On 14th April 2024, ten students -
Subhadra Kumari, Pankhuri Sharma, Nandani Khichi, Adwitiya Saxena, Divyanshi Chail, Adhya Dudi, Gayatri Rathore, Shailja Soni, Somya Singh & Darshana Anwala with Ms Jyoti Ratan Singh entered into the arena of the 12th Edition of Model United Nations organized by Mayo College Girls’ School from 14th to 17th April 2024. The theme of this year’s conference edition was “Tamso Maa Jyotirgamay” which translates to “Lead from Darkness to Light”. where words were not mere rhetoric but were the building blocks of peace, understanding, and progress. The MUN witnessed 21 elite schools from all over India with 263 delegates taking part in six different committees. The Conference began with Opening Ceremony and the introductory session that served as a gateway for delegates to familiarize themselves with rules, procedures and the spirit of diplomatic engagement, igniting their passion for global affairs. The next day commenced with the various committee sessions with broad agendas that tackled real world issues. The IPC introduced the assigned committees to the delegates and they moved to their respective venues. The committee saw a number of articles on all the committee agendas.
The session of the UNFPA committee commenced with the delivering of opening statements on the agenda – Enhancing Global Collaboration for Women's Bodily Autonomy and Equal Access to Reproductive Health Services. Once the opening statements concluded, the committee entered the phase of formal debate. During this period, delegates presented their arguments and perspectives on the agenda, engaging in thoughtful and informed discourse. The United Nations General Assembly set on the agenda – Assessing the Global Refugee Crises and the Safety of Refugees firstly moved into the General Speakers list. The committee further moved deeper into the discussion about displacement of refugees through a moderated caucus. The OPEC convened to tackle the pressing issue of addressing volatility in oil prices and its global economic impact. Deliberations have focused on identifying factors contributing to supply-demand imbalances, with emphasis on geopolitical tensions amplifying oil volatility. Discussions were centred on strategies to mitigate the impact of USA sanctions on oil- producing nations, which exacerbate market instability.
During the Model United Nations Security Council session, delegates engaged in lively discussions on the Crisis in the Middle East. Subtopics like need for humanitarian aid and the recognition of the terrorist groups were also discussed. However, the session's most dramatic moment came when the President of the United States made a statement that the nation would no longer unequivocally align with Israel and instead recognized Palestine, reshaping the geopolitical landscape. The session concluded with a sense of anticipation as delegates grappled with the implications of their decisions. Adhya Dudi and Darshana Anwala took an active part in the committee as the delegates of Brazil.
The double delegation of
Adwitiya Saxena and Pankhuri Sharma representing the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela in OPEC won a Special Mention.The conference planned engaging evening carnivals and DJ party including the Principal’s Dinner where the students interacted and grew diplomatic and friendly bonds.
