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25.01.2022 Look at all the speakers we’ve revealed throughout the day! We hope that this has gotten you excited about MUNash 2020! Our Opening Ceremony Line-up includes...: - , - . , - , - . , - . , - , - , - , - , - , - . , - , , ’ Who are you most excited to see? Tell us in the comments! Stay tuned for more information and announcements in the following days. In the meantime, register before MIDNIGHT: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/monash-model-united-nations

24.01.2022 Introducing our final speaker for our Atlas US Election Broadcast: former Premier and Foreign Minister Bob Carr, who will be discussing the election in relation to foreign policy with us live. Bob Carr is a retired Australian politician who served as Premier of New South Wales from 1995 to 2005, as the leader of the Labor Party. He later entered federal politics as a New South Wales senator, and served as Minister for Foreign Affairs from 2012 to 2013. Carr was born in Sydney and attended the University of New South Wales. Before entering politics he worked as a journalist. Carr entered the New South Wales Legislative Assembly in 1983, and the following year became a cabinet minister. Catch the stream live 9:30am-4pm TOMORROW on the MIAS page here: https://www.facebook.com/MonashIAS/posts/3947687328658738

24.01.2022 Join Atlas for live coverage of the results and an analysis of the state of the race. Live from 9.30am, 4 November 2020.

24.01.2022 Event Alert Our friends at Monash GPS and the Castan Centre for Human Rights Law are co-hosting a panel discussion on the topic of ‘Women and International Peace and Security in Afghanistan’. To-date, the peace negotiations have been marked by limited participation of women, which poses a concern not only for the process of negotiation but also the broader implications which any agreement will have on the enjoyment of rights, peace and security for millions of women and g...irls in Afghanistan. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain insight into important issues surrounding the peace negotiations! Mark your calendars and register below 24 June 2021 5pm - 7pm AEST Online Register now: https://bit.ly/3uJMxio

23.01.2022 MIAS MIXER TICKETS HAVE OFFICIALLY BEEN RELEASED Excited to join MIAS for THE social event on the calendar? Good news! TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE HERE : https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/mias-mixer-tickets-15357513... Join us on Friday May 21st at 6pm as we head all the way back to the 80’s at Evie’s Disco Bar There'll be food, drinks and PLENTY of opportunity to have a lil boogie! TICKET PRICES: $18 for MIAS Members $22 for Non-MIAS Members. Please not that this ticket does not include MIAS Membership. Students are encouraged to purchase MIAS membership prior HERE : https://clubs.msa.monash.edu/organisation/7742/ MIAS MEMBERSHIP will give you FREE or DISCOUNTED access to all our events in 2021! All tickets will include a cocktail on arrival (must arrive between 6-7pm), 2 drinks and nibble food NOTE: You must be 18+ to attend this event. DATE: Friday May 21st TIME: 6pm LOCATION: Evies Disco Bar, 230-232 Gertrude St, Fitzroy, VIC 3065

22.01.2022 Introducing our next speakers: The Hon. Arthur Sinodinos, Australian Ambassador to the United States and The Hon. Mitch Fifield, Australian Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations. Remember registrations close at MIDNIGHT! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/monash-model-united-nations

22.01.2022 ONLINE MEMBERSHIPS ARE NOW LIVE

21.01.2022 C.W COVID-19 related deaths and graphic imagery The ongoing wave of COVID-19 in India has devastated the country as it rapidly spirals out of control. Read more as Pivot discusses this international issue in the article below.

20.01.2022 It’s not too late to sign up for MUNash! Whether you’re experienced or completely new to Model UN, MUNash has something for everyone, including hearing from some amazing guest speakers such as Matt Anderson PSM. Register here before midnight: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/monash-model-united-nations

20.01.2022 Here's the official rundown for MIAS' day tomorrow. 12 students. 6 guests. Join us and watch as we discuss these topics and analyse results as they come in, bringing any breaking news directly to you. You can also submit questions and comments to our guests in the comments section of the stream to be involved! You can watch the stream live 9:30am-4pm on the MIAS page here: https://www.facebook.com/MonashIAS/posts/3947687328658738

20.01.2022 On 4 November 2020, the Monash International Affairs Society held its AGM and election for the new committee. We congratulate the following members of the new committee who will commence their term on 1 January 2021: Hamah Hosen - President Sabaina Abdullah - Vice President... Ben Peters-Wisniak - Treasurer Xiner Wee - Secretary Winuri De Alwis - Academic Officer Imogen Kane - Socials Officer Arshiya Merchant - Communications Officer Chloe Gibson - MUN Officer Daniel Phelan - Sponsorships Officer One MUN Officer position remains vacant and a co-opting process will begin before the end of the year. We would like to congratulate the outgoing committee on their efforts who are listed below: Ryan Attard - President Hamah Hosen - Vice President Ben Peters-Wisniak - Treasurer Sabaina Abdullah - Secretary Pravind Easwaran - Academic Officer Imogen Kane - Socials Officer Georgia Potter - Communications Officer Charlotte Jones - MUN Officer Winuri De Alwis - Sponsorships Officer Jakob Cobby - Assistant Treasurer Sonali De Silva & Filip Markoski - Editors-In-Chief Arshiya Merchant, Joseph Lew, Phoebe Luong, Louisa Chiam - Marketing Team We also thank Dean Antos and Tiana Sixsmith for their efforts while on the committee. We also give notice that outgoing president Ryan Attard was made an Honorary Life Member and congratulate him on this recognition.

19.01.2022 Make sure you register for our latest event in collaboration with the Monash University Italian Club, a roundtable with Italian Ambassador H.E. Ms. Francesca Tardioli. The event is in TWO DAYS, so register now: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/roundtable-with-the-italian

19.01.2022 Check out this event from Australian Institute of International Affairs Victoria with Dr William Gourlay from Monash University!

19.01.2022 Just when you thought we were done, we are back at it with ONE LAST ANNOUNCEMENT: , , ’ ... ( ). . ’ . ’ 45 2013 2016 ’ , ’ . , , & , . (1995-2008) . ----- Get your Registrations in NOW: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/monash-model-united-nations

18.01.2022 Are you a Monash undergrad or postgrad student? Do you like Negotiation or Model UN? We have THE OPPORTUNITY for you! Experience what it’s like to be a delegate at the 2021 UN Climate Change negotiations in the inaugural APRU-Monash Global Climate Change Simulation. ... - Get globally connected with students from across the Asia Pacific and the Americas - Participate in an online role-play simulation - Learn the latest on climate change from global experts Scholarship positions are available. No previous knowledge of climate change is required. APPLICATIONS CLOSE SOON ON WEDNESDAY JUNE 9! Don't miss out! www.monash.edu/msdi/apru

17.01.2022 Check out two of our guest speakers at our first Careers Fair with MIRSA: Lisa Akorli and Jacob Goldschlager from the US Consulate General. The event will be next Tuesday the 6th of October from 6pm-8pm. Make sure you register for this event here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/mias-and-mirsa-presents-car

17.01.2022 You still have three hours left to register for MUNash! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/monash-model-united-nations

17.01.2022 Thank you to everyone that came along to our first FUNMUN on Friday! It was great to see everyone so engaged and having a fun time! We can't wait to see everyone at future MUN-related events this year! Couldn't join us on Friday? Don't stress, join MIAS for the biggest social event on the calendar: our MIAS Mixer! On May 21st at Evie's Disco Bar, come along for a guaranteed good time ... Tickets to be released on MONDAY! Head to our event page for more info : https://fb.me/e/1tpybritE

17.01.2022 Exam season is here! From the team at MIAS, we want to wish you all the best of luck with your exams beginning today Thank you for supporting us in Semester 1 - whether you came along to our MUN training sessions, a panel discussion, or to our MIAS Mixer, it was great to see you join us! Catch you all after exams for many more exciting MIAS events in Semester 2!

16.01.2022 Check out the Pivot May Recap below and find out what our writers have been discussing

15.01.2022 Registrations for MUNash close at midnight tonight! Make sure you don’t miss out from hearing from our esteemed guest speakers, including former PM Malcolm Turnbull! Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/monash-model-united-nations

14.01.2022 FRESH PIVOT ARTICLE Alexei Navalny has been a prominent figure in international affairs recently, with his rose representing a clear confrontation to Putin's Russia. Read below as Caitlin Graham explores further in the new Pivot article!

13.01.2022 Exam time can be incredibly tough and stressful, making it even more important that you look after yourself, especially if this your first year! Here are some our tips and tricks to look after your mental health and make sure you smash your exams Want more First Year related content and opportunities? Make sure to join the MIAS First Year's group for exclusive content during the semester break! ... https://www.facebook.com/groups/2582606072027212/ See more

12.01.2022 MIAS & MIRSA - Master of International Relations Student Association are proud to announce our collaborative Careers in International Affairs series. Keep up to date here: https://www.facebook.com/events/2775792009359343 Are you interested in a career in International Relations but don’t know where to start? Over the next two weeks of Sem 2 (October 5 - October 16), MIAS and the Masters of International Relations Student Association (MIRAS) will be holding FIVE events to help you gain more info about your potential career in IR!

12.01.2022 Join the MIAS AGM, starting shortly!

11.01.2022 Huge congratulations to MIAS' President Ryan Attard for being awarded C&S Office Bearer of the Year for 2020!

10.01.2022 LISTEN NOW! Our US Election broadcast is online, anywhere you listen to podcasts! You can also listen to the 8 additional episodes of Atlas we produced this Semester. https://anchor.fm//LIVE-US-Election-Broadcast-Pa/a-a2tkg8d

09.01.2022 And just like that MUNash has ended for another year! The Secretariat would like to thank everyone who has helped us made this conference possible. Despite it being online, we are incredibly impressed by the level of engagement and level of debate from our participants. To all guest speakers, delegates, and directors, we could not have done it without you! We hope to see you all again at MUNash 2021 ... Note: All participants will soon be provided with a LinkedIn-Friendly Certificate for their participation at the conference and any awards they received.

09.01.2022 MUNash are proud to announce even more special guests for our conference next week! You can still register before midnight tonight: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/monash-model-united-nations

09.01.2022 Check out two of our guest speakers at our first Careers Fair with MIRSA: Kate Purcell from the Victorian Department of Premier and Cabinet and Lachlan Hunter from UNAA. The event will be next Tuesday the 6th of October from 6pm-8pm. Make sure you register for this event here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/mias-and-mirsa-presents-car

09.01.2022 MIAS are thrilled to have been awarded C&S Club of the Year for 2020. Thanks to all who have contributed and come along to our events this year!

08.01.2022 Check out and download our US Election Digital Pack free, featuring a bingo card, some fun facts, some recipes and much more right here: https://drive.google.com//1KEZ57NnGAm4gtam1lZE0hQ1Rf/view Make sure you tune into our live broadcast from 9:30am-4pm here: https://www.facebook.com/MonashIAS/posts/3947687328658738... Also make sure you come along to our AGM and social event here: https://fb.me/e/5MUeNzLOb

08.01.2022 Fresh Pivot Article The division between the Catholic and Protestant populations in Northern Ireland was and continues to be the catalyst of Ireland’s violent past and uncertain future. Read more with Pivot as we explore Northern Ireland's future following Brexit.

08.01.2022 Been eyeing our upcoming events? Want to score some cheaper tickets? Get your MIAS Membership today! In just four easy steps, you can get access to FREE or discounted tickets to ALL our events, including our MIAS Mixer on May 21! Plus we guarantee some exclusive and exciting events for semester 2 you don’t want to miss ... Head to https://clubs.msa.monash.edu/

07.01.2022 India has been a major focal point in international relations recently, with the Farmer's Protests, Modi's wavering popularity, and most recently, the devastating wave of COVID-19 that has impacted the country. Join Melbourne Postgraduate International Relations Organisation for a rare opportunity to ask a leading expert, Dr Pradeep Taneja, on the Indo-Pacific all the questions you might have about India! Registrations are now open (closes 5pm Wednesday, 12th May), so subm...it your details through Eventbrite to secure your spot. Time: 6.00pm - 7.00pm Date: Wednesday, 12th May Location: Online (Link will be provided by email after signup) The event is free, but you must be registered as an MPIRO member to attend (Full or Associate Member). If you haven't officially signed up with us yet, you can register during the ticketing process. If you are unsure about which membership is for you, criteria for each type is provided on the tickets. https://fb.me/e/PdyFyN7c

07.01.2022 PIVOT ARTICLE Read all about Trump’s COVID-19 diagnosis and get Pivot’s take on what to be worried about.

06.01.2022 MUNash Day 1 has come to an end! It started off with an exciting opening ceremony with speakers and video addresses from all around the world. We then kicked off our committee sessions, where delegates debated and discussed various topics. Each committee is taking on a different route, and we are eager to see what is formulated for the draft resolutions! We ended today with a KAHOOT social event, where a $60 UBER EATS VOUCHER was up for grabs! Making it a fun and competitive way to end MUNash Day 1!

05.01.2022 Check out the first event for our Careers series with MIRSA - Master of International Relations Student Association, the Careers Fair Night 1 on Tuesday October 6 (more info here: https://www.facebook.com/events/2775792009359343). REGISTER NOW: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/123302540217 Join MIAS for the first of two Careers Fairs where we’ll introduce you to different IR related organisations and the career pathways they offer! This includes info about Internships, Volunte...ering Opportunities, Graduate Programs, and Research & Writing opportunities. We will have guest speakers from various different backgrounds, pictured below, who can provide advice and insight into their career paths along with a Q&A opportunity at the end!

03.01.2022 Check out our final guest speaker for our first Careers Fair with MIRSA: Rebecca Shrimpton. The event will be TOMORROW, Tuesday the 6th of October from 6pm-8pm. Make sure you register for this event here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/.../mias-and-mirsa-presents...

03.01.2022 Join MIAS and Monash University Italian Club for this roundtable with Her Excellency Francesca Tardioli, Italian Ambassador to Australia. Calling in live from Canberra for this virtual event, Her Excellency will share her insights into her role and the Italian-Australian relationship. Wednesday, 7 October 11.00am - 12.00pm Via Zoom (register below for the link)... This event is part of the Festival Dello Sviluppo Sostenibile and the event will focus around Italy’s international action to combat climate change in the framework of the UN Agenda 2030 for sustainable development. This event is open to all MIAS and Monash University Italian Club members. Zoom links will be sent out on the morning of the event. Register for the event at the following link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/123322840937/

03.01.2022 Attention all MUNers! Check out the Sydney University Model United Nations Conference 2020 next month. Details and the delegate application form (open now) can be found in the post below.

02.01.2022 MIAS is proudly supporting Movember and members of our club are participating in this important event. Ben, Ryan, Devan and Pravind are all growing moustaches and facial hair for this month to raise money for men’s health issues. Movember aims to increase early cancer detection, diagnosis and effective treatments, and ultimately reduce the number of preventable deaths. Besides annual check-ups, the Movember Foundation encourages men to be aware of family history of cancer and... to adopt a healthier lifestyle. This is the third year MIAS has supported this organisation. Watch our page as we provide updates from our fundraisers. To donate, please visit: https://movember.com/t/mias-bros?mc=1

02.01.2022 Introducing another MUNash guest speaker, HE Gary Quinlan. Make sure register before midnight tonight: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/monash-model-united-nations