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A Model G20, also known as a Model G20 Summit, is an educational simulation for high school and college students. Students role play as
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from one of the
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countries or their guests and negotiate solutions to defined problems. During a G20
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, students learn about
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,
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, the G20, and other issues related to a theme of the summit. Some individual schools have Model G20 clubs for students interested in these topics. It is similar to a
Model United Nations Model United Nations, also known as Model UN (MUN), is an educational simulation of the United Nations, which teaches students about diplomacy, international relations, global issues, and how the United Nations is run. During a model UN confe ...
. At the end of summits, individual delegates and entire delegations are often given awards for their performance.


American University

At
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in
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, Model G20s have been hosted by the School of International Service since 2017 for both undergraduate and graduate students. It was established by Cecilia Nahón, the former ambassador of Argentina to the United States and a participant in actual G20 summits.


Mayo Model G20 Summit

The Mayo Model G20 Summit, organized by Mayo College, a prestigious boys-only private boarding school, in India, is a colossal event that brings together the brightest minds from prestigious institutions across the world to address urgent political, social, and economic issues while mastering collaborative diplomacy, innovation, and sustainable solutions. As the leaders of tomorrow, the participants engage in high-level discussions, negotiations, and problem-solving exercises that mirror the actual G20 summit. It has a different theme every year and is a first-of-its-kind event, providing a fully accurate simulation of the actual G20 Summit in the country with an idiosyncratic format that was formulated without any reference. This event is designed for future leaders who aspire to make a positive impact on the world.


Cağaloğlu Anadolu Lisesi

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in
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has held a Model G20 every year since 2016. The third annual Model G20 in 2018 was held at
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with students from various nations attending.


Knovva Academy

The Knovva Academy Model G20 Summit has been held in cities around the world since 2016, including in
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, and
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. The summit in Boston is held at
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. At the 2019 Beijing summit, high school students from more than 20 countries attended. Delegates at Knovva Academy Model G20 summits attend several days of academic workshops and keynote speeches preparing them for the summits. They also spend time traveling in the host country. In addition to hosting Model G20s, Knovva Academy also sends a group to the Y20 summit, the official youth portion of the G20 that takes place in advance of the meeting of heads of state. Attendance at Knovva Academy events is by invitation only, with students needing to submit academic records and complete an interview.


See also

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Global Classrooms Global Classrooms is a U.S.-based global education program, belonging to the United Nations Association of the United States of America (UNA-USA), that engages middle school and high school students in an exploration of current world issues throug ...
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Mock trial A mock trial is an act or imitation trial. It is similar to a moot court, but mock trials simulate lower-court trials, while moot court simulates appellate court hearings. Attorneys preparing for a real trial might use a mock trial consisti ...
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Model Arab League Model Arab League (also known as MAL) is an educational simulation in which students learn about diplomacy and international relations through debates in multi-regional model competitions, competing as representatives from the Member states of th ...
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Model Congress Model Congress gives students a chance to engage in a role-playing simulation of the United States United States Congress, Congress. Such events are hosted by the Congress itself, Rutgers University, American International College, University of Ma ...
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