Inside World Governance

Your heart races, and you muffle a nervous giggle as you prepare to make your case. Across the room, another group delivers a smart rebuttal, and you exchange whispers with your teammates, brainstorming your next move. This interactive exhibit is a Role-Playing Game where you step into the shoes of a Member of the European Parliament.

Inside the Parlamentarium, Europe’s largest visitor center dedicated to the European Parliament, the setting is inspiring. Multimedia exhibits set the stage, but it’s the simulation game that brings the experience to life. Divided into groups representing different political parties, you and your teammates tackle real-world challenges. Every decision is a chance to negotiate, persuade, and refine your ideas. The stakes may be simulated, but the energy and excitement are real, and working with new friends makes every moment unforgettable.

Standing in the heart of European cooperation, you see how this experience prepares you for future studies and a career impacting global policy. Your mind spins with ideas—college admissions essays, future internships, and the first steps toward becoming a changemaker on the world stage.

Your summer in Amsterdam has been leading to this moment: a day trip to The Hague, home to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and the heart of international law and peacekeeping. For you and peers—with aspirations of becoming international human rights lawyers, leaders of NGOs, ambassadors, or other global changemakers—entering the Peace Palace is like stepping into a dream.

The visit begins with a presentation on the ICJ’s vital work, highlighting its role in landmark cases like the war in Ukraine and the maritime boundary dispute between Nicaragua and Colombia. Walking through the Visitor’s Centre, you explore exhibits that connect the ICJ’s work to the theory you’ve been learning in the classroom, offering tangible examples of diplomacy and justice in action. This activity perfectly links your studies with real-world challenges and solutions.

Afterward, you and your friends explore The Hague’s charming historic center, sharing meals and insights as you take in the sights. The experience is unique for each of you—what you notice reflects your personal ambitions—yet everyone is bright-eyed and inspired. Some may imagine living or working here one day, while others are alight with ideas for future international pursuits. This experience has deepened your understanding of global governance and strengthened your vision for shaping a more just and collaborative world.