Model United Nations, or MUN, is essentially a simulation of a United Nations conference. It helps students learn about diplomacy, international relations, the United Nations and peaceful conflict resolution, as they represent different countries from across the world. The primary objective of all student delegates is to research on, draft, lobby for, debate and ultimately pass a UN resolution for a topic area (usually a real-world issue) within their committee. This process promotes researching, writing and debating skills, as well as teamwork and leadership abilities.