The first edition of INOMUN took place in March 2015 and has since been followed by eight
other editions. This would never have been possible without the support of the Regional
Council, which opens the doors of its prestigious hemicycle as well as the Heads of the two
organising schools. Teachers in each school coordinate the project along with the indispensable
GPS IBL, the Parents’ Group of the British International Section of Montebello High School,
which looks after the logistics and finance of the project.

The ninth edition mobilised 109 delegates from 16 high schools of two academies, on Monday,
December 16, 2024. INOMUN is organised for high school students, by high school students, so
we’ll leave it to the Co-Head of Press, Alixe Richard, a year eleven (seconde) student, to tell
you about the 2024 edition.

Olive Kavanagh, for the BFI teaching team.

INOMUN is an event organized by students from the International British Sections of the Lycée International Montebello from Lille and Lycée Henri Wallon from Valenciennes during which students take on the role of country representatives. Modeled on the United Nations General Assembly, the debate gives them a chance to discuss real-world issues. Each delegation prepares resolutions, engages in negotiations, and participates in voting sessions.

The 9th edition of INOMUN took place on December 16th, 2024. The focus was on two main themes: Global Governance and New Technologies. During the General Assembly, the delegates discussed the evolving challenges of international cooperation, including climate change, trade disputes, and the balance of power between nations. They explored the role of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and the digital divide, considering their impact on global security and socio-economic equality.

INOMUN is always more than just a debate—it helps students build important skills like problem-solving, cooperation, and leadership. It was inspiring to see the delegates thoughtfully presenting ideas that were both innovative and grounded in the real-world. The level of preparation and diplomacy displayed showed that young people have valuable ideas for solving global problems and creating a better future.

Alixe (Press Team – Year 11 BFI Montebello)

For more info – take a look at https://www.inomun.org/