UNA-GB 2010 Regional Model UN Conference
for High School Students |
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Friday, May 14 – Saturday May, 15, 2010
Northeastern University
Boston, MA
Conference Logistics
Standard School Registration Form Doc PDF
Urban School Registration Form* Doc PDF
*This form should be used by schools in Somerville, Boston, Cambridge, Malden, Everett, Lynn, Chelsea, and Revere; other schools may be eligible (contact Rachel Krebs for more information).
Country Matrix
Conference fees can be paid by credit card after schools have submitted Registration Forms. All fees paid by credit card are non-refundable. Access credit cards payment site here.
Press Corps
We are planning to offer a chance for students to participate in the Conference Press Corps this year. This is an exciting opportunity for students to act as journalists at an event for their peers.
Press Corps application
Deadline: March 12
Overnight accommodation
UNA-GB has arranged for a discounted block of rooms at the Radisson Hotel Boston (on Stuart St.).
More information is
listed at the bottom of this page
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Model UN Starter Kit
Schools who wish to can request a ‘Model UN Starter Kit’ with their registration for $42 (plus shipping if
delivery is unavailable).
Kit includes a 3x5 foot UN Flag, a small table-top UN Flag (with stand), a wooden
gavel and an electronic timer.
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Conference Committees and Topics
| Committee |
Topic |
Security Council |
- Nuclear Threat of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea
- Israel/Palestine Conflict
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Disarmament and International Security Council |
- Weaponization of Space
- Piracy (Martime Disputes)
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World Health Organization |
- Child Immunization
- Maternal Health
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Social, Humanitarian, and Cultural Committee |
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Economic and Social Council |
- Toxic Waste Trade
- Technology Transfer
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UN Development Programme |
- Green Building and Sustainable Development
- Clean Water
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UN Children’s Fund |
- Orphans and Vulnerable Children
- Primary Education
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Conference Deadlines
February 22, 2010 Conference Registration materials available
March 19, 2010 Registration deadline (including $65 school fee)
March 23, 2010 Country assignments and preparation materials available
April 19, 2010 All remaining administrative forms and fees due to UNA-GB
May 6, 2010 Position Papers due to UNA-GB
May 14-15, 2010 UNA-GB High School MUN Conference at Northeastern University
Hotel Details
Hotel: Radisson Hotel Boston
Location: Downtown Boston
Room Rate: $189 per night (for occupancy of 1-4 people)
Room Reservation Procedure
Individuals can make their own reservations by calling to the Radisson’s Reservation Department at 617-482-1800 or
by calling Radisson
Worldwide at 1-800-333-3333. In order to receive the special rate, individuals must indicate that
they are with the United Nations Association
of Greater Boston group. Individuals are responsible for making their
own reservations will be asked to guarantee for late arrival with a major
credit card. Should the individual “not show”
or cancel by 4:00 PM one day prior to arrival, the individual’s credit card will be charged, or any
deposit will be
applied for the first night’s room revenue.
For more information, please contact the Education staff:
Phone: (617) 482-4587
Email: education@unagb.org
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