MODEL UNITED NATIONS

2-DAY CONFERENCE - MUNASH

OVERVIEW

At MIAS, we run our own Model UN Conference (MUNASH). Run over two days, it provides participants with the opportunity to experience a ‘bite-sized’ version of International MUN conferences in our GlobalMUN Program and serves as crucial delegate training for our award-winning International MUN teams. 

MUNASH simulates United Nation Conferences, by allocating students nations of the world and have them represent their nation’s interests and advance their foreign policy. This is via speeches on various issues, collaborative discussions and creation of resolutions which must be passed with a majority support. Delegates must negotiate with each other to find an achievable solution keeping in mind the diplomatic constraints of their represented country. 

This process allows students to gain practical skills including public speaking, diplomacy and negotiation to equip them to be change-makers and the next generation of leaders. It enhances their key transferable skills of cross cultural communication, research, leading negotiations, public speaking and teamwork, while appreciating other international perspectives.

100+

AVERAGE ATTENDANCE

General interest in our international MUN programs

LEADERSHIP

Eamon Somerville

Secretary General

Vy Tran

Secretary General

ABOUT MIAS

Established in 2011, The Monash International Affairs Society (MIAS) is a student-run, not-for-profit international affairs society at Monash University.

 

With over 300 members from a diverse range of disciplines across Monash, MIAS aims to provide its members with opportunities to engage with the international order and delve into global issues. Our events, including panel discussions and international Model United Nations Conferences, help students hone their public speaking, negotiation, and communication skills.

 

The Monash International Affairs Society (MIAS) is a trailblazer in international Model United Nations (MUN) competitions. Our teams consistently bring home awards, demonstrating the excellence and dedication that set us apart on the global stage.

 

We strive to create a  hub where our members can develop relationships with international leaders in foreign affairs targeting global issues.

ADDITIONAL PLATFORMS

Further, MIAS runs its own publishing unit PIVOT, and a podcast series called ATLAS, providing a multitude of resources for future leaders to thrive.

MIAS' 3 CORE PILLARS

Academics

Academic programs include panel discussions, guest speaking features and young professionals networking night.

Socials

Social events include coffee chats, mentoring programs and first years picnics.

Model United Nations

ModelUN events include workshops, MUNash and our international Global MUN program.

MIAS has three core pillars around which we structure our events and opportunities for students: Academics, Socials, and Model United Nations.

GET TO KNOW THE TEAM

Novica Pearsall

President

Liv Marshall

Vice-President

Huxley Williamson

Secretary

Eamon Somerville

Treasurer

Francesca Camara

Assistant Treasurer

Miranda Liu

Academics Officer

Ananya Pradhan

Academics Officer

William Lardner

MUN Officer

Gemma Coley

MUN Officer

Ina Christensen

Publications Officer

Yianni Gianakis

Sponsorships Officer

Joan Lim

Marketing Officer

Sachin Kavar

Media Officer

Vivian Ta

Socials Officer

Milica Vlajic

First Year Officer

Rahul Deepak Kumar

PIVOT Editor in Chief