Welcome to United Netherlands!

We won Best Large Delegation at Oxford International Model UN 2018!

United Netherlands is an internationally oriented organization that focuses on the world of diplomacy.

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About United Netherlands

United Netherlands is an internationally oriented, student-led organization, that focuses on the world of international relations and diplomacy. We aim to create a platform where talented, ambitious and motivated young people challenge each other to develop their full potential as global citizens. Within this network of driven young people from diverse backgrounds, gaining skills and knowledge is key in preparation for global challenges to come.

Examples of our activities and programs include the accredited 10 EC United Nations and Multilateral Diplomacy course, and its corresponding delegation to Oxford University and Harvard University Model UN conferences; the Public Speaking Program; the High School Program.

Since its inception in 2004, the drive for excellence has never faded. We invite you to discover the world of United Netherlands.

First Delegate Meeting 2018-2019

The First Delegate Meeting took place in Soeterbeeck, Ravenstein last Friday.

The Story of Teun van den Maagdenberg – Delegation 17|18

"The people, the people and the people. Those are the three reasons to sign up for the Delegation. And, therefore, what sums up my wonderful year in the program." – Teun van den Maagdenberg

High School Program

The High School Program year has officially ended. We can once again look back at a fantastic year.

United NL – Part 3#: ‘During the gala, the lobbying continues’

‘I worked incredibly hard in Oxford, but I had fun doing it.’ Pim Jager joined United Netherlands in Oxford to participate in a MUN: a Model United Nations conference. ‘It was a lot of fun! I’ve lobbied non-stop.’

United NL- part 2 #Introducing Pim

Pim is one of the 30 students participating in the course United Nations and Multilateral Diplomacy: Theory and Practice of United Netherlands. For short, ‘the Delegation’. During six months, he will be trained in public speaking, diplomacy, leadership and negotiation. He will need all these skills when participating in conference simulations of the United Nations: Model United Nations.

My experience with the Public Speaking Program

An interview with Lotta Plomp, former participant of the Public Speaking Program (spring, 2016). Lotta is currently staying in Tanzania for an internship and afterwards will be doing an internship for the
United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine refugees.

United Netherlands

1 week ago

For the very last time, we present to you: the 19th Delegation!We looked back on the Delegation program during the graduation ceremony. Though, this year has not always been easy.We endured the COVID-19 pandemic, which lead to last-minute cancellations of events such as our trip to the USA. However, we made the best out of it: a conference in St. Gallen (Switzerland), an excursion to Brussels and a trip to Dubai for the Future We Want MUN conference! Apart from our travels, we had a great time with each other in Nijmegen as well. We are grateful to have had most Friday sessions in person. We learned from each other and we created a safe space to make mistakes and develop. Additionally, we expanded our network and made friends for life.To the 19th Delegation, your board is incredibly proud and we wish you all the best in the future! 💙Want to join the next delegation? Check out our website: www.unitednetherlands.org/the-delegation/become-a-delegate/The Fall Selection opens soon! ... See MoreSee Less

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3 weeks ago

Why is the High School Program a valuable addition to the regular school curriculum? “We participate in the United Netherlands High School Program because it creates a fun and safe environment for students in which they learn more about world politics and the UN. On top of that, they develop their public speaking, negotiating and research skills. HSP allows students to bring out the best in themselves, make memories and form friendships that last a lifetime.” - Teacher Huygens Lyceum “The HSP Program brings diplomacy closer to high school students! I was personally able to develop skills in negotiation, convincement and co-operation in the training days. These skills were directly put into action on the conference day, where I was also very lucky to meet a lot of other students from the Netherlands and Germany. Whether it is about nuclear weapons or human rights, learning to actively think about our society on an international scale brings us closer to our future in this world.” - Pupil Huygens Lyceum Want to know more about the High School Program? Check out our website: www.unitednetherlands.org/high-school-program/ 💙 ... See MoreSee Less

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4 weeks ago

HSPMUN 2022 - What an amazing day we had! 200+ students from 10 different high schools came all the way to Nijmegen for our annual High School Program MUN Conference. Keynote speaker Ismail Aghzanay (Teacher of the Year 2021) spoke about leadership, responsibility, and equality. We look back on a fun and inspirational day. Many thanks to all the chairs and volunteers! We could not have done it without you. 💙✨ ... See MoreSee Less

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