Dear Delegates of the Middle School MUN,
This November, I am excited to hear all of your perspectives on the topic of Improving Migrant Integration. As migrants often come from cultures different to that of their host country, poor integration can be the cause of conflict between groups. It’s important to tackle this subject from multiple angles—there are no “quick fixes” or one-size-fits-all solutions, as all migrants have diverse needs and experiences, and any solutions attempted will undoubtedly come with their own trade-offs. We must approach our discussions with empathy and creativity if we are to transform policies written on paper into impactful actions that enhance the lives of migrants and strengthen our global community.
I was born in the United States, but I’ve lived all over Europe and the USA over my lifetime. As a 9th grader at the John F. Kennedy School in Berlin, I have participated in Model United Nations for about two years, and this BERMUN conference will be my first as a chair.
Outside of preparing for BERMUN, I enjoy graphic design, programming, and playing the piano, ukulele, and clarinet. I also spend a good amount of my free time learning German—I love languages and will take any chance I get to improve my language skills.
Participating in the Middle School MUN this November will be a great opportunity for us to develop our public speaking skills and gain experience in the unique environment of Model United Nations. Our committee is a great starting place to explore researching international policy and thinking like a delegate representing a country. To make this conference amazing for all of the delegates in our committee, I hope you will take the time to prepare by researching your country’s stance on our topics and writing your resolution and policy paper so that you can debate skillfully during the conference.
In closing, I hope this BERMUN experience is as enlightening for you as mine have been for me. I look forward to meeting you all in November!
Sincerely,
Malcolm Wood
Co-Chair in the Middle School MUN
