We’re excited to announce seven committees for CBSMUN 2025! Beginners can explore refugee issues in UNHCR or discuss global health in WHO. Intermediate delegates will tackle economic challenges in ECOSOC or take on international security in DISEC. Advanced participants can navigate complex conflicts in the UNSC or explore economic policies in the World Bank. Finally, for those with an investigative flair, the International Press Corps will provide a platform to cover it all, open to all levels with a preference for prior experience.
Explore them down below or on our mymun page!
The World Health Organization (WHO) committee stands at the forefront of global health diplomacy. It addresses critical health issues from pandemics to healthcare equity. Participants will contribute to shaping the future of international health policy through rigorous debate and strategic decision-making. Everyone passionate about global health is welcome to experience a dynamic setting that challenges delegates to deepen their understanding of health diplomacy and policy-making.
TOPIC: "Mental Health Support for Victims of Sexual Violence"
Chaired by Vlada Bezin & Sophia Hofbauer
Coordinated by our Academic Director Emilia Jakobi
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) committee discusses the many challenges faced by refugees and displaced populations worldwide. Participants will engage in debates and negotiations to develop innovative and sustainable solutions for pressing humanitarian crises. This committee operates on a beginners level and welcomes all those, who are specifically interested in human rights and international law.
TOPIC: "Discrimination Faced by Immigrants in Their Host Country"
Chaired by Julia Krzywicka & Janika Ahlvers
Coordinated by our Academic Director Emilia Jakobi
The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) is at the heart of the UN system's work on economic, social, and environmental issues. This committee addresses a wide range of global challenges, from promoting sustainable development to fostering international cooperation on social and economic matters. It is also concerned with finding solutions on topics such as youth empowerment, digital cooperation, and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. ECOSOC provides an excellent opportunity for participants to develop a comprehensive understanding of the interconnected nature of global economic and social issues. This committee serves as a stepping stone between beginner and more advanced levels, making it ideal for intermediate delegates looking to deepen their skills in exploring the wide range of aspects of international development and cooperation.
TOPIC: "Improving Economic Access for Indigenous Communities"
Chaired by Sophie King, Matthew Davies & Clarisse Pierre
Coordinated by our Academic Director Eryk Pedersen
DISEC, also known as the General Assembly’s first committee, focuses on international peace and security, specifically addressing disarmament, the regulation of new weapon technology and challenges to global security. From nuclear non-proliferation to the regulation of arms trade, this committee discusses some of the most pressing and complex security issues currently facing the world. DISEC is perfect for delegates with a profound interest in international security, offering a blend of technical knowledge and geopolitical strategy in a balanced, accessible debate setting for both less experienced and more experienced delegates alike.
At CBSMUN 2025, DISEC will be historical and set in 1983.
TOPIC: "1983: Ensuring Security and Stability in the Baltic Sea Region"
Chaired by Emma Mhaya & Alexandra Moutropoulou
Coordinated by our Academic Director Nico Stein
The World Bank focuses on global economic development and poverty reduction. Some of the main issues the organization tries to tackle are sustainable development, climate change financing, and economic inequality. The World Bank offers a platform for participants to propose and debate innovative solutions to pressing global economic challenges. It is ideal for those interested in international finance, development economics, and global poverty alleviation strategies. The World Bank committee is designed for experienced delegates who can navigate intricate economic policies and are ready to engage in high-level discussions on creating a more equitable global economy.
Join the World Bank and play the role of a executive director, representing either a country or an entire regional group!
TOPIC: "Combatting Child Poverty in the Middle East"
Chaired by Carla Schanz & Martín Tabares de Nava Zárate
Coordinated by our Academic Director Eryk Pedersen
The United Nations Security Council is the UN‘s foremost body responsible for maintaining international peace and security. It deals with critical global crises, such as conflict resolution, peacekeeping operations, and addressing threats to global stability. With its dynamic and often intense debates, involving the infamous veto-powers of the P5, the UNSC is ideal for experienced delegates ready to engage in fast-paced discussions on high-stakes issues, requiring sharp negotiation skills and a deep understanding of diplomacy.
Jump into the most realistic UNSC simulation yet at CBSMUN, with a specialized Rulebook for most accurate procedure ever in a conference!
TOPIC: "Addressing Maritime Security and Migration Control in the Horn of Africa"
Chaired by Annabelle Schuhholtz, Ansh Mehta, & Nele Aulenbach
Coordinated by our Academic Director Nico Stein
In the International Press Corps, you will be able to show off your journalistic capabilities and add spice to the debates through various hit pieces and news leaks. You will be thinking on your feet, adapting to the flow of debate and influencing the outcome. Don’t forget that the press also has comedy columns which can address the happenings outside of the debate. Your news will be published throughout the committee sessions and can lead to the uncovering of improper foreign policy or interesting alliances. Use this chance to unleash your inner creative writer and jump into the role of a journalist covering international diplomacy!
Chaired by the Editors in Chief Alisa Popova & Franziska Girke
Coordinated by our USG of Academics Maxim Baumgärtel