In November, LAS hosted a Model United Nations (MUN) conference that brought together over 60 students from seven schools across Switzerland. The event showcased student diplomacy and global awareness and allowed four committees to explore interesting international issues. Our students had a fantastic time gaining new knowledge and networking with fellow delegates from other schools. At LAS, we encourage our students to develop into global citizens, and events like these allow them to improve their confidence, research, and networking skills. 

The conference hosted participants from other international schools, including Ecolint, Brillantmont, and Haut-Lac, creating a platform for young diplomats to engage in fascinating discussions about issues that people face around the world today. Students participated in three General Assembly committees and the UN Security Council, tackling complex global challenges.

The conference explored diverse and challenging topics, including:

• Countering Extremist Ideologies in Sub-Saharan Africa
• Juvenile Detention and Children’s Rights
• Commercialization of Outer Space
• Decolonization: The Conflict in Cyprus

Akos ‘25, who was chair of the UN Security Council, highlighted the depth of discussions surrounding their topic, Countering Extremist Ideologies in Sub-Saharan Africa. With 15 countries represented, the committee navigated complex geopolitical discussions. “The debate was very exciting,” Akos said, “and we managed to control the flow and eventually pass one of our resolutions.”

Sara ‘26, who was co-chairing the General Assembly 3 committee, focused on the topic of Juvenile Detention and Children’s Rights. Despite being a beginner committee with many first-time MUN participants, Sara was impressed by the level of engagement. “Everyone was very proactive in participating in debates that were both respectful and nuanced.”

The LAS Model UN conference was an invaluable experience for our students, offering them the opportunity to develop their diplomacy and debating skills. We are so proud of how they represented the school, and we look forward to seeing them apply and develop these skills in future conferences!