Learn about the Resources that IDIA provides to social studies and history educators, and how to become involved in IDIA programming. More »			Students, click here to learn about IDIA’s Model United Nations, Model Congress, and other exciting programs!  More »

Welcome to the online home of the Institute for Domestic & International Affairs, Inc. Over the past fifteen years, IDIA has established the nation's premier programming in civic education for teachers and students.  For teachers, IDIA offers interactive curricular programming addressing relevant domestic and international issues.  IDIA provides students with the tools they need to affect positive change in an increasingly complex world.  By fostering academic growth and personal development, IDIA is committed to empowering the next generation of civicly-engaged young leaders.

	Professional Development: The Gambia IDIA will bring a group of American teachers to the Gambia in West Africa in January 2009 More » Affiliated Conferences IDIA will provide all the necessary resources to start a new Model Congress or Model UN program in your school, or build upon an existing one! More » Conference Outreach Program Whether you are new to Model UN and Model Congress or your team is experienced, IDIA staff members will come to your school to help you prepare for your next conference! More » Tools for Educators About Civics and History In order to better prepare students to be active citizens, IDIA provides teachers with innovative tools and lesson plans to augment any Social Studies curriculum. More »				Rutgers Model United Nations Attend RUMUN from 12-15 November 2009 in New Brunswick, New Jersey. RUMUN challenges participants to better understand their role in global civil society. More » Philadelphia Model United Nations Come to the birthplace of American Democracy and learn about the Middle East at PhilMUN.  From  25-28 February 2010! More » Rutgers Model Congress The 16th anniversary conference of Rutgers Model Congress will take place from 15-18 April 2010. RMC will focus on the tools and strategies of America's representative democracy and challenge students to better develop their political minds. More »