The University shall devote its work to research into the pressing global problems of human survival, development and welfare that are the concern of the United Nations and its agencies.
People — topics on improving lives of people everywhere
Planet — topics on preserving and improving our environment and natural resources
Prosperity — topics on building a sustainable and fulfilling future
Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies
Blog Post
What Egypt Tells Us About the State of Democracy
What the Egyptian Revolution that began in Tahrir Square has taught us about the current state of democracy around the world.
Blog Post
Why the United Nations Needs More Female Peacekeepers
The appointment of Major General Kristin Lund of Norway as the first female to serve as Force Commander in a UN peacekeeping operation.
Event
21st Century of Disaster: Lessons from the March 2011 Disasters and the Sustainable Development Goals
TOKYO: This symposium aims to incorporate the experiences and lessons learned from "3.11" into discussions on the post-2015 development agenda.
Expert
Dr. Tsunao Watanabe
Tsunao Watanabe is a Senior Programme Coordinator at UNU-IAS.
Project
Global Leadership Training Programme in Africa (GLTP)
The GLTP is a training scheme that provides Japanese postgraduate students with opportunities to conduct field research in Africa.
Series
UNU-INRA Publications
UNU-INRA Publications
Media Coverage
Capacity Development for Realizing Sustainability
UNU-IAS Director Dr. Kazuhiko Takemoto was interviewed by the Yomiuri Shimbun newspaper.
Event
Atoll Island States and International Law — Climate Change Displacement and Sovereignty
The book launch and seminar will explore multidisciplinary legal and engineering perspectives on atolls and their vulnerability to sea-level rise.
Project
WIDER Development Conferences
By bringing together researchers and policy makers from across the world, UNU-WIDER's Development Conferences promote research and policy analysis.
Project
Research Communication
This Project aims to make UNU-WIDER's research readily available to stakeholders and audiences in a form they can use.