Munich European Forum

Founded 30 years ago, Munich European Forum is a non-profit association dedicated to the political and academic education of students and young professionals from all over the world

Role-play global scenarios & events

  • Step in the shoes of a politician and negotiate international agreements
  • Master the decision-making process and shape the policies of tomorrow

Analyses of current events

  • Collect and fact-check news on political, economical, and social events
  • Hone your writing skills and publish articles and analyses of current events

Capacity building and networking

  • Develop skills and competencies in an expanding and multicultural organisation
  • Adhere to a global network of members active in private organisations, think tanks, and political institutions
9

1994

Foundation of the Society for the Fostering of the Model United Nations e.V., a non-profit organisation simulating the works of various UN committees.
9

1995

First simulation held at the Academy for Political Education in Tutzing (Germany).
9

1997

Shift towards simulating regional organisations such as the EU and NATO. Name changed to Munich European Forum e.V.

9

2001

First Brussels European Forum held in Ghent (Belgium). This event became the flagship conference of the MEF.
9

2003

3rd edition of Brussels European Forum, held for the first time at the European Centre La Foresta in Leuven (Belgium).

9

2010

9th edition of Brussels European Forum, introducing the simulation of the G20 Leaders’ Summit, one of the first such simulations in the world.

9

2015

Launch of the European Blog, a platform for members to publish essays on a wide range of topics of current interest.
9

2019

25th anniversary of the Munich European Forum and 18th edition of Brussels European Forum.
9

2020

The Brussels European Forum 2019 was awarded the Altiero Spinelli Prize for Outreach by the European Comission.

Who we are

The Munich European Forum (MEF) is a non-profit association dedicated to the political and academic education of students and young professionals. Since our foundation 30 years ago, the association has created a large network of members and alumni from all walks of life who are active in private organisations, think tanks and political institutions.

Established in Munich in 1994, our bedrock of values – cooperation, tolerance, inclusiveness – cemented the trust between members and provided excellent opportunities for networking.

The Brussels European Forum

By bringing together students and young professionals from all around the world, our conference promotes international understanding and offers a unique networking opportunity.

A week full of negotiations and debates on current political issues gives our participants a deep understanding of international decision-making processes within the EU, G-20 and NATO. The presence of an advocacy group and of a media team bring an additional sense of realism and accountability.

The program includes a visit to the NATO Headquarters and EU institutions in Brussels, where our participants attend briefings with experts and decision makers there.

By combining simulation sessions with reality checks, we offer a unique and rewarding learning experience.

Our experienced staff and the Academic Council of the association guarantee a high-quality and realistic conference, as well as a great learning experience, whether you are a student or in the early stages of your career.

The European Blog

This project is meant to give a stage for participants and alumni of Brussels European Forum, as well as for the members of our association to discuss current topics in international politics.

Each month on the fifteenth day we publish a new article under the “Monthly mind” section that aims to capture the latest global trends and look beyond the surface, all while making highly political or scientific topics more easily accessible to people interested in them.

Since its launch in 2015, the European Blog has published over 30 essays and analyses on topics as European politics, economy, security, elections and others.

Check out our blog

Brussels European Forum

calendar_today March 3 - March 9, 2024

Brussels European Forum

calendar_today March 3 - March 9, 2024

Our partners & sponsors

Our activities are only possible with the support of our trusted partners and sponsors.
This year our special thanks go to everyone who believed in us and our mission.

21st Brussels European Forum

calendar_today March 3 - March 9, 2024

21st Brussels European Forum

calendar_today March 3 - March 9, 2024

BEF is a week-long international conference providing students and young professionals such as yourself with a complex overview of the international decision making process, while at the same time offering an immersive learning experience to our participants.

By simulating the roles of world leaders, journalists and advocates you benefit from a unique opportunity to deepen your knowledge of the intricate workings of the Council of the European Union, NATO and the G-20. We put you face to face with decision-makers and experts in Brussels and give you the floor to ask your questions.

Join us now and experience what it’s like to be part of the global decision making process.

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Meet our Board Members

Our members include graduates and postgraduates from universities all over Europe and across the world. By bringing together the combined experiences of members active in private organisations, think tanks and political institutions, the Munich European Forum offers an excellent network for the decision-makers of tomorrow.
Veli Uygar Özener

Veli Uygar Özener

President

Vice-President of the Munich European Forum Since 2021, Veli Uygar Özener first attended the BEF in 2019 where he represented the UK in the NAC, joining the association in the same year, Veli Uygar served as the North Atlantic Committee Chair in VEF and BEF.

Previously studying in Politics and International Relations in University of Manchester, Veli Uygar is currently a student in Charles University’s Politics,Philosophy and Economics programme. Alongside his studies, Veli Uygar has completed internships in International Organisations and Government Bodies, and he is currently working in the Security Sector.

In his free time, Veli Uygar enjoys music production, videogames, bowling and traveling

Valentina Kammermeier

Valentina Kammermeier

Vice-President

Valentina Kammermeier is the Vice-President of the Munich European Forum since 2023.

Valentina first participated in the BEF 2022 as the Foreign Minister of Cyprus in the Foreign Affairs Council. She immediately knew she wanted to become a part of the organizing team and joined the association in the same year. During the following BEF in spring 2023, she chaired the Foreign Affairs Council.

Valentina is currently pursuing a masters degree in Politics and Public Administration at the University of Konstanz, Germany. The main focus of her studies lies on International Politics and European Integration. Apart from that she has completed internships in media, an Representation of the European Commission and a consulting agency.

Besides her academic interests, Valentina enjoys spending time with friends, doing sports outside, listening to music or going on a camping trip.

Victoria Haberler

Victoria Haberler

Treasurer

Victoria Haberler has assumed the role of Treasurer in 2021.

Initially she applied for the BEF 2020, but after its cancellation decided to take part in the first ever Virtual European Forum (VEF) that same year.
Following her participation, she joined the association in 2021 and chaired the North Atlantic Council in the second VEF.

Currently she is pursuing her master’s degree in Political Science at the Ludwig-Maximilians-University in Munich, Germany, after receiving her bachelor’s degree in this field at the same university. The main focus of her studies lies on political theory and international relations.

Victoria’s personal interests encompass reading all sorts of books and spending a lot of time outside with the horses.

Luisa Stotz

Luisa Stotz

Secretary

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Munich European Forum e.V.

Legal address of the association
Nymphenburger Str. 77
80636 Munich
Germany
c/o Welter

Bank name
Kreissparkasse München Starnberg Ebersberg

IBAN
DE92 7025 0150 0009 7062 50

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