United Nations Association of Greater Boston (UNAGB)
United Nations Association of Greater Boston (UNAGB)
Empowering the next generation of global citizens! UNAGB’s Summer Institute in Global Leadership offers dynamic, week-long Model UN day programs where students dive into pressing global issues, build lifelong public speaking and negotiation skills, and collaborate with peers from around the world.
United Nations Association of Greater Boston (UNAGB)
200 Portland Street, Suite 500, Boston, MA 02114Phone: (617) 209-9877
Type: Day Program / Academic Summer Institute
Location: Greater Boston Area
Ages: Grades 7–12 (Specific age ranges vary by weekly topic)
Campers: Co-ed / All genders (Separate classrooms for middle and high school students)
Program Dates: Week-long sessions running through June, July, and August 2027
Daily Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Session Lengths: Week-long programs (Human Rights week is a 4-day session due to Juneteenth)
Specialties: Model UN, Global Leadership, Public Speaking, Diplomacy, Social Justice, STEM, Climate Policy
Additional Offerings:
Financial aid and scholarships available (Priority deadline: March 7; Final deadline: May 21)
Step into the role of a diplomat! Throughout each week-long institute, students explore specific thematic topics guided by expert staff and guest speakers. Participants engage in interactive negotiations, collaborative problem-solving, and realistic Model UN crisis simulations.
2027 Weekly Topics Include:
Human Rights: June 14–17 (Grades 7–12) [4-day session]
Global Health: June 21–25 (Grades 7–12)
Women in Leadership: June 28–July 2 (Grades 7–10)
Emerging Technologies: July 12–16 (Grades 7–10)
International Security: July 19–23 (Grades 7–10)
Climate Summit: July 26–30 (Grades 7–10)
Advanced Institute – Crisis Style Simulations: August 2–6 (Recommended for Grades 9–12 with prior MUN experience)
Advanced Institute – Negotiation: August 9–13 (Recommended for Grades 8–11 with prior MUN experience)