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about immuns I MMUNS is an international model United Nations simulation hosted by the American School Foundation of Monterrey in Mexico. Delegates will have the opportunity to understand how the UN works and create awareness for critical world issues. Delegates will also discuss and collaborate with an extensive group trying to reach a diplomatic situation at the end of the simulation. Delegates will also deal with crisis topics and have the opportunity to participate in emergency situations and find solutions quickly. On the long run, students who participate will develop skills of negotiation and conciliation proven to be necessary and vital skills in our modern world. Delegates will be able to enhance their leadership, diplomatic, and persuasion skills. Delegates will also understand the importance for the need of compromise and flexibility when coming up with a resolution for the topic at hand. Also, they will be exposed to an array of challenging and current world issues that could possibly change how the future of the international community looks like. Delegates will also learn and understand the complexity of the UN and how it works, in addition, it gives a bird’s eye view on diplomacy and humanitarian studies with international affairs. Prior to the simulation, delegates will develop research skills, fine tune their communication skills and expand knowledge on the cultural, economical, political, sociocultural, and historic issues. Delegates can also perceive the limitations and strengths of the UN. It is the upmost importance that students that participate in the simulation learn more through others and perhaps even establish new friendships. It is a glimpse into the world of diplomacy. IMMUNS 2015 | 11