Announcement

Applications Open for UNU Global Seminar 2023

Application are open until 5 July 2023 for the 39th UNU Global Seminar.

UNU-IAS is accepting applications for the 39th UNU Global Seminar — Sustainable Agriculture and Food Production: The Way Forward to Ensure Food Security  which will be held online from 7–9 August 2023.

Participants will discuss sustainable agriculture practices and explore how these practices can help ensure food security while reducing negative social and environmental impacts of production.

This is a certified course, designed for undergraduate and postgraduate students who are currently residing in Japan, as well as young professionals who are interested in the theme and networking opportunities.

The application deadline is 5 July 2023. For more information, please visit the UNU Global Seminar page.

 

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