2026 ISA Winter Camp｜武汉爱莎模拟联合国大会赴美冬季研学营

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The ISA Wuhan Model United Nations Winter Camp in US is an academic exchange program centered on one of world's most authentic and authoritative Model UN conferences, integrated with visits to top universities and city exploration. As the flagship Model United Nations initiative hosted by the World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA), WIMUN NY 2026 will convene at the UN Headquarters in New York from February 9 to 13, 2026. It stands as the pinnacle of youth diplomatic training, integrating world-class academic rigor with authentic multilateral negotiation scenarios. Aligned with the UN's core agenda, the conference focuses on cutting-edge global issues such as "Equitable Economic and Social Transitions for Environmental Sustainability" and "Population and Sustainable Development".

Beyond the core sessions, the Global Experience cultural feast and elite social dinner foster diverse exchanges, complemented by immersive modules such as UN Headquarters visits and Metropolitan Museum civilization workshops. This holistic program enables the dual advancement of academic competence and global perspective, nurturing young talent for global governance.

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During their stay in the United States, participants will visit top-tier universities and colleges across Boston, New Jersey, New York, and other locations. These institutions include nearly 20 world-renowned schools, such as Harvard University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Trinity College, Boston University, Northeastern University, Emerson College (ranked among the top in the U.S. for its Journalism and Film programs), Berklee College of Music, Bentley University (ranked #1 in the U.S. for its Accounting program), Yale University, New York University (NYU), Columbia University, School of Visual Arts (SVA), Rutgers University, and Princeton University—allowing participants to experience the extraordinary achievements of these leading academic institutions. Additionally, current students (seniors and juniors) from these schools will share their insights on college application experiences and campus life with the participants.

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• Guided campus tours: Professionally trained and experienced current students will lead tours of the campus, including landmarks, classrooms, libraries, student cafeterias and dormitories, etc., and will give explanations in English. During the tour, students will introduce campus culture and life.

• Alumni Symposium: Chinese students who are currently studying in American universities share the process and preparations for applying to American universities, share the application strategies and experiences of the university, and exchange their experiences of studying and living in the university with the visitors.

• Admissions Seminar: Admission office officials will introduce the university's history, culture, undergraduate programs, majors, and international student recruitment policies to help visitors develop the right application concept.

• University Cafeteria Dining Experience: After the tour, students will dine in the student cafeteria, experiencing the diverse food offered and gaining a deep understanding of American campus life.

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A one-week immersive program in New York., USA will center on the WIMUN (World Model United Nations). As a top-tier international Model UN event, its authority is further reinforced—it is hosted by the World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA) and held in key venues near the UN Headquarters in New York. Adhering strictly to UN4MUN rules of procedure, it replicates real multilateral diplomacy from speech processes to resolution reviews.

Academically, it focuses on cutting-edge global governance issues such as "Equitable Allocation Mechanism of Climate Finance" and "International Regulatory Framework for AI Ethics". A seasoned academic team provides exclusive background papers and on-site guidance leveraging UN resources to drive in-depth policy discussions.

Immersive experience is unparalleled: participants act as national delegates, engaging in cross-cultural negotiations with elites from over 50 countries, joining diplomatic workshops taught by UN officials, and visiting headquarters landmarks. Upon completion, an official WFUNA certificate is awarded—solid proof of academic competence and global perspective, making it a premier platform for youth to connect with global affairs.

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WIMUN's development history is deeply bound to the process of global multilateral cooperation. Since its first launch in 2004, the program has always taken "cultivating young forces for global governance" as its core mission, by 2025, the program has covered more than 120 countries worldwide, cultivating a total of over 50,000 young people with cross-cultural communication capabilities and global governance awareness, gradually growing into a "standard-setter" and "experience-sharing platform" in the global MUN field.  The 2026 WIMUN continues its consistent feature of "high authenticity and strong professionalism". Beyond adhering to the UN4MUN rules of procedure, the program innovatively establishes a "Pre-Conference Topic Research System", the conference venue sets up special sessions like "Simulated UN Security Council Veto Exercise" and "Emergency Topic Crisis Response", replicating unexpected scenarios in real diplomacy and forcing participants to improve their rapid decision-making and position negotiation capabilities, the conference aims to ignite delegates’ passion for engaging in international affairs, guide them to enhance their understanding of global issues amid the evolving nature of contemporary international politics.

Meanwhile, the program builds a "1+1 Mentorship System", matching each participant with a mentor who has both UN work experience and MUN academic experience to provide full-process guidance on position paper writing, debate strategy formulation, and cross-cultural collaboration skills, and help them develop 21st-century core competencies. It imparts lifelong skills in public speaking, innovative thinking, and collaborative communication, laying a solid foundation for their future international development.

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• Students will watch an NBA Basketball game and visit various cultural and historical sites. 

• Visit Philadelphia Mint, Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, Chocolate Factory

• Visit Wall Street, Trinity Church, 9/11 Site

• Visit Aviation Museum, Art Museum, White House, Capitol Hill, WWII Memorials

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Through hands-on experience and feelings, students will have a deeper understanding of American history and culture, feel the multiculturalism and city characteristics, experience the charm of the arts and athletic features.