UN Women
The United Nations Entity of Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) is a principal UN body focused on advancing gender equality and empowering women globally. It develops policies, implements programs, and coordinates efforts to address gender-based discrimination and support women's rights.
Meet Your Presidents
Nicole Cormane
Cristina hernandez
Distinguished delegates,
It is with great honor and excitement that I welcome you to the UN Women Committee at BAMUN XXV. This year, we will address one of the most sensitive and thought-provoking issues in global reproductive rights: abortion in complex medical cases, including brain-dead pregnancies, severe fetal anomalies, and maternal health crises. Together, we will analyze this topic through human rights, ethical, and cultural perspectives, while working toward solutions rooted in dignity, equality, and justice.
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I am truly thrilled to meet each of you and to see the dedication and creativity you will bring to our sessions. This committee is not only a forum for debate but also a space to collaborate, to exchange ideas, and to amplify your voices as future leaders. Please know that if you have any questions or need support at any time, you can always reach out to me.
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I look forward to this incredible journey ahead and cannot wait to see the impact we will create together at BAMUN XXV. For any doubts, you can contact me anytime at cormane.nicole@marymountbq.edu.co
Warmly,
Nicole Cormane
President of UN Women
Nicole Cormane
President, UN Women
Cristina Hernandez
President, UN Women
Honorable delegates,
It is my absolute pleasure to welcome you to the UN Women Committee at BAMUN XXV. This year’s discussions will challenge us to think critically about abortion in complex medical cases, where maternal rights, fetal conditions, and global ethical standards intersect. Together, we will reflect on how these debates affect women’s dignity, autonomy, and equality across diverse societies, and we will seek innovative solutions that honor human rights and compassion.
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I am genuinely excited to meet all of you and to share in the enthusiasm, knowledge, and perspectives you will bring to our committee. This is a space where your voices truly matter, and I encourage you to take advantage of the opportunity to learn from one another and to lead with empathy. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you ever need clarification, advice, or support—I am here to help.
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I eagerly look forward to our sessions and to the memorable experience we will build together at BAMUN XXV. You can contact me through hernandez.cristina@marymountbq.edu.co
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Sincerely,
Cristina Hernández
President of UN Women
Abortion in Complex Medical Cases: Maternal Rights, Fetal Conditions, and Brain-Dead Pregnancy Cases in Global Ethical Standards
Committee Topic
As debates over reproductive rights continue to shape global discourse, UN Women convenes to address the complex issue of abortion in medically intricate cases — where maternal health, fetal conditions, and brain-dead pregnancies intersect with ethical, legal, and humanitarian considerations. Around the world, inconsistent laws and moral frameworks have left women and medical professionals navigating uncertainty between preserving life and respecting autonomy. These cases expose the urgent need for clear global standards that protect maternal rights while upholding ethical medical practice and human dignity. Delegates must confront the delicate balance between cultural beliefs, international human rights principles, and the evolving responsibilities of the medical community to ensure that every decision regarding life and health is guided by compassion, equity, and justice.