On November 21-22, the NIS MUN team brought home several awards from multiple committees through their impressive performance at the November 2025 CMMUN conference hosted by Lanna International School at Suan Bua Hotel. The team was built by both experienced members and first-time participants, representing NIS in debates on global security, economic development, and humanitarian issues. Their achievements reflect months of preparation, research, and collaborative practice.

The two-day conference performance had a definite upward trend with several twists and turns. With their skillful diplomatic skills, convincing communication, confidence in negotiations, and inspiring speech, every blockage was turned into a stepping stone to access.

Award Recipients

Voice From Committee Rooms

Seah (UNICEF)

The UNICEF delegates described their overall experience as highly positive, noting that the committee was enjoyable and engaging. They faced several challenges during the conference, particularly answering POIs and defining their resolution against two competing drafts, which they found exhausting. After merging with the United States proved helpful, they managed the pressure by “fake it till you make it” and actively directed POIs toward opposing delegates.

The committee environment shifted throughout the conference—competitive on the first day but more chill on the second. Despite the tension, the delegates emphasized that everyone was friendly and easy to talk with, creating a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. The proudest moment was seeing their resolution pass in both the committee and the General Assembly, as well as receiving an award for their performance.

For new or future delegates, Seah has highlighted the importance of experience and encouraged others not to be afraid of stepping forward, as their guiding mindset: “fake it till you make it.”

Lola (ECOSOC):

The delegate enjoys the overall experience at CMMUN as extremely rewarding, especially enjoying the debates, the challenges of supporting or opposing a resolution, and the opportunity to meet students from different schools.

The biggest challenge mentioned by the delegate was generating enough POIs to counter other delegates’ arguments, speeches, or resolutions effectively. At first, she felt a bit intimidated because several participants had pre-read the resolution and come with some, while the delegate had not. This required the delegate to quickly write relevant questions during resolution presentations, which was difficult since multitasking wasn’t her strength. As the conference progressed, she became more confident and comfortable in spotting weaknesses and loopholes.

The delegate described the committee environment as dynamic and engaging, with robust debates and active collaboration. New delegates’ eagerness stood out to her, and she appreciated the new perspectives they brought. Like she said: “CMMUN is really a chance for people to go out of their comfort zone and debate complex real-world issues, so I hope we managed to make all the new delegates feel welcomed.” Even the resolution they co-submitted with the USA didn’t, but they still feel proud about presenting the country’s stance accurately, and try to get other countries’ support.

For future NIS delegates, she suggests that: DO YOUR RESEARCH…Especially if you’re not familiar with the topic or committee.

Matthew (ECOSOC):

For this first-time ECOSOC delegate, the conference was a rewarding culmination of all the preparation put in beforehand. He had described the experience as fun, memorable, and something he will carry with them long after the events ended.

Overcoming the fear of speaking up was the biggest challenge. As this was his first official conference, stepping into debates felt intimidating at times. However, the delegate claims that the process of pushing through this fear and gradually building confidence became one of the most meaningful parts of his MUN journey. The committee environment also helped them; the delegates were friendly, full of unique ideas, and often brought energy to the room just when everyone was feeling tired. These behind-the-scenes MVPs had made the discussion much more engaging and enjoyable.

His most notable achievements were not tied to awards or major victories, but to personal growth: becoming comfortable speaking in front of a large audience. He felt genuinely proud that the enjoyment of the debates helped them overcome his nerves.

For future delegates, the advice is clear. Do not let the scale or formality of MUN overwhelm you. Step forward, share your ideas, and embrace new experiences so you won’t look back with regret.

Steve (ECOSOC):

The delegate described his overall ECOSOC experience as enjoyable and worthwhile. Even though some moments were more difficult than others, he shared that the conference left a positive impression, and he was eager to participate again in the future.

The biggest challenge came from debating against more experienced delegates. Both he and his partner, being new to MUN, felt intimidated by well-prepared and experienced delegates. Still, they pushed through, adapted as the conference progressed, and ultimately earned an Honourable Mention. That highlighted their effort and growth throughout the event.

He had pointed out that while debates and collaboration in the room could feel biased at times, but committee atmosphere remained friendly and energizing. Looking back, his advice to new delegates is simple but meaningful: “Be confident. Research your topic properly, and always take chances.”

Sebastien (ECOSOC):

The delegate described his ECOSOC experience as well-organized and engaging, with only minor issues such as friction during material distribution. As a first-time participant, they appreciated having many chances to speak and learn from other countries’ positions, especially in a committee with many delegates.

Public speaking was their biggest challenge at first, but after the first speech, they quickly adjusted to the environment and focused on building stronger arguments. A last-minute joint resolution also pushed them to adapt quickly, though clear communication within the group helped them defend it effectively during POIs.

He had highlighted the committee’s inclusive and collaborative atmosphere, noting that debates were meaningful even while they were still getting used to diplomatic language. The proudest moment was seeing their resolution passed in the General Assembly. His advice for future delegates is simple: don’t be intimidated by formal MUN language—expose yourself to it early, and you’ll gain confidence in representing your country.

Alen(HCC):

The delegate described his CMMUN experience as both challenging and rewarding, noting that he and his partner had improved significantly during the two days of the conference and became more confident in active debate. He enjoyed the conference overall and was proud to see their efforts recognized with awards. However, they also observe that many newer or less experienced delegates often made decisions based on personal preference rather than their assigned country’s stance, which made certain moments frustrating to navigate (Especially day 2).

One of the greatest difficulties came when the alliance unexpectedly shifted, leaving China, Burma, and South Africa standing against the “whole world.” The delegates expressed appreciation for those who did remain consistent, but also pointed out concerns with historical inaccuracy and an unclear timeline that affected debate across the committee. Despite these challenges, he and his partner continued to defend their assigned position with determination, even when debate dynamics felt unbalanced or overly influenced by personal relationships rather than the nation’s profit.

The proudest moment is during the award ceremony, where their persistence and strong representation had been recognized by the presidium. They had let their hard work and determined position be seen by the chairs and other delegates. As advice for future NIS delegates, he encouraged authenticity: do not hesitate to express your country’s true stance, even when it is unpopular. He emphasizes that debate requires disagreement, and delegates should stand firm in their beliefs and represent their countries with confidence. Lastly, he mentioned Chairman Mao’s quotes to motivational future delegates, “Dare to fight, dare to win”.

Eiffel (HCC):

Yes, the author wins awards as well. Same as what my partner said, the CMMUN conference is both a reward and a challenge, where you get to meet someone who has more experience and is better than you. From the conference, I learned a lot to improve my public speaking, instantaneous writing, and critical thinking skills. I really enjoyed the conference and was proud that I had won awards with my partner. However, there is no physical copy of the award, only a lotus that proved I had won the award.

The biggest challenge is other delegates’ personal bias, relationships, and historical inaccuracies. which has pushed us to a dangerous situation where we almost lost revoked voting rights (64.54%). Where the delegate really experienced the diplomatic pressure China was facing from the 60s to 70s. However, I am proud that my partner and I stand firmly on our position and tried our best to defend our position and resolution; not guided and controlled by personal relationships and bias, but instead for our nation’s own right.

My words are simple: Don’t be the one who surrenders before combat, don’t be the one who gets ignored, and don’t disrupt my personal bias and relationship. Lastly, I want to give a quotation from Chairman Mao, who said: “We should rid our ranks of all impotent thinking. All views that overestimate the strength of the enemy and underestimate the strength of the people are wrong.” Don’t underestimate your strength and overestimate the enemy’s strength.

Towards Future:

This achievement might be a small step in the long journey of NIS MUN, but it marks a big step forward for every delegate who contributes to this success. Winning seven awards at CMMUN reflected not only individual achievements but also the collective growth, courage, and commitment of the NIS MUN team. Whether it was a first or the fifth conference, each delegate demonstrated resilience, diplomacy, and a challenge to themselves. These qualities deserve recognition and genuine appreciation from our entire school community.

Looking ahead, NIS will provide a NISMUN conference in February 2026, opening MUN’s doors to newcomers and returning delegates ready to take on global challenges. This event will give first-time delegates a chance to grow and returning delegates an opportunity to reinforce their diplomatic skills. To all delegates, enjoy your victory, enjoy your debate, and be proud of every achievement you earned at the conference. Hope these experiences motivate you to continue learning, criticizing, and representing yourselves with justice and steadiness in every future MUN journey and your own journey.