Letter from the Secretary General

Esteemed Sponsors and Delegates, 

It is my absolute privilege to welcome you all to the 46th iteration of the Virginia Model United Conference. My name is Priya Buddhavarapu, and this year, I have the honor of serving as the Secretary-General of VAMUN XLVI. My own journey with Model UN started in middle school, where I was able to work on my diplomacy, collaboration, and public speaking skills that have helped me flourish in my academic and professional life. My main focus is ensuring that VAMUN provides a landscape for delegates to step out of their comfort zones and hone these invaluable skills, just like Model UN did for me. 

Since our founding, VAMUN has prided itself on high-quality committees and an unforgettable delegate experience that encourages diversity of thoughts and origination of creative ideas. With our varied committee lineup—from our paradigmatic General Assemblies to our Wilson Global Systems Simulation, a 4-way crisis simulation—VAMUN welcomes all delegates, regardless of experience and interests. We strive to promote diplomacy, encourage the development of a variety of skills, and encourage delegates to step out of their comfort zones. Beyond Model UN, VAMUN takes place on a UNESCO World Heritage Site, right in the backdrop of the majestic Rotunda. 

The VAMUN XLVI Secretariat and staff have been working tirelessly to create a memorable conference for all delegates. Feel free to explore our website and social media (@vamun.uva on Instagram) to learn more about the conference, and check regularly for updates. On behalf of our Secretariat and the UVA International Relations Organization, I would like to extend a sincere thank-you for making VAMUN possible. If you have any questions or feedback, don’t hesitate to reach out to me at secretarygeneral@vamun.org or our USG of Delegations, Stephanie Dinh, at delegations@vamun.org. 

Thank you for your time, and we are eager to host you on Grounds this fall!

Sincerely,

Priya Buddhavarapu

Secretary-General, VAMUN XLVI