Kookmin University (President Jeong Seung Ryul) HUSS Global Coexistence Project Team successfully operated the 「KMU × UNU Sustainable Global Leader Boot Camp」 in Tokyo, Japan from January 26 to February 1, 2026.

This camp, implemented in collaboration with the United Nations University (UNU), realized an experiential global education model grounded in international organization settings. It comprised: ▲ Participation in the UNU Future Leaders Bootcamp ▲ Special lectures by international organization experts ▲ Mock UN Security Council negotiation simulation ▲ Visit to Tokyo City University and Shinjuku field trip ▲ ESG-based social contribution activities ▲ Poster and short-form video contests.

The core of the program was the Future Leaders Bootcamp held at the United Nations University (UNU). Through expert lectures and workshops, participating students learned about the structure and operational principles of the UN system, strategies for implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and international negotiation procedures at the Security Council. Notably, during the Security Council negotiation simulation held at Elizabeth Rose Hall, participants experienced a process closely mirroring actual procedures—from formulating national strategies on the “Venezuela Crisis” to negotiating amendments, conducting informal talks, and voting on resolutions.

A special lecture by Professor Lim Hwa Jin of Tokyo City University covered sustainable urban development strategies, focusing on Japanese urban planning and smart city case studies. A field trip to the Shinjuku area with Japanese university students provided hands-on learning, observing urban infrastructure, commercial district structures, and public space design.

Additionally, through ESG social contribution activities, participants engaged in diverse initiatives including: ▲Improving language accessibility for the Korean history exhibition at the Tokyo Korea Museum ▲Benchmarking the Japanese environmental NPO ‘Greenbird’ ▲Participating in the Green Store Observer Program.

After the camp concluded, learning outcomes were structured into content through a poster and short-form video contest, with awards given to outstanding entries to visualize the program's achievements. All 30 participants recorded a satisfaction score of 5 out of 5 (100% positive response) on the question “I would recommend this program to others.”

Students who participated in this program stated: “Learning firsthand how the UN actually operates allowed me to concretely understand the role of international organizations and leadership capabilities,” “Through the Tokyo City University program and exchanges with Japanese students, I broadened my horizons and gained motivation to explore related fields more deeply,” and “Through social contribution activities linked with the Tokyo Goryeo Museum, I experienced firsthand the importance of historical awareness and information accessibility beyond simple volunteering, enabling me to practice public value and social responsibility in a global setting.”

Professor Lym Young bin (Department of Public Administration), who oversaw the program, stated, “We established an integrated global education model that goes beyond theory-centered learning, enabling students to learn in the field of international organizations, verify in urban settings, and practice in local communities,” adding, “We plan to further develop this program into a representative global program in the future.”

Meanwhile, the HUSS Global Symbiosis Consortium, operating with a total of 9 billion won in support from the Ministry of Education and the National Research Foundation of Korea over three years starting in 2024, is collaboratively run by Kwangwoon University, Kookmin University, Sun Moon University, Yeungnam University, and Honam University. This consortium aims to cultivate 2,500 core convergence talents equipped with sustainable resource responsiveness, sustainable industrial understanding, and sustainable international inclusiveness, striving to contribute to global symbiosis.