HMCE seeks to provide an unparalleled educational experience for talented secondary school students from around the world. Each year, several hundred delegates gather to learn about the US government, international institutions, and the democratic political process through an exciting role-playing experience. Students formulate policy first-hand while discussing and debating global issues. The structured committee settings expose them to the realities of the democratic process, challenging them to forge compromise while advancing the interests of their constituency. Additionally, HMCE offers an exciting opportunity for students to practice public speaking and policy writing in English. Our conference has always accommodated students with varying degrees of English ability, from native speakers to students continuing to develop and refine their language skills.
The global diversity of HMCE’s participants and staff offers delegates the unique opportunity to approach challenging issues from many different perspectives. HMCE’s rigorously trained Harvard staff members combine their exceptional knowledge across numerous intellectual disciplines with a commitment to create a fun and intensive educational experience at the three-day conference. Ultimately, HMCE strives to prepare the next generation of democratic leaders and global citizens.
