On 13 February, the UN Security Council welcomed students enrolled in "Global Politics" at the United Nations International School (UNIS) to listen in on a live discussion about the threat posed by terrorism.
This unique opportunity helped the students better understand the complexity of UN decision-making.
“We found [the visit] very rewarding because it acted as an inside look into how the UN works that most people will never have the opportunity to see,” said Estub Kassie, president of the UNIS Student Council.
The students enjoyed witnessing concepts they are learning in class, such as peacemaking and counterterrorism efforts, being discussed in real situations. The experience sparked debate and dialogue among them, enhancing their classroom learning.
Lea Lang, a student in the Global Politics class, feels strongly that authentic experiences such as this one are what make her UNIS education so valuable.
“We think it’s important for students to have access to such opportunities because they provide us greater insight and a more complex understanding into how global issues such as terrorism are dealt with and responded to from the highest levels of global governance,” said Lang.
The visit was made possible by Vanessa Frazier, permanent representative of the Republic of Malta to the United Nations and president of the UN Security Council. Frazier is also a UNIS parent and a UNIS honorary trustee.
UNIS’s mission is to create a better world under the auspices of the United Nations and guided by its ideals. The connection between UNIS and the UN presents meaningful learning opportunities for students to become better global citizens and future leaders who will positively impact their local and global communities. UNIS is very grateful to Ambassador Frazier and the UN staff members who made the visit possible.
