Built by students, for students.
JAMUN (Junior Assembly of the Model United Nations) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization run entirely by passionate high school and college student volunteers. We provide Model UN, Mock Trial, and Mathletes programs for middle schoolers — with free resources, low-cost conferences, and grants for those who need them — because we believe academic competition should be exciting, accessible, and, most importantly, fun.
Make academics fun.
We believe every middle school student deserves the chance to discover their potential through academic competition. Research shows that students who participate in Model UN, debate, Mock Trial, and math competitions develop stronger public speaking, critical thinking, and leadership skills — abilities that transfer directly to academic success and college readiness.
JAMUN exists to make these transformative experiences accessible to all. We provide free and low-cost programs in Model UN (diplomatic simulation), Mock Trial (courtroom advocacy), and Mathletes (competitive mathematics) — designed specifically for students in grades 5–8. Our goal isn’t just to teach skills; it’s to spark a lifelong love of learning that prepares students for magnet schools, high school honors programs, and college admissions.
We’re not just running tournaments. We’re showing kids that being smart is cool, that hard work pays off, and that they can accomplish incredible things.
We started with a question: why is this so hard to access?
JAMUN began as a frustration. Conferences cost hundreds of dollars. Prep materials sat behind paywalls. The schools that needed these programs the most couldn’t get in the door. So we built the version we wished had existed when we were eleven — and here’s how it’s gone since.
The spark.
JAMUN was founded by a small group of high school students who saw a gap: middle schoolers were being left behind in academic competitions. We decided to change that.
Growing roots.
Our first conferences took flight. What started as a single Model UN event expanded to include Mock Trial and Mathletes, reaching students across multiple states.
Building momentum.
JAMUN earned 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. Our volunteer base grew to 80+, and we raised over $105,000 to make programs accessible to all.
Looking forward.
With 500+ students impacted and 30+ schools reached, we’re just getting started. Our mission remains the same: make academics fun for every student.
Our impact, so far.
Every number represents a student inspired, a school empowered, or a volunteer who gave their time to make a difference.
Our core values.
Four principles that guide everything we do at JAMUN — from which conferences we run to which families get grants.
Passion-driven.
We believe that genuine enthusiasm is contagious. Our volunteers bring energy and excitement that transforms academic competition into an adventure.
Community first.
We’re building more than programs — we’re building a supportive family where every student feels they belong, regardless of experience level.
Innovation.
As a youth-led organization, we think differently. We constantly reimagine how to make learning engaging and competitions accessible.
Excellence.
We hold ourselves to the highest standards because our students deserve nothing less. Quality in everything we create.
Volunteers who actually show up.
“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.”
The people behind JAMUN.
A dedicated group of student leaders working to make academics accessible and exciting — backed by a deep bench of volunteers.
Our leadership team is supported by 80+ volunteers who share our passion for empowering young learners. Together, we’re proving that students can create real, lasting change.
Join us in making academics fun.
Whether you’re a student ready to compete, a teacher looking to start a program, or someone who wants to support our mission — there’s a place for you at JAMUN.
Questions? Reach out at [email protected]
