At LYDF, we believe that Model United Nations should be an academic activity available to everyone, regardless of background. 

The London Youth Diplomacy Foundation is founded by a group of like-minded university and Sixth Form students who have previously participated, chaired and organised various high school conferences around London. Our mission centres on delivering meaningful programmes around schools in the United Kingdom, to cultivate skills in diplomacy. The Board of Trustees is composed of various stakeholders, including university students, Sixth Form students, and teachers, to deliver cross-generational change.

The Foundation offers programs beyond the annual conference, London Youth Model United Nations, but also various #MUNforALL initiatives which offer students a taste of the study of diplomacy and international relations.

Message from the Board

Dear Friends of LYDF,

​The establishment of the London Youth Diplomacy Foundation is a new chapter in the history of the conferences that many of us have been a part of and hold dear. With your everlasting support, London YouthMUN is now internationally recognised, a prime example of the academic excellence in the United Kingdom and our highest regard for diplomacy.

With our signature conference, London YouthMUN now entering its second edition in 2026, we will continue our proud tradition of high-quality academic offerings in diplomacy and international relations with a touch of humanity and accessibility. We continue to believe in cross-generational excellence and the value of leadership, by fostering a culture where we all work together, regardless of background, to build a conference for everyone. Our #MUNforALL initiatives will further complement the conference in order to continue making Model United Nations accessible for everyone.

Your continued support and participation in our offerings will continue to fuel our passion. We look forward to meeting you all in 2026 again, whether in YouthMUN or our other initiatives.

Yours sincerely,
Kelvin Ng
Chair of the Board of Trustees
MPA Candidate, London School of Economics and Political Science

London YouthMUN in Pictures

  • LSE YouthMUN 2023

    Under the leadership of Secretary-General Megha Vinesh, LSE YouthMUN was the first post-COVID conference which saw the consolidation of the YouthMUN Tour in order to broaden delegate engagement, and a dedicated Chair Training Programme for aspiring university students wanting to develop their leadership skills.

    Deputy Secretary-General: Kelvin Ng
    Secretariat Members: Andreas Lo, Vaidehi Meharia, Mollie McGowan, Asia Campagna

  • LSEMUN High School 2024

    Under the leadership of Secretary-General Kelvin Ng, LSEMUN HIgh School 2024 saw more than 500 students join the Conference for the first time, alongside the introduction of the Assistant Chair Programme, the SDG Policy Challenge and the MUN Academy. LSEMUN High School 2024 also saw the expansion of the Secretariat involving other members from other London universities apart from LSE, setting the stage for the London Youth Diplomacy Foundation.

    Deputy Secretary-General: Kenneth Choi
    Secretariat Members: Alberto Martino, Aidan Cross, Aether Li, Hui Li, Jewel Wang Chen, Justin Cheng, Min Rebecca Yoo, Aiza Arham, Marina Gruzer

  • London YouthMUN 2025

    Under the leadership of Secretary-General Alberto Martino, the first London YouthMUN exemplifies the interdisciplinary and intercollegiate nature of LYDF, with more than 550 students across 30 countries joining a chairing team of over 70 on the LSE Campus. London YouthMUN 2025 saw an academic expansion with a new Rules of Procedure, diversified committee offerings under various clusters, and a YouthMUN Tour that has gone international.

    Deputy Secretary-General: Mollie McGowan
    Secretariat Members: Mayra Hobrok, Nilton Aranda Neto, Ashoka Bandi Philips, Josh Mills, Ambi Najjhur, Nikolaos Chaitas, Will O’Donnell, Annabel Ludhra