BINUS SCHOOL Simprug wholeheartedly congratulates our young students on their achievement through the Model United Nations (MUN) 2025! Leticia (Grade 9) was awarded Most Outstanding Delegate in the UNICEF Council at Yale MUN Singapore, while Riyom (Grade 7) and Nolan (Grade 8) each achieved Most Outstanding Delegate in the UNSC Council and Verbal Commendation in the House of Foreign Affairs Council at JIS MUN 2025. Their dedication and expertise were recognised with prestigious awards. Thriving as aspiring global leaders, these three exceptional representatives of BINUS SCHOOL Simprug shared their inspiring journeys, highlighting their growth in skills such as diplomacy, critical thinking, and public speaking. What is Model United Nations (MUN)?  [caption id="attachment_11584" align="alignnone" width="800"] Source : Binus School[/caption] Before delving into our MUN achievers experience, let’s take a quick overview of the Model United Nations (MUN). This international conference simulation is basically an immersive educational experience where students transform into delegates representing countries or organisations at the United Nations.  Through these activities, the participants, primarily students from various educational levels, role-play as UN delegations and simulate UN committees. However, the process that the participants go through is quite complex. Once registered, each of them will be assigned to a country delegation and a specific committee, covering particular topics. Then, they will have to research the assigned country and topics and prepare position papers, opening speeches, and research binders. Students come prepared to participate in debates, negotiate with other delegates, and subsequently draft resolutions on the topic. Each of these steps cultivates various skills, including research and analytical abilities, communication, and problem-solving, as well as fostering diplomacy, empathy, and compromise. Furthermore, students will also improve their global awareness and understanding of international relations. Correspondingly, it will help them better understand different perspectives, nurturing awareness of inclusivity. Celebrating the Achievements of Our Young Diplomats [caption id="attachment_11585" align="alignnone" width="800"] Source : Binus School[/caption] Knowing the scale and the complexity of MUN, it’s no exaggeration to conclude that the achievements of Leticia, Riyom, and Nolan are exceptional. Let’s learn more about their beautiful journey to accomplish their roles while representing BINUS SCHOOL Simprug and growing as promising leaders.  Leticia: Improved Confidence and Progressed with Leadership Leticia from Grade 9 was awarded as Most Outstanding Delegate for her role under the UNICEF Council at Yale MUN Singapore II 2025.  She humbly explained, 'The chairs shared that my high presence in discussions and significant improvement in confidence and leadership led to the award.'  Representing Thailand, Leticia faced a time constraint and could only cover one topic of the double burden of malnutrition in Southeast Asian children. Yet, she diligently navigated her role, addressed the critical issue, and demonstrated the best of her abilities. Riyom: Tactically Approached Issues with Collaboration Skills Slightly different to Leticia’s case, Riyom was assigned to the United Nations’ Security Council (UNSC) at JIS MUN 2025. Through this opportunity, he tackled civil unrest in Haiti, focusing on civilian needs and government stability, as well as the impunity of UN peacekeepers. Riyom explained that beyond owning the topics, the country’s background, and the solutions he proposed, he believes his “...communication skills during speeches and negotiating with fellow delegates” contributed to his award." Riyom also set the leadership tone through negotiation and collaboration to create solutions and draft resolutions. Nolan: Honourable Mention for His Consistency Nolan also participated in the JIS MUN 2025 as Riyom, where he joined the House of Foreign Affairs Council and took on the role of Brad Sherman, a Senator from California. He addressed the Panama Canal Crisis (advocating for Panama’s sovereignty against Chinese influence) and Chinese-controlled applications (exploring data privacy and national security risks, proposing international regulations and cybersecurity safeguards)  He shared what honourable mention of Verbal Commendation meant, saying, “It shows that my contributions were well-received by chairs and peers alike, even if I didn’t win one of the top awards.” MUN provided these bright students a platform to showcase vital skills in communication, research, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Beyond preparing them as global leaders, BINUS SCHOOL Simprug's diverse programs nurture these skills, aiming to develop future-ready global citizens with strong technical and socio-emotional abilities. BINUS SCHOOL Simprug's Commitment to Global Leadership  The achievements of Leticia, Riyom, and Nolan added another significant milestone in their academic journeys and brought great pride to our school. But beyond celebrating the recognition they earned, BINUS SCHOOL Simprug felt deeply moved to witness their growth, which manifested as a promotion of positive change and addressing global challenges as global citizens.  Our school persists in fostering a growth mindset and supporting their continuous learning and self-improvement, emphasising the development of well-rounded and knowledgeable individuals. To that end, we remain committed to providing opportunities, guidance, and resources to facilitate their involvement in enriching activities like Model United Nations (MUN), equipping them with the skills to make a positive impact on the future.