Northwest Association for Global Affairs
NWMUN · 20th Anniversary · 2007–2026

Celebrating 20 years of NWMUN.

Northwest Model United Nations marks its twentieth conference year in 2026. Join delegates, alumni, and supporters at the anniversary gala in Seattle.

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Delegates raising country placards during an NWMUN committee session
You're invited

The NWMUN
20th Anniversary Gala

Friday, November 20, 2026

Reconnect with old friends, meet the next generation of delegates, and celebrate the community we've built together. Alumni, delegates, educators, and supporters — join us in Seattle.

Join us at the gala Explore the evening and get your tickets

An evening in Seattle

Friday, November 20, 2026

Renaissance Seattle Hotel6:00–10:00 p.m.Program begins at 7:00 p.m.

$80General admission

$50Delegate admission

Bring your community: a table of eight is $500.

The organization behind NWMUN.

Founded in 2008, the Northwest Association for Global Affairs (NWA) organizes Model United Nations conferences and helps schools build and sustain their teams. Our programs give students opportunities to learn about international affairs while developing skills in research, diplomacy, and leadership.

Our conferences

NWMUN-Seattle delegates raising country placards
Collegiate

NWMUN–Seattle

November 20–22, 2026
Seattle, Washington

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NWMUN-Portland participants tossing country placards
Collegiate

NWMUN–Portland

February 12–14, 2027
Portland, Oregon

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Committee staff and delegates at a Model United Nations session
High school

NWMUN–High School

May 29, 2027
Portland, Oregon

Visit High School
Delegates and organizers gathered at a Northwest Model United Nations conference
Team building

Start or rebuild a Model UN team.

We help high schools, colleges, and universities establish Model UN teams, train student leaders, and restart inactive programs.

Contact us about your school

Teams we've helped start or restart

  • Green River Community College
  • Highline College
  • Portland Community College
  • Portland State University
  • University of Washington – Bothell
  • University of Washington – Seattle
  • Washington State University – Vancouver
  • Western Washington University
Our people

The people behind the programs.

Meet the board members, staff, and advisers who support NWA's work.

Meet our people

Board of Directors

Sameer Kanal · Chair
Morgan Deters · Vice-Chair
Alexander Rodewald · Treasurer

Staff

Alexander Rodewald · Executive Director
Kristina Mader · Photographer / Videographer
Kelsey Cook · Resource Development Specialist

Additional directors and the Advisory Board are listed on the Our People page.