Volume 33 Issue 08 - 11 June 2021

Model United Nations - NSW Parliament House

On Saturday 29 May, Year 10 students Emily J, Isabella W and Zoe W travelled into NSW Parliament House, accompanied by Mr East, to represent the College in the Model United Nations (MUNA) for Rotary District 9675. 

Competing against schools such as Ascham, Macarthur Anglican College, Rooty Hill High School, Marist College Kogarah among others, the girls represented Mexico at the UN General Assembly and debated responses to such diverse resolutions as:
- Sustainable fishing practices
- Global responses to pandemics
- The use of plastic bags and environmental impacts
- The use of drone technology and state sovereignty.

The girls performed very well under pressure and impressed the judges with their preparation, research and strong arguments. Although not placing on the day, the girls enjoyed the privilege of working from the Legislative Chamber of the NSW Parliament, and had fun throughout the day. A special mention and thanks to Dr Hugh McDermott MP, who acted as UN Secretary General for the day and gave the girls excellent advice. Thank you to Rotary District 9675 and Ms Lennox for supporting the girls in this endeavour.

Nathan East - HSIE Coordinator