Our project kicked off in October 2023. We met every Monday evening in Hohenheim. In November, we held an intensive preparatory weekend retreat at a mountain lodge on Lake Constance—the perfect opportunity to get ready for the conference. The participants learned how to engage in constructive discussions as diplomats and practiced delivering political speeches in English. The preparation also included in-depth research on Cameroon’s social, economic, and environmental positions, the results of which were documented in position papers for the various committees and sent to the organizers of the NMUN conference in New York City.
Our trip began on March 18, 2024, at a hotel near Soho. We had a study week ahead of us filled with many unique and exciting visits to several permanent missions to the UN. We also visited the ARD office and gained insights into the work of the UN Secretariat. On March 23, 2024, the big day finally arrived. Our 18 delegates could hardly wait to present what they had learned during the weekly preparatory sessions. Looking back, we can say: The effort was worth it. The study week and our participation in the “National Model United Nations 2024” were unforgettable.
At the outset, what brought us together was primarily our shared interest in international politics. In the end, it was the shared experiences, memories, and friendships that developed during our trip that united us. In conclusion, we, the project leaders, are more than satisfied with the outcome of the simulation and very proud to have mentored such a dedicated and hardworking group of students.
Faculty Advisors 2024,
Anna-Maria Götzke & Adrian Mitlacher & Erik Maier
