WA State Conference 2021

Join like-minded students for a weekend of leadership, diplomacy, and advocacy. Connect with issues that shape international discourse and challenge policy makers today. Form friendships with a diverse array of students from all around Western Australia and develop your skills in public-speaking, negotiation and critical thinking!

Integration or separation? Trade or tariffs? Unionise or localise? We are so excited to announce that the theme for State Conference 2021 is ‘Globalism vs Nationalism.

State Conference is a three-day event that offers passionate students in Years 9–12 a unique opportunity to meet fellow students from all across Western Australia!

The conference focusses on understanding and discussing important global issues through workshops and interactive problem-solving activities. There will be the opportunity to engage with and ask questions to academics in the field of International Relations and Political Science. There are also be a myriad of opportunities to both network and relax.

The UN Youth WA State Conference also hosts a day of Model UN debate. Students will spend some time acting as a diplomat – doing their best to pass resolutions that will benefit the global community and align with their national interests.

When: 19-21 March 2021
Where: Perth
Who: Students in Years 9 to 12
Cost: $225 for metropolitan students, $180 for regional students

All meals, accommodation, and venue costs are included in the price. Full and half-scholarships are available.

Applications have now closed.