Conference

Online

Oct 1, 2026

Free

University Students and School Students

Applications

Chairs

Sep 18-24, 2026

Delegates

Sep 18-30, 2026

NOVAMUN 2026

Conference Description

NOVAMUN 2026 — Where diplomacy meets a new generation.

NOVAMUN is a student-led Model United Nations conference bringing together ambitious young delegates from around the world for a day of diplomacy, debate, negotiation, and crisis-driven decision-making.

Designed for students who want more than a traditional MUN experience, NOVAMUN combines realistic committee simulations with fast-paced debate, complex international issues, and opportunities to think strategically under pressure.

Delegates will represent countries, defend national positions, negotiate with other states, introduce solutions, and respond to rapidly developing situations — all while working within the rules and procedures of the United Nations.

Whether you are attending your first conference or are an experienced delegate, NOVAMUN is built around one idea:

Your voice can change the room.

CONFERENCE DETAILS

Date: 01/10/2026
Format: Fully Online
Platform: Google Meet
Time Zone: UK Time (GMT/BST depending on date)
Conference Length: 1 Day
Delegates: International high-school students
Conference Language: English
Dress Code: Formal / Western Business Attire
Experience Level: Beginner–Advanced

Suggested Schedule — UK Time

09:00 – 09:30
Delegate Check-In & Technical Setup

09:30 – 09:45
Opening Ceremony

09:45 – 10:00
Roll Call & Committee Briefings

10:00 – 12:00
Committee Session I

12:00 – 12:30
Break

12:30 – 14:30
Committee Session II

14:30 – 15:00
Lunch Break

15:00 – 17:00
Committee Session III

17:00 – 17:20
Final Committee Actions / Voting

17:20 – 17:45
Closing Ceremony

17:45 – 18:00
Awards & Recognition

WHAT TO EXPECT

Debate

Engage with other delegates through moderated and unmoderated caucuses, speeches, negotiations, and formal committee procedure.

Diplomacy

Build alliances, negotiate compromises, and represent your country's interests — even when they conflict with your own personal views.

Crisis

Selected committees may introduce unexpected developments requiring delegates to adapt their strategies and respond in real time.

Resolution Writing

Transform debate into concrete proposals through working papers, draft resolutions, amendments, and voting.

Recognition

Delegates may be recognized for outstanding performance through awards such as:

  • Best Delegate
  • Outstanding Delegate
  • Honorable Mention
  • Best Position Paper

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

NOVAMUN is open to high-school students from around the world.

You do not need years of MUN experience to participate. Beginners are welcome, while experienced delegates will have opportunities to take on more challenging negotiations and crisis situations.

WHY NOVAMUN?

Global. Meet students representing perspectives from across the world.

Competitive. Put your diplomacy, public speaking, negotiation, and strategic thinking to the test.

Realistic. Experience committee dynamics inspired by real international diplomacy.

Fast-paced. Respond to developments instead of simply reading prepared speeches.

Student-led. Built by students, for students.

Committees

UN WOMEN — United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women
CC: The Global Crisis Cabinet
UN WOMEN — United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women
CC: The Global Crisis Cabinet
Size

36 Spots

Size

16 Spots

Topics

Technology-facilitated violence against women and girls

Women’s participation in peacebuilding and political decision-making

Economic empowerment of women in developing countries

Topics

Corporate Liability — Should the corporation be held internationally responsible for the environmental disaster?

Government Responsibility & Cover-Up — What happens if governments knew about the danger and concealed it?

Compensation, Justice & International Action — Who pays, who investigates, and what international mechanism should resolve the case?

Organizers