ABOUT THE EVENT
Central Model United Nations (CMUN) 2026 is a beloved flagship event for the Central Auckland Region, designed and delivered by high school students in the HSA Program, for students JUST LIKE YOU!! Youth from all across the heart of Auckland come together and unite for a day of diplomacy, discussion and debate.
Whether you’re new to Model UN or looking to build your confidence, CMUN promises to be a supportive and accessible environment to help participants learn, collaborate, and have lots of fun while tackling more concrete issues affecting Aotearoa New Zealand and the wider international community.
Who is it for?
Secondary school students across Auckland (not just central, everyone is welcome!)
First-time and experienced Model UN participants alike
Young people interested in current local and global affairs, international relations, public speaking and leadership
What will participants do?
Represent countries in Model United Nations Committees
Debate and discuss contemporary local and global issues
Work with other delegates to negotiate solutions and draft resolutions
Meet and connect with students from different school and backgrounds
What will participants gain?
Public speaking skills
Critical thinking and problem solving skills
Negotiation and teamwork experience
Greater understanding of international affairs and civic engagement
New friendships and connections with like-minded young people
The day will be filled with education, fun and whimsy. Food comes with the fun! So how can you even think of missing out?!
Date and Location
August 1st, University of Auckland
Questions?
If you have any questions about CMUN 2026, please feel free to contact [email protected] AND/OR [email protected].
ABOUT UN YOUTH
UN Youth is a non-profit organisation that provides civics education outside the traditional classroom context. Through fun workshops and conferences, we engage youth in the most pressing affairs of their country and the international community. Our goal is to inspire young New Zealanders to be active, global citizens. Global citizenship exists in an incredibly diverse range of forms, and UN Youth provides opportunities for delegates to develop their own form of active citizenship. Throughout Aotearoa, our work equips young people to become informed, engaged, and critical New Zealanders who understand their global context and the connections between the local and the global. Annually, over 3000 young New Zealanders from Northland to Southland attend a UN Youth event, run by a body of over 150 volunteers across the country who dedicate many hours of their time to engaging young people and growing the organisation.