GENEVA INTERNATIONAL MODEL UNITED NATIONS
EXECUTIVE BOARD
The members of the Executive Board are responsible for organising and financing all GIMUN events (including the Annual Conference) and representing GIMUN on numerous platforms.The Executive Board oversees the different departments of the association.
The Executive Board is supported by the Advisory Board that is made up of former members of the Executive Board. They ensure a smooth transition between terms and help with GIMUN long-term planning.
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President
Shavonne McDonald
Shavonne is in her final year of a Bachelor's in International Relations at the University of Geneva. After moving from Zurich to experience a more international environment, she joined GIMUN’s Events Team to develop her organisational and management skills.
Over the past three years, she contributed as an Events Team member, USG and as Co-Head of the department, gaining valuable experience and memories.
Now, as President of the NGO, Shavonne is excited about upcoming collaborations and guiding GIMUN toward new opportunities. She is committed to creating a space where students from diverse backgrounds can engage in meaningful dialogue on global affairs, while providing a platform that introduces them to international Geneva.
Vice President
Alyssa
Hersheson
Alyssa, known to her friends as Lyss, is a 23 year old English-Brazilian International Relations student. After having grown up in Zürich, she decided to move to Geneva and pursue her studies in a more international and challenging environment.
She joined GIMUN in 2023 as a team member for Events, and took up the challenge of taking on a bigger role as Vice President.
Lyss is a reliable and committed person who is excited about encouraging any student interested in global affairs to join the GIMUN family and make unforgettable memories
Finance Director
Lorenzo
Tredici
Lorenzo Tredici is a 19-year-old originally from Italy who has been living and studying in Brussels.
After completing his secondary education, he decided to pursue a degree in International Relations at the University of Geneva.
Last year, he joined GIMUN as a member of the Finance Department, and after that valuable experience, he decided to run for the position of Head of Finance.
Lorenzo is excited to continue contributing to the association and its projects. His goal is to continue on the good road taken thus far, while seeking to further consolidate the finances of this NGO.
Public Relations Director
Iren Neeranzona Khan
Iren is a 19 year old Swiss Bangladeshi Law student from Geneva, Switzerland.
With a strong academic foundation from graduating with honors to studying "Business Marketing" at King's College London with a merit scholarship, she brings a well-rounded skill set.
Fluent in English, French, Bangla, German, Hindi and a bit of Spanish she effectively communicates GIMUN's message to a diverse audience.
Having joined GIMUN as the youngest delegate last year, advancing to the role of PR Director was a step she wanted to take so that she could share her passion for Public relations with GIMUN.
Secretary General
Maralmaa Natsag
Maralmaa is a student of History of Art and Archeology in the beautiful city of Lyon, France.
She fell in love with MUN simulations in her first year in high school and could not stop partaking in them ever since then.
She is passionate about promoting diplomacy, fostering cooperation, and finding sustainable solutions to complex security challenges that will be brought up during GIMUN events and the Annual Conference.
One fun fact about her is that she would sell her soul for a good matcha latte.
Secretary General
Tomàs
Espinosa Rojas
Tomás Espinosa has been living and studying at the University of Geneva for a year.
Before coming to Switzerland to start his bachelor's degree, he lived in Colombia, Germany, the United States and France.
Last year, he joined GIMUN as USG for Committee Management and after that experience, he decided to run for his current position.
Now, as one of the Secretary Generals he is planning next year’s GIMUN annual conference and is very excited to work with the association again.