Dilijan Model United Nations
Hosted at the dynamic and multicultural United World College Dilijan, DiliMUN offers an exceptional opportunity to engage in thought-provoking discussions on a wide range of global issues. As a delegate, you will collaborate with peers from around the world, draft impactful resolutions, and apply critical thinking and diplomacy to tackle pressing international challenges.
This conference is designed for those who thrive in an intellectually stimulating environment and seek to develop their debate, negotiation, and leadership skills.
Theme of the Conference:
Peace and Justice: Fostering Cooperation in a Multipolar World
Dates: March 21–23
Eligibility: Open to participants aged 15–19
This conference is designed for those who thrive in an intellectually stimulating environment and seek to develop their debate, negotiation, and leadership skills.
Theme of the Conference:
Peace and Justice: Fostering Cooperation in a Multipolar World
Dates: March 21–23
Eligibility: Open to participants aged 15–19
WHAT IS MUN?
Model United Nations (MUN) is an educational simulation where students role-play as delegates representing different countries in the United Nations. It enhances participants’ understanding of global issues, diplomacy, and international relations while improving their public speaking and negotiation skills.
Key Features of MUN
Debate Global Issues – Delegates discuss pressing world challenges, including climate change, human rights, and international security.
Represent Countries – Participants research and adopt the stance of their assigned country, advocating for policies aligned with their nation's interests.
Improve Critical Skills – MUN fosters leadership, critical thinking, public speaking, and diplomacy.
Network with Peers – Participants engage with students from different schools, backgrounds, and cultures, expanding their worldview.
Committees
1
UNSC
Advanced: Third-Party Interventions in Georgia’s Elections
Allegations of Russian interference in Georgia’s 2024 parliamentary elections—including cyberattacks, disinformation, and support for pro-Russian groups—have raised concerns about electoral integrity. Meanwhile, Western actors like the U.S. and EU provide election monitoring and technical aid, sparking debate over democracy protection versus national sovereignty.This session will examine the impact of external influence on Georgia’s elections, the role of international organizations in safeguarding democracy, and strategies to prevent future interference.
2
SOCUM
Higher Intermediate: Development and Social Cohesion in Post-Conflict Kosovo
Kosovo’s post-conflict development is shaped by economic fragility, political tensions, and ethnic divisions rooted in the 1998–1999 war. While infrastructure was rebuilt, challenges like high unemployment, reliance on remittances, and weak foreign investment persist.
Social cohesion remains fragile, with ongoing tensions between the Albanian majority and Serb minority, many of whom reject Kosovo’s independence. Delegates must evaluate how their country’s stance on sovereignty, past conflicts, and regional stability influences its approach to Kosovo’s economic recovery and reconciliation efforts.
Kosovo’s post-conflict development is shaped by economic fragility, political tensions, and ethnic divisions rooted in the 1998–1999 war. While infrastructure was rebuilt, challenges like high unemployment, reliance on remittances, and weak foreign investment persist.
Social cohesion remains fragile, with ongoing tensions between the Albanian majority and Serb minority, many of whom reject Kosovo’s independence. Delegates must evaluate how their country’s stance on sovereignty, past conflicts, and regional stability influences its approach to Kosovo’s economic recovery and reconciliation efforts.
3
DISEC
Lower Intermediate: International Cooperation for Nuclear Disarmament
Nuclear disarmament requires global cooperation to reduce stockpiles while balancing security concerns. Treaties like the NPT, CTBT, and TPNW have made progress, but challenges remain due to geopolitical tensions, regional conflicts, and nuclear deterrence policies.
New technologies, including AI and hypersonic missiles, further complicate disarmament efforts. This session will examine ways to rebuild trust among nuclear powers, strengthen existing treaties, and address the concerns of both nuclear and non-nuclear states in creating a safer, more stable world.
Nuclear disarmament requires global cooperation to reduce stockpiles while balancing security concerns. Treaties like the NPT, CTBT, and TPNW have made progress, but challenges remain due to geopolitical tensions, regional conflicts, and nuclear deterrence policies.
New technologies, including AI and hypersonic missiles, further complicate disarmament efforts. This session will examine ways to rebuild trust among nuclear powers, strengthen existing treaties, and address the concerns of both nuclear and non-nuclear states in creating a safer, more stable world.
4
UNHCR
Beginner: The Status of Internally Displaced Refugees (Armenian Committee)
Ներքին տեղահանված անձինք (ՆՏԱ) 2023 թվականին հասել են 71 միլիոնի, կրկնակի լրջացնելով հումանիտար խնդիրները՝ պատերազմների, անկայունության և կլիմայական աղետների պատճառով: ՆՏԱ-ները չեն ստանում միջազգային պաշտպանության, հաճախ ապրում են ճամբարներում կամ վտանգավոր քաղաքային տարածքներում՝ առանց անհրաժեշտ պայմանների: Սիրիան, Եմենը և Կոնգոն դժվարանում են ապահովել աջակցություն, իսկ կլիմայական աղետները, ինչպես Պակիստանի ջրհեղեղը, խորացնում են տեղահանությունները: Պետական ռեսուրսների պակասը, աղքատ թաղամասերի ընդլայնումը և հիվանդությունների ռիսկը մեծացնում են խնդիրը: Տեղահանվածների պաշտպանության և կլիմայական դիմակայության ռազմավարությունների զարգացումը կարևոր է խնդրի հաղթահարման համար։
Ներքին տեղահանված անձինք (ՆՏԱ) 2023 թվականին հասել են 71 միլիոնի, կրկնակի լրջացնելով հումանիտար խնդիրները՝ պատերազմների, անկայունության և կլիմայական աղետների պատճառով: ՆՏԱ-ները չեն ստանում միջազգային պաշտպանության, հաճախ ապրում են ճամբարներում կամ վտանգավոր քաղաքային տարածքներում՝ առանց անհրաժեշտ պայմանների: Սիրիան, Եմենը և Կոնգոն դժվարանում են ապահովել աջակցություն, իսկ կլիմայական աղետները, ինչպես Պակիստանի ջրհեղեղը, խորացնում են տեղահանությունները: Պետական ռեսուրսների պակասը, աղքատ թաղամասերի ընդլայնումը և հիվանդությունների ռիսկը մեծացնում են խնդիրը: Տեղահանվածների պաշտպանության և կլիմայական դիմակայության ռազմավարությունների զարգացումը կարևոր է խնդրի հաղթահարման համար։
5
UNODC
Intermediate: Illegal Drug Cartels and Crime in Latin America
Drug cartels in Latin America threaten regional stability, driving violence, corruption, and economic hardship while expanding their global influence. The high demand for cocaine in wealthier nations sustains these networks, forcing rural farmers into coca cultivation due to poverty and coercion.
Weak law enforcement and political instability allow cartels to infiltrate governments and operate freely. Beyond crime, their activities fuel deforestation and illegal mining, especially in the Amazon. Combating this crisis requires international cooperation, economic alternatives for farmers, and stronger anti-corruption efforts to dismantle cartel power.
Drug cartels in Latin America threaten regional stability, driving violence, corruption, and economic hardship while expanding their global influence. The high demand for cocaine in wealthier nations sustains these networks, forcing rural farmers into coca cultivation due to poverty and coercion.
Weak law enforcement and political instability allow cartels to infiltrate governments and operate freely. Beyond crime, their activities fuel deforestation and illegal mining, especially in the Amazon. Combating this crisis requires international cooperation, economic alternatives for farmers, and stronger anti-corruption efforts to dismantle cartel power.
6
UNHRC
Beginner: Violation of Women's Rights in Conflict Areas
Women in conflict zones face severe rights violations, including sexual violence, displacement, lack of healthcare, and marginalization. Over 600 million women and girls live in conflict-affected regions, with cases rising in Syria, Sudan, and Ukraine.
Despite global efforts, weak legal protections and social stigma often hinder justice and recovery. Ensuring women's safety and rights requires stronger laws, more humanitarian aid, and greater inclusion of women in peacebuilding and post-conflict recovery. Addressing these issues is essential for both immediate protection and lasting peace.
Women in conflict zones face severe rights violations, including sexual violence, displacement, lack of healthcare, and marginalization. Over 600 million women and girls live in conflict-affected regions, with cases rising in Syria, Sudan, and Ukraine.
Despite global efforts, weak legal protections and social stigma often hinder justice and recovery. Ensuring women's safety and rights requires stronger laws, more humanitarian aid, and greater inclusion of women in peacebuilding and post-conflict recovery. Addressing these issues is essential for both immediate protection and lasting peace.
“The Dilijan Model United Nations brings together delegates from Armenia and beyond to engage in debates and collaboration on pressing global issues. This conference offers a valuable opportunity to recognize that reality is inherently subjective — each of us interprets it differently, particularly in the context of nations, where diverse socio-economic structures shape unique perspectives on how these issues manifest. Additionally, you will connect with open-minded individuals who will elevate diplomatic discussions into dynamic exchanges of theories and approaches, fostering both intellectual challenge and creative conflict.”
- Manvel Hovhannisyan, Secretary General
- Manvel Hovhannisyan, Secretary General
“Beyond fostering global awareness, the Dilijan Model United Nations is a catalyst for personal growth. This transformation is rooted in the recognition that we all hold implicit assumptions, often without realizing it. Meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives requires active and thoughtful listening, which, at times, challenges our preconceived notions. DiliMUN provides a platform for heightened self-awareness, allowing participants to critically examine their biases — barriers that, when acknowledged, can pave the way for integrating seemingly disparate perspectives.”
- Eva Kudryavtseva, Secretary General
- Eva Kudryavtseva, Secretary General
Participation fee
The participation fee for the program is 38,000 AMD. Payment instructions will be provided upon acceptance. A receipt will be issued upon confirmation of payment.
For any questions or further clarification regarding the payment process, please contact our office.
For any questions or further clarification regarding the payment process, please contact our office.
A Truly Global Experience at DiliMUN
Delegates & Global Representation
At DiliMUN, you'll engage with a diverse group of delegates from around the world. This is more than just a debate—it's an opportunity to exchange ideas, challenge perspectives, and collaborate with individuals who share your passion for global issues.
Resolutions & Real-World Impact
Your voice matters. The resolutions you draft at DiliMUN tackle real-world challenges, shaping discussions on pressing international issues. What starts as a debate here can inspire meaningful solutions beyond the conference.
Networking & Collaboration
DiliMUN isn’t just about policy—it's about people. Connect with like-minded peers, experts, and thought leaders, building relationships that can lead to future collaborations, opportunities, and lasting friendships.
Schedule
Friday, March 21
10:00 - 10:45 Arrival and Registration
10:45 - 11:15 Welcome Refreshments
11:15 - 12:00 Opening Ceremony
12:00 - 12:20 General Teambuilding
12:20 - 13:00 Briefing
13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
14:00 - 15:00 Workshops
15:00 - 17:00 Training
17:00 - 17:10 Departure
10:00 - 10:45 Arrival and Registration
10:45 - 11:15 Welcome Refreshments
11:15 - 12:00 Opening Ceremony
12:00 - 12:20 General Teambuilding
12:20 - 13:00 Briefing
13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
14:00 - 15:00 Workshops
15:00 - 17:00 Training
17:00 - 17:10 Departure
Saturday, March 22
10:00 - 10:30 Arrival and Registration
10:30 - 13:00 Debates I
13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
14:00 - 15:30 Debates II
15:30 - 15:45 Coffee Break
15:45 - 17:00 Debates III
17:00 - 17:10 Departure
20:00 - 21:00 Bonfire (Optional)
10:00 - 10:30 Arrival and Registration
10:30 - 13:00 Debates I
13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
14:00 - 15:30 Debates II
15:30 - 15:45 Coffee Break
15:45 - 17:00 Debates III
17:00 - 17:10 Departure
20:00 - 21:00 Bonfire (Optional)
Sunday, March 23
10:00 - 10:30 Arrival and Registration
10:30 - 12:00 Debates IV
12:00 - 13:00 Lunch
13:00 - 15:00 Debates V
15:00 - 15:30 Coffee Break
15:30 - 17:00 General Assembly
17:00 - 17:30 Closing Ceremony
17:30 - 18:00 Transfer to Hover Hotel
18:00 - 20:45 Gala Dinner
10:00 - 10:30 Arrival and Registration
10:30 - 12:00 Debates IV
12:00 - 13:00 Lunch
13:00 - 15:00 Debates V
15:00 - 15:30 Coffee Break
15:30 - 17:00 General Assembly
17:00 - 17:30 Closing Ceremony
17:30 - 18:00 Transfer to Hover Hotel
18:00 - 20:45 Gala Dinner
Exclusive Accommodation Discounts for DiliMUN Participants
We are excited to offer special accommodation discounts for DiliMUN participants at two partner hotels in Dilijan:
Dilijani Tun Hotel – 15% off
Address: 36 house, 4 alley, Ordzhonikidze Street, Dilijan
Contact: +374 33 058 888
Email: info@dilijanitun.am
Address: 36 house, 4 alley, Ordzhonikidze Street, Dilijan
Contact: +374 33 058 888
Email: info@dilijanitun.am
HOVER Boutique Hotel – 20% off
Address: 3/1 Andranik Street, Dilijan
Contact: +374 95 920 091
Email: sales@hover.am
Address: 3/1 Andranik Street, Dilijan
Contact: +374 95 920 091
Email: sales@hover.am
How to Claim Your Discount:
After receiving your official acceptance to DiliMUN 2025, contact us via email to request promo codes and additional booking details.
Plan your stay early to make the most of these special offers and ensure a comfortable experience at the conference!
After receiving your official acceptance to DiliMUN 2025, contact us via email to request promo codes and additional booking details.
Plan your stay early to make the most of these special offers and ensure a comfortable experience at the conference!
FAQs
Who can participate?
DiliMUN is open to individuals aged 15-19, including high school and university students. Applications are open to both local and international participants, and no prior MUN experience is required.
Is there training for beginners?
Yes! We offer four optional training sessions designed for beginners. These sessions, conducted in English and Armenian, will last 1.5 hours each and take place via Zoom. The training will cover both procedural aspects and research strategies to help participants feel prepared. Recordings and materials may be provided for those unable to attend live.
Are accommodation and transportation provided?
Accommodation and transportation are not included in the participation fee. Participants are responsible for arranging their own stay and travel. However, upon acceptance, we will provide a list of recommended accommodations, some of which may offer deals or discounts for DiliMUN participants. We strongly encourage booking in advance.
What are the dining options?
Meals are included in the participation fee. Participants will be provided with lunches from the UWC Dilijan cafeteria, managed by Art Lunch, as well as coffee breaks throughout the event. The fee also covers two social events: a bonfire night and a gala dinner.
How long does it take to receive a response after applying?
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and you can expect to receive a response within two weeks of submission.
What are the next steps after submitting the application?
Is there an option to participate online?
No, DiliMUN is an in-person conference. Engaging in face-to-face diplomacy and networking is an essential part of the experience.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline is March 2. Payment confirmation and other key deadlines will be communicated upon acceptance.
DiliMUN is open to individuals aged 15-19, including high school and university students. Applications are open to both local and international participants, and no prior MUN experience is required.
Is there training for beginners?
Yes! We offer four optional training sessions designed for beginners. These sessions, conducted in English and Armenian, will last 1.5 hours each and take place via Zoom. The training will cover both procedural aspects and research strategies to help participants feel prepared. Recordings and materials may be provided for those unable to attend live.
Are accommodation and transportation provided?
Accommodation and transportation are not included in the participation fee. Participants are responsible for arranging their own stay and travel. However, upon acceptance, we will provide a list of recommended accommodations, some of which may offer deals or discounts for DiliMUN participants. We strongly encourage booking in advance.
What are the dining options?
Meals are included in the participation fee. Participants will be provided with lunches from the UWC Dilijan cafeteria, managed by Art Lunch, as well as coffee breaks throughout the event. The fee also covers two social events: a bonfire night and a gala dinner.
How long does it take to receive a response after applying?
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and you can expect to receive a response within two weeks of submission.
What are the next steps after submitting the application?
- Payment Confirmation – Upon acceptance, you will receive payment details. To confirm participation, payment must be completed within 7 days of receiving the acceptance letter.
- Country Assignment – After completing the payment, you will receive your assigned country via email within a few days.
- Research & Preparation – You will need to research your assigned country and committee topics. Online training sessions will also be available before the conference, with more details to be shared later.
- Position Papers – A position paper will be required, with a submission deadline of March 21, the first day of the conference.
Is there an option to participate online?
No, DiliMUN is an in-person conference. Engaging in face-to-face diplomacy and networking is an essential part of the experience.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline is March 2. Payment confirmation and other key deadlines will be communicated upon acceptance.
Still have questions?
We would be happy to answer
We would be happy to answer
7 Getapnya St, Dilijan 3903
Email: dilimun@uwcdilijan.am
Phone: +374 60 750 800
Email: dilimun@uwcdilijan.am
Phone: +374 60 750 800
