Letter from the Secretary-General

Dear Delegates, Sponsors, and Guests of GSMUN XXVI:

It is my distinct honor to welcome you to the 26th iteration of the Governor’s School Model United Nations conference, to be held March 22-23, 2024 at Maggie Walker Governor’s School in Richmond, Virginia. 

Over the last 26 years, GSMUN has transformed from a humble conference consisting of only 100 delegates from Richmond to a conference of over 500 delegates, who stem from all across the nation. However, from the very beginning, GSMUN has prided itself on creating an unparalleled experience of debate, diplomacy, and engagement for both veteran and novice delegates alike. This year, GSMUN will be composed of 18 committees, diverse in both region and time period, that range from the rise of the Brazilian Empire to the downfall of Standard Oil. In addition to that, we have also brought back the Ad Hoc committee of the Secretary General, where delegates are tasked with devising solutions without any prior information of the committee, topics, or positions. 

All 18 of our committee represent this year’s theme - United We Stand. In a world where polarization has reached an all time high, it’s important to remember the original goal of the United Nations: global cooperation. At GSMUN, it is our greatest wish that delegates become more effective and compassionate leaders, who, through collaboration, can be the catalyst for positive change in their communities. 

Furthermore, a key feature of our conference every year is our charity. I am happy to announce that GSMUN XXVI’s charity will be the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), which is dedicated to fighting leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease, and myeloma through funding cutting-edge cancer research and supporting patients with free information and affordable treatment plans. LLS is a truly brilliant organization whose work and activism has saved millions of lives and has advanced the therapies that are used to treat blood cancer patients today. I sincerely hope that you can help us in our goal of raising $10,000 for LLS. 

Lastly, I would like to formally invite you to register for GSMUN XXVI. In the coming months, this website will be updated with background guides, dossiers, and registration information, with early registration opening November 5th. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or comments you might have.

GSMUN is an organization that I hold very close to my heart. Participating in this conference and being welcomed into such an incredible community has made me a bolder speaker, a better leader, and a kinder individual. I hope this will be the same for each and everyone of you. 

On behalf of the Secretariat and all staffers, I sincerely want to thank you all. It is your participation and support that has driven and continues to drive this conference. We hope to see you in March. 

Sincerely,

Rohini Mudinur

Secretary-General, GSMUN XXVI

gsmun.secgen@gmail.com