Fourteen students from Grades 8 to 12 spent their Saturday in Weimar, taking part in the Model United Nations conference hosted by the International School in Weimar. From the moment they arrived, it was clear that each of them had come prepared to immerse themselves fully in the roles of their assigned countries’ delegates.
This year’s debates centred on two urgent global issues. In the General Assembly, students grappled with The Global Sand Crisis and International Governance, while the Security Council delved into the challenges of Preventing the Proliferation of Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems (LAWS). Our delegates approached these complex topics with maturity, persistence and a genuine desire to understand the perspectives they were representing.
For several students, this was their first MUN experience. Despite the natural nerves that come with speaking in front of a crowded room, they rose to the challenge without hesitation – defending positions, negotiating alliances, and presenting arguments with confidence that seemed to grow by the minute. Their willingness to step forward so boldly, especially as newcomers, drew admiration from organisers, chairs and fellow participants alike.
The day also brought well-deserved recognition.
- Best Delegate: Felix (Grade 11), Marcelo (Grade 10)
- Honourable Mention: Ailidh (Grade 12)
- Best New Delegate: Adria (Grade 9)
- Best Dressed Delegate: Silas (Grade 12)
These awards speak not only to individual excellence but also to the collective spirit the group displayed throughout the conference.
As they returned to Leipzig, the students carried with them new insights, new skills, and a shared sense of achievement. The pride is well earned – they represented LIS with distinction, curiosity and professionalism.
Looking ahead, excitement is already building for one of the next MUN conferences, which will take place at LIS on 24 January 2026. This time, our own students will take on the role of organisers, bringing the experience full circle.
Our delegates can be proud of what they accomplished in Weimar, and we can be just as proud of them.