On the weekend of 18th and 19th of May, Rotary Central Melbourne's team performed with distinction at the District 9800 Model United Nations Assembly (MUNA) event held at the University of Melbourne.
Our team of Anushka Abbott (left) and Naheed Jafary represented Japan at the event. The photo shows them in Japanese traditional clothing for the event, for which they won an award. Anushka and Naheed are from years 11 and 12 respectively at Casey Grammar school.
Approximately 50 students from a diverse range of schools debated wide-ranging motions at the mock General Assembly meeting. Climate change, mining, peace efforts, and refugee settlement were some of the topics debated. The quality of performance was exceptional. In addition, participants learned about the history and role of the UN, and its General Assembly and Security Council.
Many thanks go to Adriaan Adolph (RC Woodend) and Sally Armstrong (RC Macedon Ranges) who were co-convenors of MUNA 2024.
Additional information about MUNA in our District is available at: MUNA District 9800 (youtube.com).
In due course, the participants will speak at a Club meeting about their experience.