MUN Impact’s first ever Global Summit wouldn’t have been itself without a peek behind the scenes-the brains behind the global online revolution! Session 2 on the 21st of July saw a panel discussion and question-answer session on MUN Impact’s various programs by Zoey Fisher ( Global Secretary General ), Jaideep Singh ( Secretary General ), Farihah Ahmed ( Youth Advisory Council and Secretary General of OMUN ) and Ivan Wei ( Co-DSG for junior OMUN ). The session was introduced as a thank you to the entire MUN Impact community and an introduction for newcomers.
“MUN Impact has grown,” they emphasized during the session. A description was given about all of MUN Impact’s programs, how to be a part of them, and what purpose they served.
Jaideep said, ‘We want to teach high school students how to MUN and link it to the Sustainable Development Programme’. The tagline, Uniting The World Through The SDGs, stood true. The 17 Sustainable Development Goals announced by the UN have a special place in MUN@Home and MUN en Casa programs. Yes, you read that right! As a way of making available to non-English speakers the wonderful MUN@Home program, MUN en Casa provided a whole Spanish experience. The panelists with remembrance noted the roots of the programme. The panelists with happiness said the community has grown. Zoey said, “We had five diplomats when we started out. Today, 70 diplomats for close to 20 per continent and a large team work for MUN Impact.”
While Ivan answered questions diligently Fariha said, “ One of our main goals is to reach as many people as possible. That is why our programs are free.” Adding on Jaideep proudly remarked, “taking money kills the purpose of making the world a better place. That is what makes the MUN Impact different from commercial MUN organizations.” Asynchronous Edmodo mentoring was a highlighting feature for all participants. They were elated knowing that they would not only have an international debate with new friends but also training for the same by MUN experts. Presenters were asked for their best MUN experience. They answered with a tone of not only obsession, but love for MUN. They shared wonderful experiences. Ivan said, “meeting people outside of school and debating in an out-of-school-conference was very special to me.’ All presenters shared similar heartwarming experiences.
They also elaborated on diplomat positions and talked of how high school students can apply for global leadership positions. The heartwarming end quote? “If you take an initiative, small or big, you will be remembered by all in future generations.” All you need is an internet connection and the drive to make a difference! Join MUN Impact today!
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By Neha Varadharajan