WELCOME NOTE:

On behalf of the UPMUNC 2013 Board of Directors, I invite you to join us for the 11th Annual University For Peace's Model United Nations Conference: The path to peace in an increasingly connected global society.

From February 28^th to March 2^nd, 2013, high-school and undergraduate students from all over the world, as well as members of the UPeace community and staff of international organizations will come together at the United Nations Mandated University for Peace (UPeace) main Campus in Costa Rica as part of UPMUNC 2013.

The University for Peace was created to foster a community of leaders committed to promoting ideals of peace for a better future. Each year UPMUNC has been an integral part of this community. UPMUNC is a Model United Nations simulation of the real United Nations Organization, its most important bodies and specialized agencies, held for the purpose of providing participants with valuable insights into procedures and conflict resolution within the UN.

We, the UPMUNC 2013 Board of Directors are privileged to continue this legacy, and are committed to creating an exciting, fun & stimulating conference for all involved. This year's theme is 'The Path to peace in an increasingly connected global society'. The five committees represented are; the Security Council, UN Women, the UNEP, UNHRC, and ECOSOC.

This year's board is an exciting, dynamic group of individuals from all corners of the globe, reflecting the diversity and cooperative spirit underlying the United Nations. We sincerely hope you join us in beautiful Costa Rica & we look forward to meeting you in February.

In Peace,

Saskia Knight
President, UPMUNC 2013 Board of Directors