Model United Nations Model United Nations

About the Program

YMCA Model United Nations helps middle school students understand the world through an experience-based model. Students collaborate to develop solutions to real-world issues, present ideas to peers and experts, and gain appreciation for diverse cultures while learning the history and purpose of the UN.

Important Update

Model UN will not be offered in 2025, but we’re excited to return in 2026!

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What Students Gain

Through Model UN, participants build skills that last a lifetime:

  • Cultural competency

  • Evidence-based persuasion

  • Planning and decision-making

  • Teamwork and collaboration

Program Highlights

  • Students take positions on today’s international issues

  • Debate from multiple perspectives

  • Develop solutions to global challenges

  • Meet students from across Northern California

  • Attend two regional conferences

Locations

We offer two delegations:

  • Midtown Sacramento

  • Grass Valley