Summer Institute in Global Leadership: Crisis Simulations (Adv)

The United Nations Association of Greater Boston's Summer Institute in Global Leadership is a week-long Model UN program for students from all over to work together and address global issues. Please note that unlike our other programs, this week is designed for experienced MUNers. All students should have prior Model UN experience or have participated in a previous Summer Institute program. We recommend this program for students in grades 9–12.

Throughout the week, students will:

• Learn about key topics encompassed by the theme of International Security and SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
• Explore the dynamic and exciting crisis style of debate, which demands on-your-feet thinking to solve problems rapidly
• Participate in public speaking and negotiation activities
• Learn from expert guest speakers
• Make friends and work together collaboratively on complex global issues
• Step into the role of a diplomat during Model UN simulations

• When: August 4–8, 2025, from 9am–3pm ET (This is a day program only)
• Who: Students entering grades 9–12
• Where: Greater Boston (Location TBD)
• Cost: $825 per student/week

We offer several weeks of programming, each focusing on a different topic. All of our other programs are beginner-friendly; students with no Model UN experience can easily participate in them. To see the other programs that we are offering in 2025, please visit this link. If you are interested in multiple topics, consider signing up for multiple weeks, as the content varies week-to-week.

If you have questions that aren't answered here, please contact us! Please call 617-209-9877 or email [email protected].

When is the program?

Monday, August 4 to Friday, August 8, 2025
9:00am–3:00pm ET

Who participates?

This program is open to students entering grades 9–12. Students should have either participated in a previous week of UNAGB's Summer Institute in Global Leadership or have independent Model UN experience.

What is Model UN?

In Model UN, participants learn about a global issue and are assigned to represent a specific country. In a simulation that mirrors a UN committee session, students (or delegates, as we refer to them!) give speeches, engage in formal debate, collaborate and negotiate ideas, draft solutions (referred to in Model UN as "resolutions"), and vote. Using parliamentary procedure to structure debate (just like the real UN!), students have the opportunity to build skills for life and leadership while learning about a complex global issue. This session will also explore the world of Model UN crisis simulations, an increasingly popular format that asks students to quickly solve increasingly complex challenges that change in response to the delegates' actions.

Recognition/Certification

All students who complete a full UNAGB Summer Institute in Global Leadership program will receive a UNAGB Certification in Global Diplomacy, recognizing advanced skills in negotiation, public speaking and global awareness.

Transportation

Students/Families are responsible for their own transportation to/from this program. The Summer Institute in Global Leadership: Advanced Institute – Crisis Simulations will be accessible via public transportation in Boston.

Refund Policy

UNAGB offers the following refund policy for the Summer Institute in Global Leadership:

• If you request a refund at least 60 days before the first day of the program, you are eligible for a full refund
• If you request a refund at least 30 days before the first day of the program, you are eligible for a 50% refund
• If you request a refund less than 30 days before the first day of the program, you are not eligible for a refund

Other FAQs
For other frequently asked questions, please check out our General FAQ list here.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Greater Boston area (Location TBD), TBD, Boston, United States