The Georgetown International Relations Association, Inc. (GIRA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1969, GIRA’s mission is to foster among students a high conception of international relations through interactive diplomacy simulations that enhance leadership, communication, and problem solving skills.

GIRA promotes youth education in global affairs through Model United Nations (Model UN). GIRA believes Model UN serves as a dynamic and innovative platform to help students develop the analytic and leadership skills necessary for success in their future endeavors. Model UN provides students with the opportunity to apply knowledge they have acquired in the classroom and in their personal studies to a realistic debate of key international issues.

Every February, GIRA organizes the North American Invitational Model United Nations Conference (NAIMUN) drawing nearly 3000 high school students from across the world. To cater to college students, GIRA hosts the National Collegiate Security Conference (NCSC) in October, specializing in crisis simulations. Additionally, GIRA supports the activities of the Georgetown International Relations Club in order to provide opportunities for Georgetown University students to debate international issues on the collegiate circuit.

If you have any questions about GIRA or are interested in getting involved, please do not hesitate to contact us.