Early Registration for NHSMUN 2026 has begun!
Session II: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 – Saturday, March 21, 2026
Join us for our most ambitious conference yet!
Established in 1975, NHSMUN is the world’s largest, most diverse, and most prestigious Model UN conference for secondary school students. Long recognized for having the best substantive program on the MUN circuit, NHSMUN is known for its talented attendees, its world-class staff, its highly engaging debates, and its academically rigorous material. Located in New York City, NHSMUN offers unparalleled access to the very heart of global diplomacy. Students are able to attend meetings with the diplomatic representatives of the countries they are representing, and other UN and NGO leaders visit committees for dynamic question and answer sessions. Whether you are a beginner or veteran, if you are looking for a highly engaging, immersive experience in the world of international affairs, problem solving, and diplomacy, NHSMUN is the conference for you.
Students are able to attend meetings with the diplomatic representatives of the countries they are representing, and other UN and NGO leaders visit committees for dynamic question and answer sessions. Whether you are a beginner or veteran, if you are looking for a highly engaging, immersive experience in the world of international affairs, problem solving, and diplomacy, NHSMUN is the conference for you.
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I’m truly honored to be here at NHSMUN. As I look out across the room — you’re the reason I remain optimistic about our future. Your willingness to do the hard work of diplomacy gives me hope. One day, you will be the Presidents, the Prime Ministers, the UN Secretaries-General. You will have the responsibility to lead — and the decisions you make will have the power to change the world.
Joseph R. BidenPresident of the United States
I get a lot of energy from being in this room with you and answering your questions. Frankly, I can learn a lot more from you than I can from most adults. And I think that’s a realization that every UN diplomat has had at one point in their career. Now, the question you just asked is the best question. I wish that all of the UN Permanent Representatives would ask that question.
SRSG Virginia GambaSpecial Representative of the Secretary-General
Why attend NHSMUN?
World-Class Staff
Exclusive Access
Professional Advancement
Individualized Attention
Solutions You Take Home
Academic Rigor
Build a Network
Many years ago, I, myself, was a Model UN delegate. In fact, my high school came to NHSMUN each year. To this day, I give credit to my faculty advisor, who has since become a dear friend, for getting me involved with Model UN, as it directly inspired me to pursue a career in foreign service.
Ambassador Jonathan R. CohenUS Mission to the United Nations
It’s great to welcome you to New York, and please know that we’re thrilled by what you are all doing. The next few days of your conference may be grueling, but push yourselves. Push yourselves, push yourselves. You are the next generation of leaders and we are counting on you to practice now and learn how to solve some of our world’s problems. And for that, we salute you.
Governor Kathy HochulNew York State Governor
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We may be citizens of our sovereign countries, but more importantly, we’re also global citizens. This presents a tremendous responsibility for all of us. That’s why I commend you for being here at NHSMUN. You’ll use what you learn here in the real world; of this I’m certain — and sooner than you may think.
Charles (Chuck) HagelFrmr. U.S. Secretary of Defense
Networking, negotiation, compromise…this is the stuff that makes the world go around. You might not realize it until years from now, but the skills you’re learning here…they might be more important than anything you’ll ever study in a classroom.
Ambassador Susan RiceFormer US Ambassador to the UN; Former U.S. National Security Advisor