前人栽樹，後人乘涼
“One generation plants a tree, the next enjoys its shade“

Chinese proverb

Providing a global, online debating platform involving 400+ pupils aged 14–18, our unique Good Cop Bad Cop MUN creates diplomats for the day who debate the climate crisis. Dialling in across multiple time zones and using English as the conference language, delegates share their voice through passionate debate on resolutions based on the latest international COP conference. Good Cop Bad Cop provides a powerful, dynamic and real-time experience to negotiate with peers, build empathy, develop research and oracy skills and inspire solutions to major problems. We are always amazed at the high calibre of debate and how much young people are capable of.

We welcome MUN newcomers and returning schools and provide free workshops in advance of the conference.

Date: Friday 29 January 2027 from 0930 -1400 GMT

Partnering with our Host School, The King’s School Macclesfield, and bringing together state, international and independent schools, our conference promotes educational equality and opportunity. Leadership roles are available for delegations or individuals who would like to chair or propose a debate resolution.

Find out more about how you can stimulate greater global awareness and enrich curriculum learning by registering your school to participate in 2027 via the form below or by emailing us today: info@engagewithchina.org

“Climate change is an issue that stands as the biggest threat to our
way of life. I was massively impressed with the quality of debate.
Everyone involved gave it their best and it was amazing to hear so
many different perspectives from across the world. The conference
has developed many skills useful going forwards into my career.“
– Toby, President of Good COP Bad COP 2025

“The ‘Good Cop’ conference from Engage with China is a unique and rewarding experience and provides a stimulating opportunity to build cultural literacy in the west.”
– Theo, Vice President of Good COP Bad COP 2024

“It’s about consensus not competition! The standard of debate was really high. Everyone got really involved. It was a fantastic event.”
– Remi, Conference President, 2024

Using English as the conference language, participating pupils also develop skills including negotiation, collaboration, leadership, research, cross-cultural, diplomacy & confidence. Pupils build empathy and tolerance speaking from the perspective of a country other than their own. What’s more, they are inspired by the VIP speeches given by leaders and influencers from the diplomatic, sustainable energy and commercial world. Read more at this China Daily article: https://global.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202201/29/WS61f43e92a310cdd39bc83ffb.html

All you need to prepare for the conference, including delegate handbook, resolutions and more can be found here via our Host School, The King’s School, Macclesfield at https://www.kingsmac.co.uk/academic/sixth-form-ages-16-to-18/model-united-nations-mun

Key dates for pre-conference workshops as per below:

• Friday 27 November 2026 (0800 – 0845 GMT) for teachers / advisors – how to prepare your School for Good Cop Bad Cop
• Tuesday 12 January 2027, Chairs & Proposers meeting (0800 – 0845 GMT) – briefing for teachers and pupils Chairing or Proposing Resolutions