How to Beat Anxiety During THIMUN By Mateo Lung, Illustrations by Clara Weber Feeling nervous at THIMUN is completely normal. When I talk with friends who have attended Model UN (or are thinking about it), anxiety comes up more than anything else. The good news is that most of the things people worry about are…
“Oui, oui, baguette” are the first things we hear when thinking about France. But instead, with our new French committee at THIMUN 2026, we are going to be hearing much more of “Merci Madame la Présidente” during the conferences. This is the first time THIMUN is holding a committee that won’t be speaking English. This…
The Hague Beyond Time By Mariya Dembytska Every winter, The Hague becomes a center for youth diplomacy. This year marks the 58th time around three thousand students from around the world gather to debate pressing global issues—called not by their names but the delegations on their placards. Known for its reputation as the International City…
Keeping up with the Secretariat By Somya Jain and Cole Thompson, Illustration by Somya Jain Before the first gavel strikes, the Secretariat is already at work. As the heartbeat of THIMUN The Hague, this international team coordinates, leads, and problem-solves to ensure the conference runs seamlessly. Let’s get to know the team…
THIMUN Decoded By Berra Vatansever Is this your first conference and you couldn’t find any resources for training? Fear no more, this article will walk you through the majority of procedures and terminology you should brush upon to be a great delegate. At its core, THIMUN procedure is not about memorization of rules; it is…
How To Stay Warm in The Hague By Mateo Lung THIMUN takes place in the middle of winter, and for many delegates, the cool temperatures, coastal wind, and occasional rain can come as a surprise. This guide is meant to help you stay warm, comfortable, and prepared so you can focus on what really matters:…
THIMUN 101: Inside a Delegate’s Briefcase By Celia Overson and Sarah Latin Get ready to break out your blazers and put on your business best; THIMUN 2026 is almost here! With long days, intense debate, and consistent engagement, the conference encourages both personal development and connection as much as growth in diplomacy. Whether you’re a…
More Than Debate: Networking at THIMUN By Jessica Knauss For many delegates THIMUN is all about debate, resolutions, POIs, and speech – which of course is a vital part of what this conference is all about – but one must understand that there is more to THIMUN than just debate. It’s an opportunity to meet…
The Road to THIMUN By Cole Thompson As the week of THIMUN 2026 approaches, the 156 incoming schools were occupied with numerous preparations. This ranged from informative meetings to revisions of concise resolutions for future, fruitful debates. These preparatory steps had been taking place over the last few months, starting on Friday, the 19th of…
The Lobbying Arena By Somya Jain, Illustration by Clara Weber It’s the first day of THIMUN and that can only mean one thing: lobbying. The doors open, and suddenly the arena comes to life. Delegates spill into the corridors, clutching resolutions like carefully guarded supplies, scanning the room the way tributes scan the Cornucopia. Much…