Expert Insights
Upcoming Events
BIG IDEAS Series
Reimagining Gender and Climate Justice in Higher Education
BIG IDEAS Series
Social Media for Social Good: Promoting Well-being in the Digital Age
ONLINE: On 5 September 2025, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Meg Hoffmann Nakagawa, founder of Blossom the Project.
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Documentary Film Screening: Paper Lanterns
On 16 September 2025, UNU will host a screening of Paper Lanterns, a documentary film directed by Barry Frechette and produced by Nobuko Saito Cleary.
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Announcement
Call for Submissions: 11th Japan Youth Environmental Activity Contest
The contest aims to empower high school students to develop practical solutions for achieving the SDGs. The submission deadline is 28 October 2025.
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UN Report Warns: International Food Trade Diverts the World's Water Resources Towards Wealthier Nations
A UN University study finds that global agricultural trade eases scarcity for high-income populations while making water more scarce for the poor.
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The Number of People Exposed to Wildfires Nearly Doubles, with Africa Bearing the Greatest Burden
The population directly exposed to wildfire rose 40% globally, with 85% of that in Africa, leading to 1.5 million deaths per year, say UN scientists
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UNU and Egypt Co-host TICAD 9 Thematic Events on Africa’s Digital Future
The events brought together academic experts and government representatives at the intersection of education, governance and digital innovation.
