SAMUN is not just a Model, it is the entire process behind it, the months of preparation, the planning, the ideas, the teamwork, and the effort that many people do not always see. It is the long meetings, the discussions, the problem solving, and the commitment of every member of our team, all working toward the same goal. SAMUN is built by students who believe in leadership, responsibility, discipline, and growth.

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Behind every debate there is a team working with passion and organization, each department playing an essential role, supporting one another, learning from challenges, and constantly improving. It is not only about the final result, but about the journey, the pressure we manage, and the lessons we gain along the way, because that process is what truly defines our Model.

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As Under-Secretary of Public Relations and Fundraising, I understand that my role is centered on communication and relationships. Public Relations means building and maintaining strong connections with other people, schools, institutions, and partners, it means representing SAMUN with professionalism, clarity, and respect. My responsibility is to make sure our communication is organized, transparent, and effective, so that everyone who interacts with our Model understands our vision and our values.

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In Fundraising, we focus on building trust and long relationships, our sponsors are not only providing support, they are believing in our leadership and in our potential as young change makers. Through honest communication, responsibility, and commitment, we create partnerships that allow our Model to grow stronger every year. What makes SAMUN special is not only what happens during the Model itself, but everything that happens before it, the unity of the team, the shared vision, the discipline, and the ambition to create something meaningful.

 

Commitment is to strengthen our connections, represent our team with integrity, and ensure that every effort is valued, because SAMUN is not just a Model, it is a team, a journey, and a collective dream turned into reality.

United in vision, leading a mission.

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Sarah Gutierrez Gonima

Under-Secretary of Public Relations and Fundraising