CamMUN

Cambridge Model United Nations

Welcome

CamMUN is a student-led simulation of a United Nations conference. There are multiple committees, eg UNEP, UNOOSA, WTO, UNICEF. These committees debate and vote on a range of economic, social and political issues.

The conference is held annually in Cambridge, during which participants research a country’s position on current topics and faithfully represent its viewpoint throughout debates, with the goal of discussing ongoing global issues. In this event, delegates and chairs will be working to pass resolutions aimed at maintaining international peace and security, developing affable relations among nations and advancing social progress.

It is an excellent opportunity for students between the ages of 14 and 18 to gain hands-on experience with public speaking, international affairs and teamwork. We are a MyMUN top-rated MUN conference that is here to give today’s youth the opportunity to be more involved in politics and public speaking.

As the secretariat, we are a committee of seven Sixth Form students from Stephen Perse Cambridge who have been elected to organise and run the International CamMUN conference in 2026. We are honoured to be able to host our seventh conference this year.

Raye, Noah, Isabel, Nico, Aoife, Emma and Theresa

International 3-Day Event

Held in Cambridge, United Kingdom, we welcome schools from all around the world to attend one of the largest student Model United Nations conferences.

Social Event in Cambridge

We hold a social event on one of the evenings (please check the schedule), which is usually held at a location in Cambridge city centre.

In-Person Debates

Delegates are assigned a country to represent, and alongside others from the same country form a delegation. Each delegate from every delegation represents the country’s position in one committee.

CamMUN 2026
The World We Leave Behind: The Next Generation

It is our great honour to welcome you to the 8th annual Cambridge Model United Nations conference, held at Stephen Perse Cambridge.

We live in a world defined by the actions of those who came before us, where the decisions of a select few have profoundly affected the progression of humanity more than almost anyone that has ever lived. When confronted with complex international problems, our diplomatic predecessors have always strived to create long-lasting solutions.

It would be an understatement to say that diplomatic integrity is currently under threat. The United Nations, more now than ever, needs to rethink and innovate its approach to major global issues in order to restore the confidence it once held.

This year’s committees will aim to address issues of the future, whether that be six months from now, or twenty years. By confronting these issues in 2026, we aim to nurture the initiative and cooperation of our generation, forming the foundations for politicians and leaders capable of tackling these problems as they begin to arise in real time.

Key dates

CamMUN 2026 will be an in-person conference held at Stephen Perse Cambridge in Cambridge, United Kingdom, from 30th January 2026 to 1st February.

Key Dates:

Applications Open: 9th September 2025

Applications Close: 3rd November 2025

Payment Deadline: 21st November 2025

Latest Refund Date: 12th January 2026

2026 Committees

We are pleased to announce the topics for the upcoming 2026 conference.

United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

The UNEP is focused on environmental issues, such as climate change and pollution. This year, UNEP will be debating two topics:

– Investigating the incorporation of renewable energy into national power supplies

– Examining and mitigating the health hazards posed by air pollution

United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF)

UNICEF is a committee focused on protecting the rights of children across the world. This year, UNICEF will be debating the following topics:

– Providing shelter and safety mechanisms for children impacted by natural disasters

– Combatting and understanding the rise of child soldier recruitment in modern conflicts

United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR)

The UNHCR primarily debates topics regarding protecting the rights of refugees across the globe. This year, the UNHCR will be debating the following topics:

– Improving the availability of employment opportunities and education for migrant workers

– Expanding and exploring the safety and privileges provided to migrants displaced by conflict

World Health Organisation (WHO)

The WHO is focused on topics concerning public health and access to healthcare. This year, the WHO will be debating the following topics:

– Combatting and mitigating the risk posed by the emergence of new epidemics

– Assessing the implementation of water nationalisation and its benefits on heath.

Commission on the Status of Women (CSW)

The CSW is a committee that discusses topics regarding the rights of women and girls across the globe. This year, the CSW will be debating the following topics:

– Discussing and expanding the right to safe abortions globally

– Addressing and curtailing the prevalence of gender based discrimination in digital spaces

Historical International Court of Justice (HICJ)

The HICJ is a committee that is a cross between a regular MUN committee and a moot court. Delegates will be debating a single historical topic throughout the course of the conference. This year, the HICJ will be debating the following topic:

– Assessing Germany’s future in the wake of World War 2

United Nations Commission on Science and Technology for Development

The UNCSTD is a committee that is focused on topics concerning science and technology. This year, the UNCSTD will be debating the following topics:

– Exploring the benefits of AI in the field of scientific research

– Expanding the ability and availability of the production of microchips

United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)

ECOSOC is a committee focused on tackling some of the world’s biggest economic, social, and environmental issues. This year, ECOSOC will be debating the following topics:

– Examining and reworking international dependence on oil monopolies

– Organising and discussing methods to increase government expenditure on international aid

United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)

The UNODC is a committee that tackles some of the biggest criminal issues of today, those regarding the drug trade, organised crime, terrorism, and corruption. This year, the UNODC will be debating the following topics:

– Examining agrarian alternatives for cocoa and opium farmers

– Assessing methods on how to tackle and mitigate the trafficking of cultural goods

World Trade Organisation (WTO)

The WTO is a committee that debates topics on issues relating to global trade. This year, the WTO will be debating the following topics:

– Combatting the use of protectionist trade policies in the international market

– Improving the climate sustainability of trade transport infrastracture

Crisis Committee

Crisis is a dynamic and fast-moving committee, allowing delegates to react to a fast-moving crisis. The topic for Crisis will be announced on the first day of the conference.

United Nations Security Council (UNSC)

The UNSC is a dynamic committee, debating some of the most prevalent geopolitical issues of the current day. This year, the UNSC will be debating the following topics:

– Investigating the Kashmir border crisis

– Mitigating and examining the militarisation of the arctic circle

Commission on Population and Development (CPD)

The CPD is a committee that discusses topics concerning population demographics and development of nations. New this year, the CPD will be debating the following topics:

– Assessing and mitigating the problems posed by ageing populations

– Exploring methods to construct and maintain robust healthcare systems

International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO)

New this year, the ICAO is a committee focused on debating topics surrounding civil aviation and aviation safety. This year, the ICAO will be debating the following topics:

– Focusing on the affordability of avionic flights for consumers

– Increasing the safety of international civilian flights

FAQs

How do I apply to CamMUN?

Please see relevant tab under CamMUN 2026, the application process will happen purely through the myMUN website this year. https://mymun.com/

Am I eligible to attend this conference?

CamMUN is aimed at secondary school students between the ages of 14-18. You must be in secondary (high school) education at the time of the conference to be able to attend. All abilities are welcome and no previous MUN experience is required to take part in this conference in our beginner friendly committees!

Can I register with my friends?

All applications must be completed through a delegation, your school, so your supervisor must first create a delegation on MyMUN, and then you can apply through that delegation. Sadly, we are not accepting individual applications for the 2026 conference.

Is it ok if my English is not perfect? What level does my English need to be?

Yes, however your English needs to be good enough to hold a conversation and be able to understand the discussions in parliamentary procedure; an intermediate level should be fine. For reference, English should be around a B1 level.

Can my parents be the advisers?

No, they have to be your school supervisor for safeguarding reasons.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, there will be certificates given out, as well as awards for best delegates in each committee.

Do I receive an invitation letter?

Yes! We can provide you with an invitation letter so you can apply for a visa. An invitation letter will be sent only after the application is complete and the registration fee has been paid.

Do I get a refund if I cannot participate anymore?

Up until a certain point- at secretariat discretion.

What is the dress code?

The dress code for this conference is formal.

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