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Debate

Moreton Hosts Fifth

Annual Mini Model

UN Conference

In the Summer term, Moreton Hall proudly hosted its fifth annual Mini Model
UN Conference. Following four incredibly successful years, the pressure was
on to raise the bar, and it certainly delivered.

With ten schools in attendance, each bringing at
least two delegations, this year’s conference was
the largest yet. Over 130 students from Year 6
to Upper Fourth participated, contributing to a
lively, engaging atmosphere filled with spirited
debate and inspiring ideas.

Delegates were divided into six committees—
Health, Human Rights, Political, Youth,
Environment, and Special (Agriculture)—each
tackling two debate topics linked to the
overarching theme: Protect Our Planet, Protect
Our Future. This theme was selected by the
Senior MUN students after a year of thoughtful whom chaired the committees after months of
discussion, reflecting a shared recognition that preparation. A special thank you goes to Rovian
climate change and environmental sustainability and Chloe, who returned post-A Levels to help
are among the most urgent global challenges. chair at the event.
Topics ranged from climate refugees to the
decreasing availability of agricultural land, Miss Pritchard shared: “I’m immensely proud
sparking discussions that mirrored the complexity of all that our students have achieved. From
and diversity of views present in real-world awards for some of our youngest debaters in
diplomacy. Year 6 – Ella and Sabrina – to the professional
and supportive Chairs who ensured the whole
A highlight of the day was the keynote address day ran so smoothly. My special thanks go to
by Kaisa Golding, who has over twenty years of Jess who works tirelessly to develop this activity
international experience working across business, at Moreton; writing resolutions, attending
inter-governmental and charity sectors. She conferences, training chairs and helping younger
challenged delegates to consider how language, students on their MUN journey.”
culture, and perspective shape international
negotiation and cooperation, offering insights that Moreton’s Mini MUN offers a supportive
enriched the day’s debates and resonated with environment to learn and give Model UN
both students and staff alike. debating a go. Pupils gain confidence in public
speaking, practice critical thinking, and develop
The conference also offered valuable leadership diplomatic skills. These are truly skills for life!
experience for Senior MUN students, many of
Jess
Secretary General of Moreton MUN

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