Local Delegation

All delegates attend Model UN with their local delegation or the Statewide delegation. Each delegation has a Delegation Director who facilitates delegation meetings leading up to the conference, communicates with caregivers, relays announcements to delegates from the CYV State Office, and facilitates conference transportation and meals. Delegations may choose to add additional fees for local delegation costs. At the conference, Delegation Directors and advisors are responsible for their delegates, completing daily room checks, and their advisor assignment. 

Lodging and Programming at the Marriott City Center Hotel in downtown Minneapolis  

All delegates, Delegation Directors, and adult advisors stay at the Minneapolis Marriott City Center Hotel for two nights during Model UN. Sleeping rooms are assigned with four delegates to a room. Rooms assignments are submitted by delegation. All sleeping rooms have a mini fridge but no microwave. Delegates are required to stay at the hotel for the duration of the conference. Delegates are encouraged to bring along breakfast and snack items during their stay.

Programming: The Minneapolis Marriott City Center Hotel houses all program areas during the conference. All evening activities take place in common spaces at the hotel.

Resources for Advisors: There is a dedicated advisor zone for adults to utilize for work, networking, or relaxing when they are not assigned a shift during the conference. 

Resources for Delegates and Advisors: CYV volunteer Hotel Directors are at the hotel around the clock to support and respond to any delegate or advisor needs during the conference. The CYV State Office and swag store are also located in common spaces at the hotel.

Meals

Delegates and delegations are responsible for all of their meals at the conference. The YAPP will include lists of restaurants that will be available during the conference. 

All delegates, Delegation Directors, and adult advisors will utilize the skyway restaurants for meals during the conference. A logistics team will be stationed in the skyway to set boundaries for delegates during lunch and dinner meal times. 

Breakfast items should be brought to the conference as there is limited skyway access and restaurant availability before programming begins each day. The CYV State Office recommends that delegates bring $60 - $70 to cover their meals during the conference. Some Delegation Directors arrange a group meal for their delegation during the conference. 

Schedule

The conference schedule will be posted in the YAPP in early March. Times may vary slightly by program area for meals. Connect with your local delegation for more information. 

Thursday, March 3, 2025:

Registration at the Minneapolis Marriott City Center Hotel: 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM 

Opening Session: 11:00 AM 

Saturday, March 5, 2025:

Conference adjourns and departure from the Minneapolis Marriott City Center Hotel: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 

Transportation

Delegation Directors organize transportation to and from the conference for their delegation. Delegates are not allowed to drive their own vehicles to the conference. 

Busses must load and unload in front of the Marriott City Center Hotel on 7th Street.

All caregiver pick-up and drop-off during the conference arrival and dismissal times must be on Hennepin Avenue or South 6th Street.

Dress Code

During the conference, students and advisors must follow the CYV conference program dress code per the YMCA Center for Youth Voice Code of Conduct. Business professional and business casual attire is strongly encouraged. Casual wear is permitted during evening activities.

Evening Activities

Evening activities take place on Thursday and Friday night during the conference in common spaces at the Minneapolis Marriott City Center Hotel. Evening activities include: 

  • Model UN Fest: inflatables, cotton candy, popcorn, caricature artists, and more!
  • Karaoke
  • Trivia
  • Bingo 
  • Quiet Space
  • Arts and Crafts 
  • Photo booth
  • Giant games 

Swag and Merchandise

Show off your love for Model United Nations with some MUN merch! Items range in price from $1-$50. A detailed list of available merch will be available in the YAPP before the conference. Swag will be available for purchase when registration begins on Thursday until the conference concludes on Saturday. Cash and card are accepted. Some items you can expect to see in our store include:

  • Sweatshirts
  • T-shirts
  • Padfolios
  • Water bottles
  • Stickers
  • Hats

Adults

Model United Nations would not be possible without the committed adults that support delegates, lead program areas, and are passionate about Model UN.  

  • Delegation Directors:  Delegation Directors lead their local delegation and facilitate delegation meetings leading up to the conference, communicate with caregivers, relay announcements to delegates from the CYV State Office, and facilitate conference transportation and meals.
  • Program Specialists: Over 30 volunteers attend YIG each year to lead lead program areas. Many of these individuals are YIG alum, teachers, Delegation Directors, and YMCA team members.   
  • Advisors: Advisors attend with conference with a delegation or as a YIG volunteer. These adults pick up shifts in program areas and keep delegates safe and supervised. 
  • Secretariat: Secretariat provide support to program areas throughout the conference. These are all college students that are either alumni of the program or are interested in Model UN!
  • CYV Staff Team: The YMCA Center for Youth Voice State Office staff team is always present at conferences and available to support delegate and volunteer needs throughout the program season.