During the October half-term break, twenty of our students and two teachers travelled to Accra to participate in the fifth Global Junior Model United Nations (GJ-MUN) Conference, held at the University of Ghana from 23rd to 25th October. Under the theme “The UN at 80 and Beyond: Our World, Our Voice, Our Future”, the conference brought together students from different schools to debate global issues, exchange ideas and hone their diplomacy, negotiation and public speaking skills.
The conference also included a Global Village, cultural evening and a day of tours, games and team-building activities. Our students also had the opportunity to meet the Deputy High Commissioner of the United Kingdom to Ghana. Time away from home offered valuable opportunities for students to bond, develop independence and strengthen life skills. All participants received certificates in recognition of their participation. Joel Eli Asakpo was named Most Fashionable in the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Male Division.
The group also explored some of Accra’s historical and cultural landmarks, including Osu Castle, Independence Square, the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum and Marina Park. A particularly enriching visit was to Sun Trade Beads, where the students met Mrs. Kati Torda Dagadu, a Hungarian-born artist and bead specialist. Having spent over 40 years in Ghana, she has dedicated much of her time to researching, documenting and promoting the history and cultural significance of Ghanaian beads. This was our second appearance at the GJ-MUN conference, and we are pleased to see growing interest among our students. We look forward to building on this momentum and making this conference a regular feature of the opportunities we offer beyond the classroom.
