AKS Model United Nations

AKS - MODEL UNITED NATIONS

The first, Aga Khan Schools Model United Nations (AKSMUN), was hosted by the Diamond Jubilee High School, Mumbai, on the 22nd and 23rd of October, 2021. The AKSMUN saw 74 delegates research and write Position Papers. Then, they - discussed, debated, lobbied, and passed resolutions on important international issues in the AKSMUN’s UNSC, WHO, UNESCO and UNEP. Themes like, the Afghan Crisis (the status and freedom of women in Afghanistan); Vaccine availability in the context of IPR; Bridging the education gap during the pandemic; and combating Climate Change with a focus on Global warming, kept delegates engaged for two days.

Mr. Julian Drinkall, (General Manager – Aga Khan Schools) was the Guest of Honour at the Inauguration. Stressing the importance of the event, he said, “I am so proud that this will be Aga Khan Schools’ first MUN. Not only does it introduce our students to the world of diplomacy, international relations, the UN, and discussions around current, relevant topics, but it also expands on the curriculum and provides students with the opportunity to develop the skills of research, critical thinking, writing, debate and dialogue, and above all, leadership.” At the Closing Ceremony, the Guest of Honour, Ms Kanta Singh, who spent 9 years in the UNDP and has over 25 years of experience in the management of pro-women development programmes said “The AKS Model United Nations (AKSMUN), is a great platform for students to understand and take up issues of concern right from a young age. This is an important experience for the students, since during the MUN students will learn leadership skills, which, as future leaders at the UN, will be invaluable to not just them, but to the world at large.” To read more, click here.