Introduction

As part of my CAS journey, I participated in FSMUN 12.0, where I served as the Organising Committee Head for Finance. The purpose of this experience was not only to contribute to a large student-led event but also to grow personally through leadership and responsibility. My role involved managing budgets, coordinating with sponsors, and ensuring smooth financial planning, which required strong organization, communication, and decision-making skills. The experience was demanding, especially while balancing schoolwork alongside tight deadlines and last-minute challenges, but it pushed me to stay focused and adaptable. Working closely with the organising team taught me the importance of collaboration and accountability. Despite the pressure, seeing the conference come together successfully was extremely rewarding, and the experience helped me build confidence, resilience, and practical leadership skills.

LO2 – Demonstrate that challenges have been undertaken, developing new skills

During FSMUN 12.0, I faced several challenges, especially managing finances while coordinating with multiple team members and sponsors under strict deadlines. At times, unexpected changes required quick decision-making and problem-solving, which pushed me out of my comfort zone. Through this experience, I developed new skills such as budgeting, leadership, communication, and time management. Learning to stay organized under pressure and handle responsibility helped me grow both personally and professionally, making me more confident in managing real-world tasks.

LO4 – Show perseverance and commitment in CAS experience

Throughout FSMUN 12.0, I demonstrated perseverance and commitment by consistently fulfilling my responsibilities as Organising Committee Head for Finance, even when balancing schoolwork alongside event preparations became challenging. Despite facing time constraints and last-minute changes, I stayed dedicated to my role and ensured that financial planning and coordination were handled effectively. My continued effort and reliability throughout the process reflected my commitment to the success of the conference and to my personal growth through this CAS experience.

LO5 – Demonstrate skills and benefits of working collaboratively

During FSMUN 12.0, I worked closely with other members of the organising committee to ensure the conference ran smoothly. Coordinating with different departments taught me the importance of clear communication, cooperation, and mutual support. By sharing ideas, solving problems together, and supporting one another during stressful moments, I learned how teamwork leads to better outcomes. This experience helped me appreciate diverse perspectives and strengthened my ability to collaborate effectively in a group setting.

LO7 – Recognise and consider the ethics of choices and actions

As Organising Committee Head for Finance during FSMUN 12.0, I had to manage funds responsibly and make fair decisions that affected the entire team and event. I ensured transparency in budgeting and handled financial matters honestly, understanding that my choices directly impacted others. This experience taught me the importance of accountability, integrity, and ethical decision-making, especially when working in leadership roles.

Conclusion

Overall, my experience at FSMUN 12.0 was both challenging and rewarding. Taking on the role of Organising Committee Head for Finance pushed me out of my comfort zone and helped me grow in confidence, leadership, and responsibility. Through teamwork, problem-solving, and ethical decision-making, I developed practical skills that will benefit me beyond CAS. This journey taught me the value of perseverance, collaboration, and commitment, and it has motivated me to continue seeking opportunities that encourage personal growth while contributing meaningfully to my community.