In 2011 democracy found a new voice in the middle east. Egypt, Libya, Lebanon, Tunisia, Iran and many more nations experienced protests powered by people and enabled by technology. Their demonstrations, banners and tweets called for revolution, freedom and a voice.

In 2012 UN Youth NSW is bringing together high school students from across the state to discuss people, power and revolution in the context of the United Nations. Held from the 23rd to 25th March at the Collaroy Centre, the annual UN Youth NSW State Conference is the most prestigious youth conference in NSW. The jam-packed weekend features workshops, speakers, problem solving, leadership activities and a day of exhilarating Model United Nations debate. Open to all students years 9 - 12, this is a must-go for student leaders, public speakers and anyone who wants to find out more about the world we live in.

Creating Student Leaders, Empowering Public Speakers

The conference provides a fantastic introduction to global diplomacy and the inner workings of the United Nations, the world's peak governing body. For debate each conference delegate is given a country whose views they represent on a range of international issues in both a UN Committee and General Assembly debate format.

Run entirely by motivated UN Youth facilitators, it's a weekend you won't ever forget. Registration costs $210, including all accommodation, meals and resources. NOTE: Registration will close midnight Wednesday 14th March.

What You'll Come Back With

• Negotiation & problem solving skills and experience
• Unique teamwork & leadership abilities
• New, highly relevant public speaking & debating techniques
• The ability to make a strong, compelling argument
• An detailed understanding of international affairs & the UN
• An amazing time & lots of new friends.

When:
5:00pm Friday 23 March to 5:00pm Sunday 25 March

Where:
The Collaroy Centre
Homestead Ave
Collaroy Beach NSW

Debate on Sunday will be held at a different location which will be announced soon. Students are to be picked up from that location on Sunday.

Who:
Any student studying in a NSW high school in year 9 or above. You don't need any debating, public speaking or Model UN experience.

How much: The conference costs $210. This includes all meals, accommodation, speakers and transport to the debate. You can pay by bank transfer or cheque.

Refunds & Cancellations Policy:
If you are unable to attend the conference and wish to cancel your registration, we are happy to provide a 100% refund up until Thursday 1 March. After that date, your registration becomes non-refundable (at the convenor's discretion).

Notes:
Registration will close midnight Wednesday 14th March.

All delegates must abide by the Delegate Code of Conduct while at the conference which is available here.