Event Details

Advanced Summer Institute in Global Leadership: Negotiation & Public Speaking

The United Nations Association of Greater Boston’s Summer Institute in Global Leadership is a week-long Model UN program for students from all over to work together and address global issues. Please note that unlike our other programs, this week is designed for experienced MUNers. All students should have prior Model UN experience or have participated in a previous Summer Institute program. We recommend this program for students in grades 9–12.

Throughout the week, students will:
– Develop confidence and skill in public speaking, negotiation, and persuasive communication
– Learn about key issues related to consensus and peace building and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals.
– Practice on-your-feet thinking through dynamic debate and negotiation exercises
– Gain insights and practical tips from expert guest speakers
– Collaborate with peers to tackle complex global challenges
– Step into the role of a diplomat during engaging Model UN simulations that emphasize negotiation and consensus-building

Program Details
When: August 10-14, 2026 from 9am–3pm ET (This is a day program only)
Who: Students entering grades 9-12. This week is designed for experienced MUNers.
Where: To be announced – Boston/Cambridge area
Cost: $825 per student/week

Interested in Another Global Issue?
This summer we are offering 8 weeks of programming, each focusing on a different topic. To see the other programs that we are offering in 2026, please visit this link. If you are interested in multiple topics, consider signing up for multiple weeks, as the content varies week-to-week.

Frequently Asked Questions
If you have questions that aren’t answered here, please contact us! Please call 617-209-9877 or email [email protected].

When is the program?
Monday, August 10 to Friday, August 14
9:00am–3:00pm ET

Who participates?
This week is designed for experienced MUNers. All students should have prior Model UN experience or have participated in a previous Summer Institute program. We recommend this program for students in grades 9–12. Students join us from all over the world!

What is Model UN?
In Model UN, participants learn about a global issue and are assigned to represent a specific country. In a simulation that mirrors a UN committee session, students (or delegates, as we refer to them!) give speeches, engage in formal debate, collaborate and negotiate ideas, draft solutions (referred to in Model UN as “resolutions”), and vote. Using parliamentary procedure to structure debate (just like the real UN!), students have the opportunity to build skills for life and leadership while learning about a complex global issue.

Recognition/Certification
All students who complete a full UNAGB Summer Institute in Global Leadership program will receive a UNAGB Certification in Global Diplomacy, recognizing advanced skills in negotiation, public speaking and global awareness.

Transportation
Students/Families are responsible for their own transportation to/from this program. The Summer Institute in Global Leadership will be accessible via public transportation in Boston/Cambridge.

Refund Policy
UNAGB offers the following refund policy for the Summer Institute in Global Leadership:

– If you request a refund at least 60 days before the first day of the program, you are eligible for a full refund
– If you request a refund at least 30 days before the first day of the program, you are eligible for a 50% refund
– If you request a refund less than 30 days before the first day of the program, you are not eligible for a refund

Other FAQs:
For other frequently asked questions, please check out our General FAQ list here.