THE HAGUE CONFERENCE
59th Annual THIMUN The Hague Conference
COUNTDOWN TO PARTICIPATION
August
- Returning schools receive official invitation
- New schools must apply via formal application (see Foundation website: Participation > New Schools).
September
Deadline: Friday 25 September 2026.
- Submit Registration Form (ONLINE FORM I via MUNIS).
- Submit individual student applications (Student Officer, NATO, HSC, IC, ICES, Comité français and Press) – forms on website under downloads.
- Schools to process pre-payment fees during registration FORM
- Delegation assignments released after pre-payment.
October
Deadline: By Monday 12 October 2026
- Delegation assignments and individual appointments are published on Conference Web-App (categories: Student Officer, NATO, HSC, IC, ICES, Comité français and Press.
November
By Friday 20 November 2026:
- Submission of complete participant list via ONLINE FORM II (including MUN-Directors and Chaperones via MUNIS).
From 20 November2026:
- Full fees apply regardless of attendance by the school or
After 20 November 2026:
- Changes or substitutions require a €30.00 fee per updated ID
By end of November 2026:
- Submission of Research Reports by Student Officers.
- Submission of Visa requests to the THIMUN Office using Visa template under downloads.
December
- Invoice for remaining balance available in MUNIS.
- Inform the THIMUN Office of HTM ticket requirements (see Travel & Accommodation – HTM Public Transport Tickets)
- Transfer all outstanding fees.
- Statement of Account accessible in MUNIS after full payment.
January
- Final payment deadline for all outstanding fees.
- Schools receive email with final updates.
Mandatory Briefings: Student Officers, NATO, HSC, IC, ICES Comité français and Press on Monday 25 January
Conference Dates: Tuesday, 26 January – Friday, 29 January 2027
Conference Location: World Forum The Hague, Churchillplein 10, 2517 JW The Hague
Conference Venue
World Forum
Churchillplein 10
2517 JW The Hague
The Netherlands
PROGRAMME OF EVENTS
Please note:
- This agenda is provisional and will be finalised closer to the conference with exact schedules in the conference webapp.
- Most conference days will run approximately 09:00–16:30, although individual schedules may vary depending on committee or role.
- There will be one free afternoon.
Monday 25 January 2027
- Between 14:00 and 17:00 – Possibility for schools to register before Tuesday morning.
- At 12:30 – Mandatory briefings for Student Officers and Press
- At 14:30 – Mandatory briefings for NATO, IC, ICES
Tuesday 26 January 2027 (Day 1)
- Registration Schools and preparatory meetings
- Opening speeches and committee sessions begin
- Lobbying on Issues 1 & 2
- Opening Ceremony
Wednesday 27 January 2027 (Day 2)
- Debate on Issues 1 & 2
- MUN-Directors’ Workshop
- Blue Screen Event / Watch & Talk Event
Thursday 28 January 2027 (Day 3)
- Continued debate on Issues 1 & 2
- Lobbying for Issue 3
- MUN-Directors’ Workshop
Friday 29 January 2027 (Day 4)
- Debate on Issue 3
- Final committee sessions
- Closing Ceremony
ISUUES ON THE AGENDA
GENERAL ASSEMBLY (GA)
General Assembly 1 [Disarmament and International Security]
- Combatting maritime insecurity [piracy, ghost fleet]
- Geopolitical tensions and ocean governance
- Strengthening security and cooperation in the Mediterranean region
General Assembly 2 [Economic and Financial]
- Developing sustainable coastal tourism by 2030
- Measures to reduce the impact of high oil prices
- Promoting the development of a sustainable blue economy
General Assembly 3 [Social, Humanitarian and Cultural]
- Developing health care infrastructure to limit the deterioration of public health
- Measures against the impact of climate change on coastal communities
- Measures against the social and economic impacts of plastic pollution
General Assembly 4 [Special Political & Decolonisation]
- Strategy for security and development in the Sahel
- The question of the Great Wall of Sand in the South-China Sea
- The question of the Russian-occupied territories of Ukraine
General Assembly 6 [Legal]
- Criminal Responsibility of Officials and Experts from the United Nations Mission
- Measures to counter maritime criminality [piracy, sabotage, illegal traffic]
- Promoting the recognition by the United Nations of the crime of ecocide
SECURITY COUNCIL (SC)
- Maintenance of peace and security in maritime strategic passages
- The situation in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo [DRC]
- The situation in the Middle East
ECOSOC (ECO)
- Doha Programme of action for the Least Developed Countries [LDCs] for the decade 2022–2031
- Increasing investments in infrastructure considering the rise of debt-trap diplomacy
- Tackling the illegal mining of and illicit trafficking in minerals and precious metals
ENVIRONMENT COMMISSION (EVC)
Environment Sub-Commission 1 [EVC1]
- Combating marine pollution from land-based sources
- Minimising the environmental footprint of cruise ships
- Promoting the Green Jobs for Youth Pact [GJYP]
Environment Sub-Commission 2 [EVC2]
- Measures against illegal fishing
- Measures to promote Global Goal for Nature by 2030
- Measures to reduce the negative effects of desalinisation of sea waters
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION (HRC)
Human Rights Sub-Commission 1 [HRC1]
- Ensuring people with a disability have a voice in government
- Implementing traditional knowledge and indigenous rights in ocean governance
- The situation of human rights in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo [DRC]
Human Rights Sub-Commission 2 [HRC2]
- Measures to strengthen protection for migrants in distress at sea
- Protecting the rights of workers in the fishing industry
- The situation of human rights in the Islamic Republic of Iran
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (SDC)
Sustainable Development Sub-Commission 1 [SDC1]
- Strengthening access to education for rural populations [SDG4]
- Balancing food security and marine conservation [SDG14]
- Mitigating pollution from container shipping [SDG14]
Sustainable Development Sub-Commission 2 [SDC2]
- Improving water quality by reducing pollution, eliminating dumping and minimising release of hazardous chemicals and materials [SDG6]
- Measures to implement sustainable ocean renewable energy sources [SDG7]
- Promoting sustainable protection against rising sea level [SDG13]
SPECIAL CONFERENCE ON SEAS AND OCEANS COMMISSION (SPC)
Special Conference Sub-Commission 1 [SPC1]
- Adapting the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea [UNCLOS] to meet new challenges
- Countering maritime “grey zone” operations [drug smuggling, piracy, terrorist acts, sabotage]
- Implementing the Deep-Sea Conservation Coalition’s moratorium [DSCC]
Special Conference Sub-Commission 2 [SPC2]
- Countering illegal unreported and unregulated fishing [IUU]
- Expanding the role of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea [ITLOS]
- The issue of strategic maritime passages: threats to global trade security
HISTORICAL SECURITY COUNCIL YEAR 1967 (HSC)
- Addressing the escalation of inter-communal violence in Cyprus [20 July 1967]
- Confronting the humanitarian crisis in Biafra [10 October 1967]
- Responding to the rapid escalation of armed conflict in the Middle East following pre-emptive strikes [5 June 1967]
INTERNATIONAL COURTS (IC)
- ICC – The Prosecutor versus Jean-Pierre Bemba Goba
- ITLOS – The detention of three Ukrainian naval vessels (Ukraine v. Russian Federation, provisional measures)
NORTH ATLANTIC TREATY ORGANISATION SUMMIT (NATO)
- NATO’s Istanbul Cooperation Initiative [ICI]
- Strengthening dialogue and cooperation with its partners in the Indo-Pacific region
- The question of security in the Baltic Sea
COMITÉ FRANÇAIS
- La situation des droits de l’homme dans la République islamique d’Iran
- Impacts environnementaux et sociaux de la pollution plastique
- La question des passages maritimes stratégiques : menaces à la sécurité commerciale mondiale
INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL FOR THE EXPLORATION OF THE SEA (ICES)
- Controlling climate change impacts on marine ecosystems
- Measures to protect submarine cultural artefacts
- Measures to protect submarine infrastructure
RESEARCH REPORTS
These are written by the Student Officers to guide the delegates on their research and preparation for each issue on the agenda. The Student Officers per committee will research and write these reports, they will be available to download in December by clicking on the issue in question in the Conference App.
The size of the delegations will vary according to the type of delegation and the need to be represented in a particular committee or council based on the agenda items affecting these delegations.
The complete list of available delegations with the specific committees per delegation can be downloaded below under downloads from the THIMUN Handbook: Registration & Conference Information.
ASSIGNED DELEGATIONS
The final list of assigned delegations per school will be posted by the end of October and can be found in our CONFERENCE WEB-APP within the menu – Delegations, this will redirect you to the THIMUN platform that will be used before and during the conference.
SECURITY COUNCIL
- Security Council: 15 member delegations
- 5 permanent members: China, France, Russian Federation, United Kingdom, United States of America.
- 10 elected members: Serve 2-year terms
- Each delegation assigns 2 delegates to the Security Council
ECOSOC
- ECOSOC (Economic and Social Council): 54 member countries
- One-third of members elected annually (rotating membership)
- Rotation ensures balanced representation over time
- Each delegation assigns 2 delegates to ECOSOC.
NON-MEMBER DELEGATIONS
- Non-member delegation size depends on:
- Delegation type
- Relevance of agenda items to their interests
- Typically assigned to one forum with one delegate and two delegates in ECOSOC
For complete list of Non-member states / Official Observers (OOs), Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) and UN Organisations and Specialised Agencies please refer to the THIMUN 2027 Conference Information handbook (page11) available under download section of this website.
APPLICATIONS
Students from participating schools can apply individually for positions in the following categories:
- Student Officer
- NATO Summit
- Historical Security Council (HSC)
- International Court (IC)
- Comite Francais (CF)
- International Council for the Exploration of the Seas (ICES)
- Press & Media Team
The application forms are PDF fillable and can be obtained on the downloads page or clicking above
GENERAL RULES FOR APPLICATION
The general rules for these applications are as follows, unless otherwise specified.
- Only students from participating schools can apply for an individual student position.
- All students applying for one of the above positions must complete the Application Form
- A letter of recommendation from their MUN-Director in the Application Form
- Complete applications must be received at the THIMUN The Hague Office by the final closing date, Friday 25 September 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Students can only apply for a position in ONE of the categories.
I. STUDENT OFFICER ROLES & REQUIREMENTS
- The Student Officer team includes the Executive Committee, Presidents, Deputy Presidents, Committee Chairs, and Deputy Chairs across various forums.
All Student Officer applicants must:
- Have strong knowledge of the THIMUN Rules of Procedure.
- Understand current international affairs and assigned agenda issues.
Selected Student Officers:
- Receive instructions from the Executive Committee.
- Draft Research Reports by end of November.
- Attend mandatory online briefings prior to the conference and on Monday 25 January.
- Participate in lobbying and oversee committee work during the conference
The Executive Committee is composed of senior leaders overseeing the entire conference, while Committee Chairs and Presidents manage sessions and lobbying. Deputy Chairs and Deputy Presidents support these roles and provide younger students with opportunities to develop leadership skills for future THIMUN sessions. For a detailed overview of each role and its responsibilities, please refer to the Conference Information Handbook.
II. NATO SUMMIT
- The THIMUN NATO Summit simulation consists of 32 student delegates will represent NATO member states, replicating the real NATO structure.
- Participants address political, diplomatic, economic, legal, and military aspects in their discussions.
Applicants must:
- Be from participating schools.
- Have previous THIMUN experience.
- Submit the NATO Application Form.
- Main task: draft and adopt a joint communiqué (a binding agreement, unlike standard MUN resolutions).
- The Summit follows Security Council-style rules and conducts all debates in plenary sessions.
- Quality of debate relies on participants’ experience, flexibility, and enthusiasm.
All NATO applicants must attend a mandatory briefing on Monday 25 January 2027 at the World Forum, The Hague
III. HISTORICAL SECURITY COUNCIL – YEAR 1967 (HSC)
- THIMUN 2027 will feature a Historical Security Council (HSC) simulation focused on the year 1967.
- Fifteen schools will each send two delegates to represent the 1967 Security Council member states.
- The HSC includes five permanent and ten elected members.
- Interested students must submit the HSC Application Form.
- Delegates will re-enact the Council’s response to three major 1967 events, in chronological order.
- Focus: explore potential actions the Security Council could have taken during these crises.
IV. INTERNATIONAL COURT (IC)
- The IC focuses on the prosecution of individuals accused of genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes.
- The ITLOS focuses on the peaceful settlement of disputes between States concerning the interpretation and application of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.
- The proceedings focus on the presentation of evidence, witness examination and legal argument under the Rome Statute and the International Law of the Sea respectively.
- 20 participants:
- 3 Student Officers (2 Co-Presidents, 1 Registrar).
- 8 Advocates: four for each case: Teams of two serving as Prosecutors and Defence Counsel (ICC), and Applicants and Respondents (ITLOS).
- 9 Judges: nine participants will serve exclusively as Judges. Advocates will serve as Judges in the International Court in which they are not acting as counsel.
Applications open to students with:
- Strong academic ability and MUN experience.
- An interest in international affairs and international law.
- Strong independent research skills.
Applicants must indicate their preferred role and outline relevant qualifications and experience.
Selected participants must prepare for their assigned role, study the THIMUN International Courts materials, and attend the mandatory briefing on Monday 25 January 2027, at the World Forum; The Hague.
V. COMITÉ FRANÇAIS
- THIMUN will host a French speaking
- Comité français : 60 pays
- Volonté de montrer la diversité linguistique et culturelle de THIMUN
- Nécessité pour les participants d’une bonne maîtrise de la langue française.
VI. INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL FOR THE EXPLORATION OF THE SEA (ICES)
- New to THIMUN 2027: Experience a unique science-based simulation of the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES).
- Develop evidence-based recommendations and gain insight into how scientific research shapes international environmental policy.
- Main task: Draft a joint communique (a binding agreement, unlike standard resolutions).
- Represent member states in addressing real-world ocean challenges.
- The ICES Summit 2027 will be held in the Netherlands, and for THIMUN 2027 we will collaborate with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security and Nature to ensure this is a valuable and beneficial experience for all participants.
- Participants must attend the mandatory briefing on Monday 25 January 2027, at the World Forum the Hague.
VII. PRESS & COMMUNICATIONS
Under the guidance of the Press & Media Communications Coordinator, press members are responsible for conference news, social media, photos and videos.
Press & Communications Delegation Roles:
- Writers/reporters/interviewers
- Photographers /
- Illustrators /
- Social media / post creators.
Application Requirements:
- Submit the Press & Media Application
- Familiarity with MUN is advantageous and experience in at least one of the following:
- Online publishing (e.g. WordPress).
- Photography/videography.
- Artwork
- Graphic design
- Social media management/content
Expectations:
- Contribute ideas and content prior to the
- Join online meetings before the event
- Attend a mandatory briefing on Monday 25 January 2027 at the World Forum The Hague
SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS
- Successful applicants will be announced by mid-October.
- Students in individual positions must travel and stay with their school delegation.
- THIMUN is not responsible for their travel or accommodation costs.
FEES
- All individual position holders must pay the full participant fee.
- Exception: Executive Committee members of the Student Officer team.
THIMUN THE HAGUE CONFERENCE APP
THIMUN has developed a Web App to use before and during our conferences.
Registered participating schools and students can find all detailed information on the upcoming event such as country delegations per school, Student Officer selection, and more. The CONFERENCE APP button can be accessed in the main menu. .
All participants (Students, MUN-Directors, Chaperones, Individual Student positions and Press) will also be using the app during the event in a secure environment and can follow the debate in real time, find room allocations as well as other information during the conference.
GO TO CONFERENCE APP
Conference Fees
CONFERENCE FEES |
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| Fee per school delegation | € 190.00 |
| Participation fee per person for MUN-Directors/Chaperones/Delegates/Press/Individual Student Positions (except Executive team) Includes lunches and a HTM Public Transport Conference ticket* | € 340.00 |
| Changes to FORM II after November per ID badge changed, replacement ID badge after registration at conference (cash payment) | € 30.00 |
* Schools NOT requiring the HTM Public transport cards must inform the THIMUN office before 1 December 2026. Those schools will receive a discount of € 20.00 per participant on the participation fee.
FINANCIAL STATEMENT
- Financial statement available in MUNIS system after logging in at apps.thimun.org/thimun/entrance
- Access and print statement of accounts under the “Account (financial)” section.
- Once FORM II is accepted, should a balance be due, the statement acts as an official invoice requesting payment.
DEADLINES & CANCELLATIONS
Changes / Substitutions:
- After November deadline, changes or substitutions require a €30.00 fee per updated ID badge.
- Requests must be submitted by email to the THIMUN Office.
Cancellation:
- From November deadline, full fees apply regardless of attendance by the school or individual.
- No refunds issued after this date.
- Cancellation costs depend on the date written notice is received by the THIMUN Office:
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| After 25 September 2026 | 100% of the pre-payment becomes non-refundable |
| After 20 November 2026 | 100% of all fees are due, with no refunds issued |
PAYMENTS
DELEGATION PRE-PAYMENT
- All schools must submit a non-refundable pre-payment by Friday 25 September 2026, in line with the FORM I registration deadline.
- Upon receipt of payment, THIMUN allocates delegations based on requested number of seats.
- Pre-payment must include the delegation fee (see details below).
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The remaining balance must be paid by Friday 15 January 2027. A complete detailed financial statement can be accessed through the MUNIS system after submission of FORM II after logging in.
BANK TRANSFER
- Remaining balance due by Friday 15 January 2027.
- Financial statement available via MUNIS after login.
- MUN-Directors must bring proof of payment to on-site registration.
All payments must:
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- Be in euros, net of bank charges
- Be transferred to THIMUN’s ABN AMRO account
Bank Transfer Instructions:
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- Must include school name
- Mention school ID number (from MUNIS)
- Use IBAN and BIC/SWIFT to avoid delays and extra charges
THIMUN BANK ACCOUNT INFORMATION
| THE HAGUE INTERNATIONAL MODEL UNITED NATIONS
Account No.: 484264567 IBAN: NL03ABNA0484264567 BIC/SWIFT: ABNANL2A ABN AMRO Bank, Koningskade 30, The Hague |
BANK CHARGES
- Schools must cover all bank charges related to conference fee payments.
- To avoid or minimise these charges, schools should instruct their bank to transfer the full amount net of all charges directly to the THIMUN bank account via bank transfer.
TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS
Schools must arrange their own travel to/from The Hague and accommodation during the conference. THIMUN can only provide limited assistance.
Schools are advised to contact ITO Tours for help with:
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- Hotel bookings
- Transfers
- Local trips in the Netherlands
OUR TRUSTED TRAVEL AGENCY – ITO TOURS
The team at ITO TOURS offers accommodation packages including transfers for a smooth and enjoyable trip to the Netherlands.
- Visit ITO’s website for more details (https://itotours.com/mice/thimun/).
- Once THIMUN registration is confirmed, schools can begin trip planning.
- Submit inquiries to thimun@itotours.nl for personalised travel assistance tailored to exact needs, budget, and preferences.
Additional services include:
- Cultural and scenic excursions in the Netherlands
- Pre/post-conference nights in cities across the Netherlands, Belgium, or France (based on time/budget.
- Custom excursions before/after the conference
TRAVELLING TO THE NETHERLANDS
Schools are strongly advised to take full responsibility for travel to/from the Netherlands for the THIMUN conference.
Schools should check:
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- Official Dutch government websites
- Their own national government websites
- Ensure all travel and entry requirements are met.
INSURANCE
- Schools are strongly advised to obtain cancellation, travel, and medical insurance.
- THIMUN is not responsible for any related costs incurred by schools or participants.
VISA APPLICATION PROCESS
- For students and teachers requiring a visa to enter the Netherlands:
- The MUN-Director must send a formal request to the THIMUN office (info@thimun.org) using the visa template on our website under downloads.
⚠ IMPORTANT
- DO NOT SUBMIT A VISA REQUESTS UNTIL YOUR FORM II HAS BEEN SUBMITTED.
The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strict instructions we must adhere to. We cannot submit a letter unless the participation (FORM II) is submitted. - All visa requests from the same school must be submitted together in a single document.
- Visa processing takes time
- Late submissions risk delays or non-
- Upon receiving required information:
- THIMUN Office issues a formal invitation letter to the MUN-Director for visa
- Request must include the following details for each applicant (please use template under downloads):
- Full name (as written in the passport).
- Date of birth
- Nationality
- Passport number
- Passport dates of issue and expiration
AIRPORT TRANSFER
THIMUN & ITO Tours offer an airport pick-up service to your hotel/hostel or the World Forum.
Alternative transport options:
From Amsterdam/Schiphol Airport:
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- Take a direct train to Den Haag Hollands Spoor (HS) or Den Haag Centraal (CS)
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From Den Haag Hollands Spoor station (HS):
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- Take tram 1 (direction Scheveningen, stop World Forum)
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From Den Haag Centraal Station (CS), there are 3 possibilities:
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- Take Tram 17 (direction Statenkwartier, stop Kunstmuseum Den Haag)
- Take Bus 24 (direction Kijkduin, stop Kunstmuseum Den Haag)
- Take Bus 28 (direction DH Zuiderstrand, stop Statenplein)
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All options are within a short walking distance to the conference venue
HTM PUBLIC TRANSPORT CONFERENCE TICKET
- At registration, all participants (students, MUN-Directors, chaperones) receive a 4-day HTM public transport ticket (valid Tuesday thru Friday).
- Ticket allows unlimited tram/bus travel in The Hague and Scheveningen during the conference.
- Extra day cards available online via the HTM website.
- Schools not needing HTM cards must notify the THIMUN Office by 1 December 2025. These schools receive a €20.00 discount per participant on the participation fee
ACCOMMODATION
- THIMUN requires accommodation details for all participants during the conference.
- Schools must provide the name of their accommodation on FORM II.
- Local students staying at home are exempt from this requirement.
- Information is for administrative purposes only.
THIMUN does not handle hotel bookings or changes.
GENERAL BEHAVIOUR
- THIMUN The Hague is an educational simulation of UN Councils
- Delegates act as diplomats and ambassadors for their assigned country and school.
- High standards of personal conduct and behaviour are required both inside and outside the World Forum.
- Proper delegate behaviour is essential for maintaining strong relations with the World Forum, the City of The Hague, as well as the diplomatic and business communities.
- Schools must select students carefully and avoid bringing those likely to cause disciplinary issues.
- Misconduct can affect the reputation of both THIMUN, and the school
- Attendance at THIMUN is by invitation. Schools or individual students may lose the privilege if students do not uphold proper standards and accepted behaviour.
MUN-DIRECTORS’ RESPONSIBILITIES AND CONDUCT
- All students must be accompanied and supervised by designated MUN-Director(s).
- A MUN-Director must be a teacher at the school or one of the participating schools
- Each group should have at least two MUN-Directors. Small or local delegations may have just one MUN-Director
Students staying in hotels must be supervised by MUN-Directors, who must:
- Stay in the same hotel
- Have rooms located close to student rooms
- Sign the hotel Code of Conduct (via ITO PCO) and ensure student compliance
At least one MUN-Director per school must be:
- Present at the World Forum during conference hours
- Attend the MUN-Director meeting on Tuesday
MUN-Directors are required to adhere to the dress code (see below).
DRESS CODE
- Formal dress and appropriate footwear are required at all meetings, reflecting what real UN diplomats wear.
Prohibited attire includes:
- National dress
- Military uniforms
- Armbands
- Dress code is enforced to maintain professionalism and avoid offending other delegates.
CONDUCT IN THE WORLD FORUM
- Delegates and teachers must be courteous to World Forum staff and THIMUN staff, many of whom volunteer their own time to serve participants.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited throughout the World Forum.
- Alcohol consumption and drug use is not permitted.
CONDUCT IN HOTELS
- THIMUN relies on the goodwill of hotels to offer affordable accommodation for delegates.
- Poor behaviour by even one student can jeopardise future hotel availability.
- Students must act responsibly to maintain positive relationships with hotel staff and management.
- Students must always be polite and considerate to hotel staff and other guests.
- A curfew of 11 p.m. is recommended each night. No noise in hotel rooms after 10 p.m.
TOBACCO, ALCOHOL AND DRUGS
- Smoking, alcohol and drug use are strictly prohibited inside the World Forum.
- MUN-Directors must set and enforce their own rules for students outside the venue.
- In the Netherlands, the legal drinking age is 18.
- MUN-Directors are responsible for enforcing rules on tobacco, alcohol, and drugs both on and off conference premises.
THIMUN Policy Against Undiplomatic Behaviour, Bullying, Harassment and Discrimination
Disrespectful behaviours in preparation of and during a THIMUN conference should be addressed by attendees directly or through their MUN-Director, head committee chair or one of the executive student officers. Instances of undiplomatic behaviour, bullying, harassment, or discrimination should be called to the attention of THIMUN Foundation’s Board or Staff.
All forms of undiplomatic behaviour, bullying, harassment, and discrimination are not acceptable. Such acts and behaviour are incompatible with THIMUN’s educational mission and are a violation of our values.
Consequences may include issuing a verbal reprimand, expelling violators from the conference without compensation, barring violators from future THIMUN involvement, as well as barring their respective schools from future THIMUN involvement.
The THIMUN Foundation has the right to take these or any other actions deemed appropriate in order to ensure the safe participation of all students and to uphold the values and ethos of THIMUN.
PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL SAFETY – Anti-bullying and harassment
Every THIMUN participant has the right to feel safe and included at THIMUN conferences We believe that a THIMUN conference should create a community in which all students and staff thrive, and all identities are affirmed and protected.
Definition of bullying and harassment:
Bullying and harassment include written, verbal, electronic or physical conduct that adversely affects the ability of one or more students to participate in or benefit from a THIMUN conference. It also refers to placing a student (or students) in fear of harm. This includes conduct that is based on a student’s actual or perceived race, colour, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and/or religion. This also includes conduct that targets a student because of a characteristic of a friend, family member, or other person or group with whom a student associates.
Definition of cyberbullying:
Cyberbullying is the use of any electronic/digital communication technology to bully or harass, as defined above, regardless of the location or type of communication used.
Please note that the THIMUN Foundation can neither be held responsible for behaviour or actions conducted by participants within the World Forum Convention Centre nor off the premises of the conference.
Practicalities and Forms
Click the links below to download the Registration Handbook for THIMUN The Hague, as well as all forms.
- THIMUN 2027 Handbook: Registration & Conference Information
Fillable PDF Forms for Individual Student positions – THIMUN The Hague 2027:
- Student Officer
- NATO Summit
- Historical Security Council – Year 1967 (HSC)
- International Court (ICC)
- Comite Francais (CF)
- International Council for the Exploration of the Seas (ICES)
- Press & Media Team
Please note that the Registration form (ONLINE Form I) and the Participation form (ONLINE FORM II) are only available online in a secure environment (MUNIS).
RESEARCH REPORTS
The Research Reports for THIMUN The Hague 2027 will be published in December 2026 on the Conference Web-App.
STUDENT PREPARATION GUIDES
Preparation guidelines, rules and procedures, sample resolutions etc. can be found on our Foundation site under the Education section.
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