University of New Haven
Model United Nations
ChargerMUN
Saturday,
November 14, 2026
Dear Model United Nations Delegates:
We invite you to the Fall 2026 ChargerMUN high school conference. The conference will be held in person at the University of New Haven's West Haven campus on Saturday, November 14, 2026.
Feedback from previous participants has been overwhelmingly positive, and we are excited to welcome you all back for our in-person MUN conference.
As in the past, we expect participation from several high schools and over 200 delegates. Top-performing school delegations will receive plaques, and outstanding delegates will receive certificates.
ChargerMUN will simulate two United Nations committees, including the Security Council, the General Assembly Third Committee, and the United Nations Environment Assembly, and discuss several key global issues. Students will work in teams to create, discuss, debate, and negotiate solutions to a global problem. Experience and extensive preparation are not required, as all participants will have access to a committee and topic background guide. Position papers are optional, though those who submit a position paper could win a position paper award.
To register and pay, please click here:
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER AND PAY
Priority registration/payment will open on May 1, 2026, and will save your spot at ChargerMUN 2026. This will give you priority for committee & country placement. The priority registration/payment deadline is October 2, 2026. Student participants will be assigned to their country once they have registered/paid and submitted their photo release waiver form to Alex Lengenfelder at aleng1@unh.newhaven.edu.
If you have any questions or would like to set up a Zoom meeting to discuss ChargerMUN 2026, please email Alex Lengenfelder at aleng1@unh.newhaven.edu..
Thank you, and we look forward to hearing from you soon!
Sincerely,
Holly Speers
Secretary-General, ChargerMUN 2026
Mackenzie Derosa
Deputy Secretary General, ChargerMUN 2026
Alex Lengenfelder
Outreach Director, ChargerMUN 2026
Dr. Chris Haynes
Associate Professor of Political Science,
University of New Haven
Director, UNH Model United Nations Program
Event Details
Date - Saturday, November 14, 2026
Registration Time - 8:15 am - 9:15 am
Opening Ceremonies - 9;15 am
End - 4:45 pm
Location - University of New Haven, 300 Boston Post Road, West Haven, CT 06516
Visitor Parking
Maxcy Hall Parking and Kaplan Lot (enter through Boston Post Road Entrance)
Day of Contact Info - Dr. Chris Haynes, 949-375-3470
Registration
9:00 am to 9:30 am in Bucknall Theater
UNH Main Campus Map link:
https://www.newhaven.edu/about/campus-locations/index.php
Materials
Dress Code: Formal Attire (strongly suggested)
Students should bring a computer, pen/pencil
Background guides posted: Please see PDF below
Position Papers deadline: Due by 11:59 pm on Friday, Oct 16, 2026, please email papers to Newhavendais@gmail.com
Costs
Student fee (by Oct 2): $35 (credit or debit card only), to pay by check, please email Dr. Chris Haynes at chaynes@newhaven.edu.
Late Payment Student fee (Oct 3 through Nov 10): $50 (credit or debit card only)
School Fee: No Fee
To Register and Pay for ChargerMUN
Underneath "Actions," Click on "View Details"
Contact Info
To inquire or for questions, please email:
Chris Haynes - chaynes@newhaven.edu, 949-375-3470 (Day of ONLY)
Conference Layout
Committee 1: Security Council
Topic: Conflict & Food Security
- Director: TBD
- Assistant Director: TBD
- Chair: TBD
Committee 2: UNEA
Topic: Environmental Recovery in Areas Affected by Armed Conflict
- Director: TBD
- Assistant Director 1: TBD
- Assistant Director 2: TBD
- Assistant Director 3: TBD
- Assistant Director 4: TBD
- Chair: TBD
Committee 3: General Assembly Third Committee
Topic: Ensuring Equitable & Inclusive Access to Education
- Director: TBD
- Assistant Director 1: TBD
- Assistant Director 2: TBD
- Assistant Director 3: TBD
- Chair: TBD
Keynote Speaker
TBD
Committee Materials & Links
General Assembly (GA)
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Background Guide
ChargerMUN Position Papers
Schedule - Sat. Nov 14
8:15-9:15 AM - Registration (Bucknall Foyer) and light refreshments/coffee
9:15-10:00 AM - Opening Ceremonies (Bucknall)
10:00-12:15 PM - SC Session 1 (BCST 202/3)
10:00-12:15 PM - GA3 Session 1 (BCST 307)
10:00-1:00 PM - UNEA Session 1 (Bucknall)
12:15-1:00 PM - SC/GA3 Lunch (included) (Marketplace)
1:00-1:45 PM - UNEA Lunch (included) (Marketplace)
1:00-3:45 PM - SC Session 2 (BCST 202/3)
1:00-3:45 PM - GA3 Session 2 (BCST 307)
1:45-3:45 PM - UNEA Session 2 (Bucknall)
3:45-4:00 PM - Voting Bloc & Committee Awards
4:15-4:45 PM - Closing Ceremonies (Bucknall)
Conference Day Materials
Rules of Procedure <- Click Here
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Motions and Explanations
Working Paper Template <- Click Here
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How to Use:
Campus Information
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ChargerMUN Temporary WIFI Server
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Name: TBD
Password: TBD
Reminders
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For your comfort, please remember to bring a water bottle to stay hydrated!
Examples
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Clauses
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Working Paper
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Directives