DurMUN 2025

Durham University Model United Nations

Jan 31 – Feb 2, 2025 Durham, United Kingdom

Durham University Model United Nations

Conference

Durham, United Kingdom·Europe

Jan 31 – Feb 2, 2025

200 delegates expected

University students

In English

About

Conquering Adversity: Security Through Diplomacy

DurMUN is the annual Model United Nations conference organised by Durham University United ​Nations Association (DUUNA). Taking place from 31 January to 2 February 2025 at Durham University, it is the most prestigious conference in North East England, due to its ​standard of debate and breathtaking historical and architectural venues. The conference will provide a dynamic platform for delegates to tackle pressing global issues, engage in thought-provoking debates, and form connections with fellow students from across the UK and beyond. 

With various committees, expert chairs, and an exceptional social program, DurMUN 2025 promises to be an experience you won’t want to miss. Whether you are a newcomer or a seasoned delegate, we are confident that you will enjoy, learn from, ​and fondly remember DurMUN 2025.

Applications:

Delegate Application Form

Chair Application Form

Payment

Participation

You must be a currently-enrolled university student.

Committees

  • United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC)

    35 seats · Expert · English
    Eliminating the Abuses of the Kafala System: Upholding Dignity and Human Rights for Migrant Workers and 1 more topic

    United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC)

    35 seats · Expert · English

    Topics

    1. Eliminating the Abuses of the Kafala System: Upholding Dignity and Human Rights for Migrant Workers
    2. Ending the Exploitation of Children in Conflict: Tackling the Deployment of Child Soldiers in the Democratic Republic of Congo

    Countries

    How this committee type works

  • Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)

    35 seats · Intermediate · English
    Strengthening International Access to Renewable Resources for Sustainable Developmentand 1 more topic

    Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)

    35 seats · Intermediate · English

    Topics

    1. Strengthening International Access to Renewable Resources for Sustainable Development
    2. Ensuring the Stability and Resilience of Global Supply Chains amid Growing Protectionist Policies

    Countries

    How this committee type works

  • Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW)

    35 seats · Intermediate · English
    Eradicating Harmful Cultural Practices Against Womenand 1 more topic

    Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW)

    35 seats · Intermediate · English

    Topics

    1. Eradicating Harmful Cultural Practices Against Women
    2. Improving Women’s Access to Sexual Education

    Countries

  • Social Humanitarian and Cultural Committee (SOCHUM)

    35 seats · Beginner · English
    Addressing the Crisis of the ‘Lost Generation’ of the Rohingya peopleand 1 more topic

    Social Humanitarian and Cultural Committee (SOCHUM)

    35 seats · Beginner · English

    Topics

    1. Addressing the Crisis of the ‘Lost Generation’ of the Rohingya people
    2. Protecting Indigenous Land Rights in South America: Advocating for Legal Frameworks and Preventing Cultural and Resource Exploitation

    Countries

    How this committee type works

  • Special Political and Decolonization Committee (SPECPOL)

    35 seats · Beginner · English
    Restricting the Use of Former Colonies as Tax Havens: Mitigating Exploitation and Promoting Equity in International Economic Practicesand 1 more topic

    Special Political and Decolonization Committee (SPECPOL)

    35 seats · Beginner · English

    Topics

    1. Restricting the Use of Former Colonies as Tax Havens: Mitigating Exploitation and Promoting Equity in International Economic Practices
    2. Assessing Debt Dependency as a Neocolonial Strategy: Fostering Economic Autonomy in Africa

    Countries

    How this committee type works

  • United Nations Security Council (UNSC)

    20 seats · Expert · English
    Addressing the Nile’s Water Security Crisisand 1 more topic

    United Nations Security Council (UNSC)

    20 seats · Expert · English

    Topics

    1. Addressing the Nile’s Water Security Crisis
    2. De-escalating Tensions in the Taiwan Strait

    Countries

    How this committee type works

  • Disarmament and International Security Committee (DISEC)

    35 seats · Beginner · English
    Addressing the Impact of Private Military Contractors on Global Securityand 1 more topic

    Disarmament and International Security Committee (DISEC)

    35 seats · Beginner · English

    Topics

    1. Addressing the Impact of Private Military Contractors on Global Security
    2. Reviving and Strengthening the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)

    Countries

    How this committee type works

Partner conferences

TrondMUN 2025

Trondheim, Norway

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Organizers

Anthony Law
DUUNA MUN Director

Charlotte Jack
Secretary General

Cholatich Supawattanapong
DUUNA President

Durham University United Nations Association
Conference Host

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