UN Development Programme (UNDP) in Model UN

The UN Development Programme is the UN's lead agency on international development, working in 170 countries and territories to eradicate poverty and reduce inequality. An Executive Board of 36 member states, under the authority of ECOSOC, oversees its work. In Model UN, UNDP committees seat countries, and their topics often turn to the Sustainable Development Goals and climate change.

Updated Oct 5, 2026

Upcoming UNDP conferences

16 conferences

  • MUN Without Borders

    Oct 10-11, 2026 · Online

    Languages: English

    Applications closed

    • High school
    • Free
    • 100 delegates
    • High school
    • Free
  • International Model United Nations of Ecuador

    Oct 15-17, 2026 · Quito, Ecuador

    Languages: English, Spanish

    Apply by Oct 11

    • High school
    • $40, about 36 euros
    • Ages up to 19
    • High school
    • $40, about 36 euros
    • Ages up to 19
  • Seoul Youth Model United Nations

    Oct 23-26, 2026 · Seoul, Republic of Korea

    Languages: English

    Not open yet

    • All levels
    • 120 delegates
    • All levels
  • A:Blind Model United Nations

    Nov 7-8, 2026 · Online

    Languages: English

    Not open yet

    • All levels
    • Free
    • 150 delegates
    • All levels
    • Free
  • DLMUN Conference VII

    Nov 7-8, 2026 · Online

    Languages: English

    Apply by Nov 6

    • All levels
    • Free
    • Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 1,882 reviews
    • All levels
    • Free
    • Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 1,882 reviews
    • Top academics
    • Top academics
  • The Young Ambassador Project MUN

    Jan 21-24, 2027 · Online

    Languages: English

    Apply by Jan 2

    • High school
    • Free
    • 60 delegates
    • Ages 12–18
    • High school
    • Free
    • Ages 12–18
  • NEWTONU XVI

    Feb 11-13, 2027 · Quito, Ecuador

    Languages: English, Spanish

    Apply by Jan 10

    • High school
    • 300 delegates
    • High school
  • Baku Youth United Nations Simulations

    Feb 13-14, 2027 · Baku, Azerbaijan

    Languages: English

    Apply by Feb 1

    • All levels
    • $75, about 67 euros
    • 200 delegates
    • All levels
    • $75, about 67 euros
  • Ermitage International IB School MUN

    Mar 6-8, 2027 · Paris, France

    Languages: English, French

    Apply by Feb 27

    • High school
    • €145
    • 160 delegates
    • Ages 13–18
    • High school
    • €145
    • Ages 13–18

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UNDP topics in Model UN

Most common on UNDP agendas on mymun: economy and development (34% of 186 topics), then climate and environment (15%) and health and pandemics (9%).

ThemeShare of topics
  1. Economy and development 34%

    Example: Financing Climate Adaptation for Developing Nations, DLMUN Climate Summit VI

  2. Climate and environment 15%

    Example: Advancing Sustainable Poverty Alleviation Through Green Jobs & Renewable Industries, Diplomatia International Model United Nations Conference to the Parties

  3. Health and pandemics 9%

    Example: "Devising Measures to Bridge the Digital Divide in Education Post-COVID-19.", DLMUN Conference V

  4. Cyber and AI 7%

    Example: Harnessing AI to achieve SDG 1 , 2 and 3, Do Your Best Model United Nations

  5. Women and children 6%

    Example: Foestering Sustainable Peace via Development, Cooperation and Women's Empowerment, MODEL UNITED NATIONS CONFERENCE

  6. Education and culture 6%

    Example: “Strengthening Global Education Systems for Inclusive and Quality Learning”, The Indian diplomatic summit

  7. Humanitarian crises 5%

    Example: Humanitarian Aid in Blockaded or Occupied Territories: Ensuring Access to Civilians, Miras International School Model United Nations

  8. Armed conflicts 4%

    Example: Aiding in Sustainable Development and the Rebuilding of War-Torn Middle Eastern Nations, Belgrade International Model United Nations

From 186 UNDP topics on mymun. A topic can touch several themes.

Recent UNDP topics

  1. Financing Climate Adaptation for Developing Nations

    DLMUN Climate Summit VI
    Economy and developmentClimate and environment
  2. Harnessing AI to achieve SDG 1 , 2 and 3

    Do Your Best Model United Nations
    Economy and developmentCyber and AI
  3. Advancing Sustainable Poverty Alleviation Through Green Jobs & Renewable Industries

    Diplomatia International Model United Nations Conference to the Parties
    Economy and developmentClimate and environment
  4. Formalizing the Informal Economy: Strengthening Social Protection Systems in Post-Pandemic Societies

    Münster University International Model United Nations
    Economy and developmentHealth and pandemics
  5. Restructuring the International Debt Relief Programme to Enable Sustainable Development

    University Of Sharjah Model United Nations
    Economy and development
  6. The Reality of SDGs in Africa: Is Economic Growth a False Promise without Political Stability?

    EMERGE ZAMBIA MODEL UNITED NATIONS MOCK SEMI CONFERENCE
    Economy and development
  7. Critical Assessment of the Effectiveness of the Sustainable Development Goals in Least Developed Countries (LDCs): Realistic Roadmap or Symbolic Commitment ?

    Solis Summit
    Economy and development
  8. Il divario tra Nord e Sud Italia: strategie per la coesione territoriale e la giustizia economica

    Mediterranean Model United Nations
    Economy and development

UNDP countries in Model UN

China, the United States, the United Kingdom, France and India appear on 77 to 92% of UNDP seat lists on mymun. Its Executive Board, shared with UNFPA and UNOPS, seats 8 African, 7 Asia-Pacific, 4 Eastern European, 5 Latin American and Caribbean and 12 Western European and other states.

Most often seated

CountryShare of seat lists
  1. 1China 92%
  2. 2United States 89%
  3. 3United Kingdom 85%
  4. 4France 80%
  5. 5India 77%
  6. 6Germany 76%
  7. 7Brazil 74%
  8. 8Japan 74%
  9. 9Russian Federation 74%
  10. 10South Africa 58%
  11. 11Canada 57%
  12. 12Republic of Korea 57%

Share of 137 UNDP seat lists on mymun.

Most requested

CountryShare of applicants
  1. 1France 5%
  2. 2United States 5%
  3. 3India 5%
  4. 4China 4%
  5. 5Germany 4%
  6. 6United Kingdom 4%
  7. 7Canada 4%
  8. 8Brazil 4%
  9. 9Japan 3%
  10. 10Russian Federation 2%
  11. 11South Africa 2%
  12. 12Finland 2%

Share of 4,883 UNDP applicants on mymun who asked for the country.

UNDP in Model UN: quick answers

How many delegates are in a UNDP committee?

The real Executive Board has 36 member states, elected by ECOSOC.

How does the UNDP Executive Board decide?

By consensus where it can: its rules of procedure encourage consensus, and when the Board does vote, ECOSOC's rules apply. Board members submit the draft decisions, and the Board reports to ECOSOC every year.

Is UNDP a good committee for beginners?

Yes: UNDP's Human Development Index scores countries on health, education and income, so a delegation can open its position with its own country's figures.

What topics does UNDP debate in Model UN?

Top themes in 186 UNDP topics on mymun: economy and development (34%), climate and environment (15%) and health and pandemics (9%).