Welcome to the Global Houston Model United Nations program!
Model United Nations offers a unique opportunity to research pressing world issues, sharpen your public speaking, and connect with like-minded individuals from diverse backgrounds. As you take on the role of a diplomat, you’ll engage in discussions, draft resolutions, and work with others to solve real-world problems, all while representing the interests of your assigned country or organization. MUN is about learning, listening, and working together to find creative solutions to complex global challenges. We encourage you to approach this experience with an open mind and a willingness to learn. From debating in committees, networking with fellow delegates, and learning what it means to be a delegate- we hope you leave with new knowledge, friendships, and a deeper understanding of the world.
Position Paper Submission
GHMUN Delegate Guide
All-in-one guide for everything delegates need to conquer Conference Day.
GHMUN Workshops
Designed Workshops to build the needed skills for delegates to achieve success.
Additional Training Videos
Research Links
The links we have listed below are useful for getting you started on research. The links are listed as general background information to increasingly specific research from top to bottom.
GHMUN 2026 Background Guides
High School Committees
Special Political & Decolonization Comittee
Misinformation & Influence in the Global South
Junior High Committees
Awards Criteria
Awards Offered
Global Houston Model UN 2025 will feature four awards per committee: Best delegate, Outstanding delegate (2), and Best Position Paper. Awards winners from High School Committees will receive scholarships for their accoplishments.
Delegate Awards Rubric
Position Paper Awards Rubric
Additional guidelines for Position Papers can be found in the GHMUN Delegate Guide.
Code of Conduct
Behavioral expectation
At GHMUN, it is expected that everyone is to be present, respectful, and professional. We ask that you regard each other with respect, civility, and decorum. As learned, a cornerstone of human rights is dignity; we expect all delegates to treat others the way they would want to be treated. There is a zero-tolerance policy for racism, sexual harassment, bullying, homophobia, sexism, or any other form of discrimination or intimidation. We encourage all delegates to report/communicate with their chairs about any occurrence of an incident.
Academic integrity
GHMUN requires all participants to uphold academic integrity. All delegates are expected to write their own Position Papers and contribute to the Resolutions using their own words, without the use of AI. Delegates are encouraged to reference any research used.
If in doubt or a resource or link, cite it.
Respect for diversity
The goal of GHMUN is to create an inclusive environment where all delegates can learn and participate in fostering alliances. This applies to both in and out of sessions. Here at GHMUN, it is our goal to ensure all delegates feel included, seen, and heard.
Please submit any concerns below:
Registration Q+A
Answers to our most frequently asked questions
- Answer: GHUMUN welcomes all high school and middle school students to participate in the sessions as delegates. College/University students are also welcome to participate as a secretariat member or committee chairs.
- Answer:
To register, complete the registration form and pay the registration fee. ($10 per student). Once registration is complete, you will be contacted by the World Affairs Council of Greater Houston’s education team with further instructions and information.
- Answer: The GHMUN has set the registration fee to $10 per student to enable as many schools and students to participate as possible. Preparation materials for the conference will be provided to students and educators free of charge. Lunch will also be provided for the students on conference day.
- Answer: Model UN can be intimidating, especially when you’re first getting started. For help getting started, find a sponsor or educator at your school who can help you prepare for the conference and join you on conference day. GHMUN will provide you with materials and workshops to ensure you are prepared for the conference day. Our goal is to create an environment where delegates of all experience levels can learn, succeed, and have fun.
- Answer: GHMUN will assign all committees and countries.
If you have any additional questions, please contact edu@wachouston.org