamwork and the art of compromise.”
The students of Queens’ College participated and brought laurels to the School, in IIMUN (India’s International Movement to United Nations) which was held at Sage University, Indore from July 21 to 23, 2023. Our students competed with 600 students of various renowned schools across Indore.
For students participating in the MUN for the first time, the experience proved to be a tremendous morale booster, fostering their ability to voice opinions effectively in front of an audience.
The SAGE University MUN allowed students to showcase their research skills, intellectual agility, and self-assurance. This also offered our students a broader perspective on global issues and the necessary steps to address and overcome them.
Notably, our students demonstrated exceptional talent and earned the following prestigious accolades:
– Yashika Khatri received a High Commendation in the UN Women committee.
– Pawani Tiwari received a Verbal Mention in the UN Women committee.
– Yashvi Garg received a Special Mention in the UNESCO committee.
– Kinzza Advani received a High Commendation in the Continuous Crisis Committee.
The School Management and Principal Ms. Geetha Somasekharan congratulated the students for the exclusive achievement. It is evident that the MUN experience greatly contributed to their growth as confident and informed global citizens.
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QUEENS’ BAGGED LAURELS AT MUN
Queens' MUN Event -2022
“The future has already begun and we are all responsible for it.”
Keeping the same in mind Queens’ College, Indore organized QC MUN 2022 on September 27, 2022 and September 28, 2022 on ‘The Global Happiness Summit.’ This provided an opportunity to the students to replicate the work of the UN and to view the problems while facing the international community from unique perspective. The event was graced by the presence of two renowned visionaries of MUN world; Mr.Nabeel Faruki and Ms. Neerja Chawhan.
Students of standard VIII to XII participated enthusiastically and gained enormous confidence. This also provided them an opportunity to enhance their analytical , research and problem solving skills which in turn widened their arena of thinking. The various committees were SAARC, United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, World Food Programme and UNICEF.
The first day of QC-MUN was power packed with fruitful deliberations. Taking about SAARC, they were eloquently discussing and debating about the reasons for South Asian Countries’ declining rank in happiness index. The delegates of UNCSW set their best foot forward while suggesting necessary steps to promote mental health and well being among women across the globe. The delegates of UNICEF came up with well analyzed parameters for Global Children’s Happiness Index. The delegates of WFP talked about the policies to ensure food security and sound nutrition in developing and impoverished nation.
The second session had all the delegates back with newer ideas. All the committees reverberated with great ideas, thoughts and arguments which proved to change the mindset towards various issues. The closing ceremony witnessed a plethora of cultural events. The two day conference concluded with the felicitation of following outstanding delegates of each committee with a trophy and certificate:-
SAARC
- Best delegate – Canada- Yashita Tilwani
- High commendation- Chile- Ashmika Talreja
- Special mention – Sri Lanka – Ananya Agrawal
UNICEF
- Best Delegate – South Africa – Joana Philip
- High Commendation- Finland – Yashvi Garg
- Special Mention- Bangladesh – Lavika Sethi
UNCSW
- Best Delegate – Israel – Mahak Mankani
- High Commendation- Soudi Arabia -Aditi Patel
- Special Mention – Tanya Dishorya
WFP
- Best Delegate – Russia – Rakshita Soni
- High Commendation – India – Gracy Patidar
- Special Mention – UK – Yashita Khatri
IIMUN Hosted By Queens' College, Indore
July 26,2019 to July 28,2019
Queens’ College, Indore hosted the fifth edition of Indian International Movement to Unite Nations (IIMUN) from July 26-28, 2019. The Ceremony was inaugurated in presence of renowned guests and dignitaries at DAVV auditorium. With the traditional lighting of the lamp the program was taken ahead with the Principal’s addressal to set the tone for the evening.
The esteemed and acclaimed members of the society illumined the ceremony with their gracious presence. The audience was fortunate to be enlightened by the eloquent speeches of the Chief Guest Mr. J.K Tripathi. He emphasized on the importance of being firm in our decisions with the right degree of politeness drawing examples from India’s relation with the neighboring country Pakistan where India follows the policy of a civil but with firm stance. Mr.Siddharth Rajhans, the Guest of Honor addressed the young delegates realize the trappings of losing oneself in the facades of online glamour and need to be realistic and grounded by making career and happiness as their goal in years of learning.The dynamic actress Ridhi Dogra was the Special Guest emphasized on love and care and remain connected to roots of an individual that shapes one’s personality. The special guest R J Anjali and an ex-Queen reminded students of the power within and encouraged them to discuss their worries and anxiety on her show The Superwomen.
Mr. JeeveshGarg the Senior Director of IIMUN gave an insight to its goal and at the same time encouraged the participants for taking the right decision joining the IIMUN. The event encased cultural extravaganza including classical and western dance. The panorama of 9 glorious years of the consortium was presented through the video of IIMUN. The Opening Ceremony was a prelude to the exciting and much anticipated committee sessions of the next two days laying the foundation for another milestone in this journey.
In all 18 committees initiated their sessions with more than 750 student delegates from 20 premier schools from across the city to discuss current global issues.The sessions laid emphasis on discussing tangible and creative solutions to various crisis occurring across the globe, debate feasible ideas, and pass final resolutions. All the three SDGs were discussed in different committees and resolutions were drafted by the delegates. There were 18 agendas discussed by different committees out of which the three main are Niti Aayog, Counter –Terrorism Implementation Task Force and General Assembly Plenary.
To Save Environment (WISE), with the aim of engaging the global student community in an area of utmost significance – the state of our planet, towards environment awareness and mitigation of climate change, a plantation drive was conducted by Ms.Ridhi Dogra with plantation of 800 saplings in the school campus.
During the committee sessions the Chief Guest, Mr.J.K.Tripathi, addressed the delegates and referred to the historic moments to encourage the roles of student delegates. He visited a few committees and shared his views on the agendas giving valuable advice.
Through the sessions of moderated and unmoderated caucus the committees conducted various discussions. UN Women Committee discussed the rights to gender equality. Harry Potter committee discussed concerns of the wizard war. Counter terrorism Implementation Task Force discussed terrorism and its root causes. FIFA committee discussed the inter league and global league tournaments. Central Drugs Standard Control organization committee held up discussions on issue of drug taxation and monitoring their sales. The World Trade Committee session discussed US-China trade war. International Cricket Council discussed rules of T10 series. LokSabha Committee delegates represented themselves as the renowned diplomats of Indian politics. Niti Aayog Committee raised discussion on national policies and Presidential versus Parliamentary rules beside the election procedures and expenses. Socio-Cultural and Humanitarian Committee discussed matured issues like human trafficking security issues and employment opportunities.
The committee sessions closed awarding delegates in each committee individually declaring the Best Delegate, High Commendation and Special mention. The closing ceremony saw an enthralling classical presentation by the Naadyog Gurukult roup.The Best Delegation Award was given to Queens’ College Indore and the Runner Up trophy was bagged by Micro Vision School Burhanpur.
| SSLE + Law Commission | High Commendation | Simol Lakhani |
| Special Mention | Apoorva Singh | |
| ICC | Best Delegate | Riya Goyal |
| High Commendation | Jiya Chimrani | |
| Harry Potter | High Commendation | Mahi Mittal |
| Special Mention | Kashish Gera | |
| Niti Ayog | High Commendation | Priyanshi Batheja |
| SOCHUM | Special Mention | Akshata Mandape |
| SSCDSCO | Best Delegate | Priyesha Somaiya |
| High Commendation | Sheena Syed | |
| Special Mention | Medhavi Sharma | |
| CTITF | Best Delegate | Rebecca John |
| Special Mention | Vaidehi Bhat | |
| SSNI | High Commendation | GracyYadav |
| UN Women | Best Delegate | Kamakshi Kumar |
| Marvel | Best Delegate | KavishLadha |
Rebecca John Bagged High Recommendation Award in IIMUN, Aambey Valley
August 15,2019 to August 18,2019
Queens’ Family congratulates Rebecca John for winning High Recommendation Award, Reeaa Rana for ranking 6th in the committee of 60 delegates, Divita Barfa for 17th and Harleen Chawla for 22nd rank in IIMUN Championship Conference 2019 held at Aamby Valley.
