Learn about global issues, build skills for life and leadership, and collaborate with students from across the world during our week-long Model UN programs!
Program Details
The United Nations Association of Greater Boston’s Summer Institute in Global Leadership offers week-long Model UN programs for students from all over the world to work together and address global issues.
Throughout each week, students will:
- Learn about the topic at hand from our stellar college interns and staff
- Participate in public speaking and negotiation activities
- Meet expert guest speakers
- Engage in team-building activities
- Step into the role of a diplomat during Model UN simulations
When: Week-long programs in June, July, and August. Students are encouraged to attend multiple weeks! (Scroll down to the “Registration” section for specific dates!)
Cost of in person program: $795 per student per week for all sessions except Global Health ($695 per student, 4 day institute).
Registration is Now Open for 2023!
Registration is now open for our 2023 programs! Click each of the links below to register!
In-Person Programs
- Global Health: June 20 – June 23, 2023; Open to grades 6-12. Click here to register!
- Location: Cambridge, MA
- Human Rights: June 26 – June 30, 2023; Open to grades 6-10. Click here to register!
- Location: Cambridge, MA
- Climate Resilience: July 10 – July 14, 2023; Open to grades 7-10. Click here to register!
- Location: Cambridge, MA
- Tech and Diplomacy: July 24-July 28, 2023 Open to grades 7-10. Click here to register!
- Location: Cambridge, MA
- Wildlife Conservation: July 24-July 28, 2023; Open to grades 7-10. Click here to register!
- Location: Yarmouth Port, MA
- International Security: July 31-August 4, 2023; Open to grades 7-10. Click here to register!
- Location: Cambridge, MA
- Advanced Public Speaking: August 7 – August 11, 2023; Open to grades 9-12. Click here to register!
- Location: Cambridge, MA
Financial Support
The United Nations Association of Greater Boston (UNAGB) offers financial assistance to students who otherwise would be unable to attend the Summer Institute by providing half and full scholarships. Scholarships are funded through grants, donations, and in-kind support from UNAGB.
Please Note: Scholarships are limited. Only apply for a scholarship if you are able to attend the entire program. If you accept a scholarship and do not attend the program in full, you will not be eligible for future UNAGB scholarships.
Deadlines:
Applications for Financial Support will open February 1, 2023. Deadlines will be updated at that time.
Apply for financial support: Please check back February 1, 2023!
For questions, please email [email protected]
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 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