JAMUN Makes Learning Fun
Low-cost academic competition programs for middle school students in grades 5–8. Build essential skills in public speaking, debate, critical thinking, and leadership through Model UN, Mock Trial, and Mathletes.
Empowering Young Leaders Nationwide.
JAMUN is a 100% volunteer-run nonprofit making academic competitions accessible to middle school students across the country.
Three Paths to Academic Excellence.
Model UN
Step into the shoes of UN delegates. Debate global crises, draft resolutions, negotiate across nations.
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Mock Trial
Take the courtroom. Cross-examine, build cases, argue with conviction in a real legal simulation.
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Mathletes
Compete in JAMUN math competitions. Train with peers, solve the toughest problems, and build skills for MATHCOUNTS and AMC 8.
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JAMUN's programs and free resources are designed for everyone in the academic journey — from first-time delegates to school administrators starting a new club.
Students, grades 5–8.
Whether it's your first conference or your tenth, JAMUN's beginner-friendly programs build public speaking, debate, research, and leadership skills. Join 500+ delegates who found their voice through Model UN, Mock Trial, and Mathletes.
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Looking for meaningful extracurriculars that prepare your child for high school, magnet admissions, and college? Our affordable academic programs develop the leadership, communication, and analytical thinking that set students apart — with grants up to 100% for families who need them.
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Start a Model UN club, Mock Trial team, or Mathletes program at your school with our free curriculum, position paper templates, math competition practice problems, and ongoing mentorship. We help educators build successful programs from scratch.
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“What an incredible weekend you created for these kids. They will remember this forever.”
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Educators see the care we put in.
“This was something they were passionate about, and they put in an extraordinary amount of time and care into putting together a learning experience our students will not forget.”
We give kids a seat at the table.
“Our kids have never been exposed to anything like this and now, thanks to you guys, they can see themselves as quite literally having a seat at the table. For them, it is life-changing.”
We turn weekends into stepping stones.
“Once again, your organization has outdone itself. Hopefully, this conference will be a stepping stone for many of them to strive to make the world a better place.”
Skills that compound over time.
JAMUN delegates build the essential 21st-century skills that show up in every classroom, every application, and every career. Designed for grades 5–8, the foundation starts early.
Public speaking
Stand up, structure an argument, and speak with confidence in front of a room.
Critical thinking
Analyze complex problems, evaluate evidence, and reason from first principles.
Debate & persuasion
Construct compelling arguments, respond to counterpoints, and bring others along.
Research & writing
Write position papers and case briefs. Find credible sources and synthesize ideas.
Teamwork
Draft resolutions, prepare cases, and solve problems together across schools and backgrounds.
Problem solving
Tackle math competition problems, diplomatic dilemmas, and case strategies with creativity.
Leadership
Chair committees, lead blocs, and captain teams — the confidence to guide others.
Competitive excellence
Compete in JAMUN conferences, regional Mock Trial, and Model UN — plus build skills for MATHCOUNTS and AMC 8.
Why academic competitions matter for middle schoolers.
Research shows that students who participate in academic competitions like Model UN, Mock Trial, and math leagues demonstrate stronger performance on standardized tests, higher GPAs, and better college admission rates. These extracurricular activities develop essential 21st-century skills that can't be taught in traditional classrooms alone.
Starting in middle school (grades 5–8) gives students a significant advantage. They build foundational skills in public speaking, debate, and critical thinking that compound over time, making them more competitive for magnet school programs, high school honors tracks, and eventually college admissions.
Common questions, answered.
Everything families and educators ask before joining their first JAMUN conference.
Model UN is an educational simulation where students represent different countries and debate global issues as UN delegates. For middle schoolers in grades 5–8, it builds public speaking, research, diplomatic negotiation, and an early understanding of international relations. Students learn to write position papers, draft resolutions, and deliver speeches — skills that compound into high school debate, magnet admissions, and college applications.
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