UCS is a role-play simulation that gives participants the opportunity to engage in negotiations as actors from various levels of the drug war in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico.  Conflicts around the world involve actors of all different types – many of whom don’t care what resolutions the diplomats pass.  This is why UCS is so different: you won’t sit around a table and vote on resolutions.  Instead, you’ll build coalitions, hold secret negotiations, and make back room deals.

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If you have questions regarding the Uppsala Crisis Simulation, please feel free to contact our Director General.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: What is the participation cost for UCS 2010?
A: 200SEK

Q: What is included in that price?
A: Pre-briefing (including a lecture on multi-lateral negotiation strategies and a presentation by a relevant expert), 2-day simulation game, lunch buffet on both days, a movie night at the Peace Musuem, a social mingle for participants at an Uppsala Nation and more.

Q: What types of actors can I be if I participate?
A: Almost every type of actor involved in the conflict will be represented at the event: media, community leaders, the cartels, the Mexican government, the United States government, DEA, business community leaders and more.

Q: Do I get to choose which actor I portray?
A: We will ask for your preference during registration, but we are unable to guarantee anyone’s preference.

Q: Will I be in a team or alone?
A: Some roles will be teams and some will be individual, based on the actors portrayed.