23rd edition · since 2001
Why BratMUN?
Bratislava Model United Nations, BratMUN, is an international conference simulating the United Nations, held annually in Slovakia’s capital, Bratislava.
Participants travel from all over the world to create an international environment that fosters diplomacy, public speaking and academic excellence.
Delegates represent countries and/or organizations in UN committees to debate and find resolutions to various real-world issues – past, present and future.
Over the course of 3 days, each committee develops a resolution during its committee sessions, which is presented and voted on during the General Assembly.
Organizing Team
Michal Bodnár
Secretary-General
Katarína Vizdálová
President of the General Assembly
Dávid Danovský
Deputy Secretary-General
Dominika Elizabeth Bab
Vice President of the General Assembly
Daniela Spišáková
USG for Sponsoring
Eliška Kováčová
USG for Communication
Gabriel Hudík
USG for Pages
Martin Kulina
USG for IT
Thank you to our partners
BratMUN is possible thanks to their support. Would your organisation like to support the 24th edition? Write to contact@bratmun.sk.
Frequently Asked Questions
All high school students are welcome to apply as delegates. Prior MUN experience is not required, although a good command of English and interest in global affairs are highly welcome. BratMUN welcomes first-time delegates. Our chairs and secretariat will support you throughout the conference.
Apply on the BratMUN 2026 page on MyMUN by 20 November 2026, as an individual delegate or with your school delegation. You can list your committee preferences in the application.
€80 per delegate. Meals during the conference are included; travel and accommodation are not. You pay only after you receive your committee and country assignment.
Yes! If you are coming with your school, you can register as a delegation. One faculty advisor or head delegate can register the whole group. See Schools and parents in the menu for the steps.
Each school delegation comes with a faculty advisor, who is responsible for their students outside committee sessions, including at the social event. Participants under 18 need the consent of a parent or legal guardian.
Yes. After you receive your assigned country and committee, you will be expected to research your country's stance on the topics, write a position paper, and become familiar with the Rules of Procedure and Code of Conduct. Study guides and other materials are shared well before the conference.
Absolutely. The For Delegates page has the Rules of Procedure (formal rules that structure debate in MUN), the Code of Conduct and the Resolution Template (how to write the documents that present a committee’s proposed solutions). Study guides for each committee are published in MyMUN under Documents.
The official language of BratMUN is English. All debates, documents, and speeches must be conducted in English.
BratMUN does not offer accommodation, but meals are included throughout the whole conference. For delegations we provide recommendations and help in finding suitable accommodation.
After you register, the BratMUN Secretariat will review your application and assign you a country and committee based on your preferences and experience. We do our best to accommodate requests, but final assignments are made to ensure balanced debate.
Yes! BratMUN is not just about debate. We typically host one social event per conference where participants can network with other delegates and relax after sessions. There is no dress code and participation is not mandatory, but we would be pleased if everyone got the opportunity to attend.
Participants remain responsible for their own behaviour, and faculty advisors for their students.
If you are coming from outside the Schengen Area, you may need a visa to enter Slovakia. BratMUN can provide an official invitation letter upon request once your application is accepted and payment is confirmed.
There are several awards given at the ceremony, such as best delegate, honourable mention, or outstanding delegate. All of the above awards are typically given based on a combination of substantive performance, diplomatic behavior, and preparation. Delegates who research thoroughly, speak confidently, collaborate effectively, write strong resolutions and follow the RoP are most likely to be considered for awards. The selection of awarded delegates is entirely up to the discretion of chairs.
MUN isn't really a competition in the traditional sense. While some conferences do give awards, the main goal of BratMUN is learning, teamwork, and improving your skills in public speaking, research, and diplomacy. It's a chance to explore global issues, meet new people, and have fun representing a country—not something you need to stress about or "win." Everyone's there to learn and grow, not to outdo each other.
Not at all! MUN is valuable for anyone interested in international affairs, debate, law, history, public speaking, writing, or leadership — regardless of future career plans.
Start by researching your assigned country's foreign policy, stance on the topic, history with the issue, and past actions in the UN. Use reliable sources like the UN website, government pages, and academic articles.
No. In MUN, you represent a country, not your personal beliefs. Part of the challenge is advocating for views that may differ from your own.
Yes! MUN is a valuable extracurricular activity that demonstrates initiative, leadership, teamwork, and global awareness — all things that universities and employers appreciate. At the end of the conference you will receive a letter of participation.
Feel free to contact us at contact@bratmun.sk, or reach out through our Instagram page @bratmun.
BratMUN 2025 in Focus
The 2025 simulation of the United Nations, organized under the auspices of Gymnázium Jura Hronca (GJH), reaffirmed its status as one of the region’s most prestigious high school conferences. From November 28–30, more than 250 students from around the world gathered in Bratislava to take on the role of diplomats. Alongside Slovak delegates, GJH welcomed strong international representation, including high schoolers from Austria, the Czech Republic, Italy, Germany, Hungary, and Greece, underscoring the global character of the event.
The 22nd edition featured intense debate and solution-seeking on the most pressing contemporary and historical crises. Committee sessions were held on academic grounds, with the ceremonial opening hosted in the iconic Historical Building of the National Council of the Slovak Republic. Delegates deliberated at the Comenius University Faculty of Law and the Faculty of Social and Economic Sciences. Students worked across ten different committees, demonstrating not only their grasp of international politics but also advanced discussion and diplomatic skills in English.
Among the key challenges of this year’s conference were three urgent topics: addressing the global threat of antibiotic-resistant diseases; exploring ethical and legal aspects of decriminalizing marital rape; and defining a mandate for post-conflict stability in the Gaza Strip. Spanning biomedicine, human rights, and crisis management, these subjects ensured every participant engaged with complex global issues shaping the 21st century.
The conference’s inspiring atmosphere was elevated by the presence of notable guests. Delegates heard from the President of the Slovak Republic, Peter Pellegrini, as well as seasoned leaders with international mandates, including former Minister of Foreign Affairs Ján Kubiš and Members of the European Parliament Miriam Lexmann and Vladimír Bilčík. Valuable insights also came from Richard Marko, CEO of ESET, and Michal Mlynár, former Permanent Representative of Slovakia to the UN. Their presence helped students bridge theory with real-world practice in global politics and diplomacy.
The successful delivery of the 22nd BratMUN was made possible by the dedication of the organizing team—thirty GJH students—and more than forty volunteers, supported by the Novohradská Foundation and the teaching staff. We also extend heartfelt thanks to our partners: VÚB Foundation, Bratislava Foundation, and TESCO. The conference not only strengthens high schoolers’ communication and leadership skills but also builds valuable international connections.
Preparations are already underway for BratMUN 2026, promising that this cherished GJH tradition will continue at the same high standard.