NAIMUNAid
Applications open May 13th.
What is NAIMUNAid?
At NAIMUN, we believe that socioeconomic situations should never be a barrier to attending our conference and grow from this immersive educational experience. We understand that attending NAIMUN entails a substantial financial commitment for many schools.
NAIMUN LXII is thrilled to continue offering financial aid through NAIMUNAid, which assists schools with the heavy financial burden of traveling to the conference and staying at the Washington Hilton. Each year, we distribute thousands of dollars to schools and individuals that need financial assistance to register for NAIMUN in order to help as many schools as possible participate in this unique educational experience. This is rooted in the Georgetown International Relations Association, Inc. (GIRA)’s commitment to making the international relations education programs we offer as accessible as possible.
The NAIMUNAid program is a step forward in making NAIMUN accessible to a wider range of high school students around the world. We offer scholarships both to individuals as well as whole delegations. Please note that, as we have a limited budget for financial aid, we cannot guarantee that all applicants will receive the amount requested. View testimonials from past NAIMUNAid recipients here.
What does NAIMUNAid cover?
The following costs may be covered by NAIMUNAid:
Registration fees
Advisor fees
Travel costs
Costs of accommodation at the Washington Hilton
Please note that NAIMUNAid applicants do not need to pay registration fees until they receive their NAIMUNAid application results.
how do i apply?
In order to be considered for NAIMUNAid, the applicant must have already registered for NAIMUN LXII. NAIMUNAid applicants can be school delegations OR an individual delegate who requires financial assistance.
NAIMUNAid applicants with demonstrated need will be given priority. In addition, applicants that have shown their desire to cover the costs of attending NAIMUN through fundraising efforts will be given preference.
Application Timeline
May 13, 2024: Financial aid application released
October 4, 2024: Financial aid application due
October 14, 2024: Financial aid results announced
October 21, 2024: Final date to accept aid package
Please direct all questions regarding financial aid to the Director of Philanthropy, Catherine Hiemstra, at c.hiemstra@modelun.org.
Fundraising
NAIMUN has a strong commitment to allowing underserved schools send delegations to our conference. Within our NAIMUNAid application, we have also included guidelines through which delegations can fundraise to cover the cost of attending our conference. As previously mentioned, please be aware that NAIMUNAid applicants that have shown their desire to attend our conference through fundraising efforts will be given priority. We encourage all NAIMUNAid applicants to craft a coherent fundraising plan that is well-explained in their application before applying for aid.
Fundraising Consultations with our team
Since NAIMUNAid applicants are strongly encouraged to demonstrate their desire to attend our conference through their own fundraising efforts, NAIMUN LXII is proud to introduce fundraising consultations with our Director of Philanthropy, Catherine Hiemstra. Applicants may use these appointments to work directly with Catherine and develop their fundraising plans. Catherine has extensive experience with fundraising and is happy to work with your specific needs to come up with the best strategy for your team.
Consultation sign-ups will open on May 13. Feel free to email Catherine at c.hiemstra@modelun.org with any questions!
Fundraising guide
Our informational fundraising guide includes strategic and creative fundraising ideas that can be catered to your specific circumstances and needs. These include grants, sponsorships, and fundraising projects to subsidize the cost of attending NAIMUN. From basic organizational strategies to successful fundraising ideas, we’ve created this guide to help facilitate a delegate or school’s fundraising to attend NAIMUN.
Feel free to reference this guide as you complete your NAIMUNAid application. Catherine is also happy to go over specific sections during fundraising consultations.
Delegate Closet
NAIMUN LXII is thrilled to announce our revamped Delegate Closet, which is available for all delegates who want to secure Western business attire for NAIMUN weekend. All items are available for pre-order and can be collected at the Washington Hilton, starting from Thursday, February 13, 2025. Delegates also have the choice to browse our clothing selections during NAIMUN and check out items in person.
More information coming soon!