This exciting event will bring together students from four prestigious Orbital Education schools.
Location: The stunning Lake Bled in Slovenia
Dates: 3 February – 5 February, 2025
Other Participating schools:
The conference will take place in the breathtaking town of Bled, Slovenia—a true gem renowned for its natural beauty, including its iconic lake, castle, and scenic surroundings.
Catch all the highlights from Day One of the Orbital Model United Nations Conference 2025 below.
MONDAY: Conference Day 1
Today, Day One of the Orbital MUN Conference kicked off with the Opening Ceremony. Naomi, a student from the British International School of Ljubljana and the Secretary-General of the conference, alongside Ema, the Deputy Secretary-General, delivered powerful speeches that set the tone for the event. Mrs. Simona Leskovar, Director of the Bled Strategic Forum and a distinguished career diplomat with over 20 years of experience in Slovenian diplomacy, also shared her insightful words, further enriching the opening of what promises to be a memorable conference.
The conference continued with the Committee Icebreakers, where students had the opportunity to get to know one another through a series of fun and creative activities. Highlights included building marshmallow pyramids, playing pantomime, participating in quizzes and engaging in the 'Whose Story?' game—fostering teamwork and sparking new connections among participants.
In the afternoon session, delegates dove deeper into the four key topics, building on the morning's debates. They participated in both moderated and unmoderated caucuses, balancing structured exchanges with dynamic, informal discussions. This format allowed them to refine their arguments, explore solutions and collaborate with fellow delegates.
Highlights from Day Two below.
TUESDAY: Conference Day 2
Today marked the conclusion of our exciting debate sessions, where delegates participated in heated debates which concluded in resolutions being successfully passed on all issues.
Our students, Naomi Bork and Ella Oyen, received Honourable Delegate awards for their group.
Inside the Orbital MUN: Voices from the Student Press Corps
Explore Orbital MUN through in-depth articles from our Student Press Corps, featuring committee insights, key debates and behind-the-scenes stories.
About the conference
The Model United Nations (MUN) Conference is an educational simulation where students take on the roles of United Nations delegates to debate global issues and seek solutions through diplomacy and negotiation. This immersive experience is designed to foster critical thinking, public speaking, collaboration, and leadership skills, all while enhancing students' understanding of international relations and current affairs.
Over three inspiring days, students will step into these roles, representing nations and viewpoints in a professional and structured environment. Participants will be divided into four committees, each focusing on a significant topic shaping the world today. Here are this year's topics with the specific issue that each committee will focus on:
This year’s conference provides an unparalleled opportunity for students to engage with global issues while developing their confidence, teamwork, and diplomatic skills in the stunning setting of Bled, Slovenia
Conference topics
Topic 1: Animal Testing
To what extent should animal testing be used to develop vaccines and drugs in the case of new pandemics?
Topic 2: Immigration
Do countries have the right to deport refugees?
Topic 3: Nuclear Energy
Should countries be allowed to develop nuclear energy independently, or should it be a globally regulated resource under the UN’s control?
Topic 4: Artificial Intelligence in Warfare
To what extent should individual countries be held accountable for the use of AI in warfare?
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During the conference, you can also get regular updates on our Facebook Page.
Let the debates begin!
