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The 13th Annual Global Classrooms International High School Model UN Conference (GCIMUN) will be held from May 17-19, 2012 and UN Headquarters and the Grand Hyatt Hotel in New York, NY.
The 2012 conference will bring together students from around the world to discuss diverse and pressing international issues such the role of women in peace and security, the elimination of racism and xenophobia, and the effects of atomic radiation. This year's General Assembly regional committee will simulate the 2012 Earth Summit (Rio+20), focusing on climate change, sustainability and the challenges of global environmental stewardship. GCIMUN 2012 will provide an unparalleled, authentic simulation of the United Nations in a world class setting, and the chance for delegates to work side-by-side with thousands of students from across the country and around the globe.
Conference Frequently Asked Questions
Interested in attending GCIMUN 2012? Read our frequently asked questions and learn more about registration, conference costs, and the venue. In Review: 12th Annual GCIMUN -- 2011
Did you miss GCIMUN 2011 Opening Ceremonies? The entire event has been captured on video and is available online.
A photo gallery of Opening Ceremonies is available on our Facebook page.
The 12th Annual Global Classrooms International Model UN Conference (GCIMUN), sponsored by the United Nations Association of the United States of America’s Global Classrooms® program, was held on May 12 – 14, 2011. Welcoming 2300 students from more than 20 nations, the three-day conference was held at United Nations Headquarters and the Grand Hyatt Hotel in mid-town Manhattan, and featured both Opening and Closing Ceremonies in the General Assembly Hall of the UN. Are you a teacher? Join our Online Model UN Discussion Boards!
 UNA-USA's Model UN Discussion Boards are a great way to connect teachers, students, and Model UN enthusiast. The discussion boards are also a valuable resource for learning from the experience of fellow teachers and sharing ideas to better prepare for the conferences.
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The InterDependent:
UNA-USA’s online news magazine.
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki Moon, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Frank McCourt, and Ambassador William. H. Luers addresses 2,300 Model UN students at the 2008 UNA-USA MUN Conference opening ceremonies, held in the General Assembly Hall of UN Headquarters.
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