A simulation of the EU decision-making process
Model European Union Berlin gives participants the opportunity to step directly into the roles that shape European politics and experience the legislative process from the inside.
Learn European politics by living it
A Model European Union (MEU) is an educational simulation that recreates the EU legislative and decision-making process.
Participants take on political roles, such as Members of the European Parliament, Ministers of the Council, Commissioners or Lobbyists, and debate real-world policy issues.
The goal is simple: to understand how European laws and decisions are made by experiencing it yourself.
Through negotiation, diplomacy and debate, participants get as close as possible to EU decision-making without being in Brussels.
Debate
Argue positions, challenge proposals and defend political priorities.
Negotiate
Build coalitions and search for workable compromises.
Decide
Shape legislation and experience how EU institutions reach decisions.
Several days. One legislative process.
The simulation spans several days and follows the structure of an actual EU legislative procedure. Each participant receives a political role and a legislative dossier to prepare in advance.
Prepare
Receive your role, study the dossier and develop your political position before the event.
Negotiate
Meet other delegates, negotiate amendments and form political alliances.
Decide
Debate the final text and experience the decision-making process of European institutions.
Preparation matters
This preparation ensures informed, realistic and dynamic debates during the simulation.
Participants receive their assigned role (MEP, Minister, Journalist, etc.)
The organising team provides background materials and guidance
Participants research their party line or national interests
They submit a short position paper
Every role shapes the outcome
Participants experience the simulation from different institutional, political and professional perspectives.
Members of the European Parliament (MEPs)
MEPs represent political groups and work to shape legislation according to their party’s ideology. They negotiate amendments, build alliances, and debate in plenary to influence the final text.
Ministers in the Council
Ministers defend their national interests while negotiating with other Member States. They analyse how proposals affect their country and work toward forming a qualified majority in the Council.
Commissioners
Commissioners present and defend the legislative proposal on behalf of the European Commission. They explain the objectives, answer questions from both chambers, and safeguard the coherence of the proposal.
Legal Advisors
Legal Advisors ensure that debates and amendments respect EU law and procedural rules. They provide legal clarity, advise delegates, and help maintain the integrity of the final text.
Political Advisors
Political Advisors support MEPs or Ministers by analysing positions, preparing arguments, and guiding negotiation strategies. They help their delegation navigate political dynamics and prioritise goals.
Journalists
Journalists observe the simulation, report on developments, and conduct interviews. Their work shapes the public narrative and adds an important media dimension to the political process.
Lobbyists
Lobbyists represent specific interests and seek to influence the legislative process through persuasion and strategy. They meet policymakers, provide information, and advocate for outcomes that benefit their stakeholders.
Experience European decision-making yourself
MEU Berlin combines political debate, diplomacy and collaboration in an immersive simulation of the European Union.