THIMUN MiniMUN: Introductory Model United Nations Conference
THIMUN MUN experience credential
Annual 1-day introductory Model United Nations conference held near The Hague, Netherlands, designed for students with limited prior MUN experience.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
€50
Participation format
Individual
Duration
1-day conference
Time needed
One conference day
Eligibility
Open to secondary school students (grades 8-12) from participating schools. Designed as an introductory conference for students with limited MUN experience. New schools join a waiting list; participation is by invitation. Conference is held in Wassenaar, Netherlands.
- Grade level
- Grade 8 to 12
- Age range
- 6 to 18 years
- Academic requirement
- Open to secondary school students enrolled in THIMUN-registered or newly accepted participating schools. Particularly suited to students with limited prior MUN experience.
- Prerequisites
- Enrolment in a THIMUN-accepted participating school
- Contact info@thimun.org to register interest and join the waiting list (new schools)
- Working proficiency in English (conference language)
- Regional eligibility criteria
- Indian participants must possess a valid passport and obtain a Schengen visa for travel to the Netherlands.
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Rewards and recognition
Recognition
THIMUN MUN experience credential
Skills your child builds
Key dates
Last edition
- Registration closed
- 12 Sept 2026
- Dates
- 3 Oct 2026
How to apply
- 1New schools email info@thimun.org to express interest and are placed on a waiting list
- 2Submit participant list (Form II) and pay conference fees
Rules and guidelines
- Participation is by school registration only; individual applications are not accepted
- Conference proceedings follow THIMUN Rules of Procedure
- The official conference language is English
Fees and financial support
Fee details
EUR 50 per participant, including lunch on the conference day. International travel to Netherlands, Schengen visa, and lodging are not included in the conference fee.
About this opportunity
THIMUN MiniMUN is a one-day introductory Model United Nations conference organised annually by the THIMUN Foundation, held each October at Rijnlands Lyceum Wassenaar near The Hague, Netherlands. Established in 1986, it is specifically designed for students with limited MUN experience, serving as an accessible entry point before larger THIMUN events. Students simulate 87 country delegations across UN General Assembly committees, Security Council, and ECOSOC, debating global issues in a structured but supportive environment.
Participation is school-based and by invitation. New schools join a waiting list by contacting info@thimun.org; accepted schools submit registration forms and pay by early October.
MiniMUN provides beginning students with hands-on experience of THIMUN Rules of Procedure, resolution drafting, formal debate, and lobbying. It also trains beginning Student Officers who work alongside experienced facilitators.
Completing MiniMUN prepares delegations for the full THIMUN The Hague conference in January (3,200 participants) and THIMUN Singapore in October, offering a direct pathway to advanced MUN experiences.
What your child will do
- Lobbying and resolution drafting
- Formal committee debate
- General Assembly plenary session
- Beginning Student Officer (chair) roles
Mentors and faculty
Beginning Student Officers are trained and supported alongside experienced THIMUN facilitators; school MUN Directors supervise their delegations.
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Academic details
Difficulty: Beginner
What's covered
Students simulate 87 country delegations across General Assembly committees, Security Council, and ECOSOC in a single-day conference format designed for first-time or early-stage MUN participants.
Frequently asked questions
How does participation in this program contribute to a student's long-term development?
Participation in this introductory MUN program helps students develop foundational skills in diplomacy, public speaking, research, and resolution drafting. These skills are valuable for academic success and future career paths, fostering global awareness and critical thinking.
What is the expected time commitment for students involved in this program?
THIMUN MiniMUN is a one-day conference, requiring a focused time commitment on the event day itself. Preparation time before the conference will vary based on the student's role and prior experience, typically involving research and resolution drafting.
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