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Media Coverage 30 Nov 2015

The Rise and Influence of the Foreign Policy Think Tank

What is the role of think tanks in international affairs and how do they influence foreign policy?

Series 26 Nov 2015

5 Facts on Climate Migrants

People on the move due to drought and floods are often called “climate refugees”. But these people are not legally considered refugees.

Blog Post 23 Nov 2015

After Ashegate: Safeguarding the World’s Trust

Envisioning a Code of Conduct and Disclosure for elected officials of the UN's intergovernmental organs after the arrest of the former UNGA President.

Blog Post 17 Nov 2015

Where Are the Women? How the UN Is Falling Short on Gender and Conflict

The UN must do more to advance the mainstreaming of gender equality in its conflict-related policies and activities.

Blog Post 10 Nov 2015

Time for a Reset: Fixing the Faulty Humanitarian Appeals Process

The humanitarian appeals process has become too large and requires a more comprehensive contract between aid agencies and governments.

Media Coverage 04 Nov 2015

What Comes After the War on Drugs?

Leading up to the UN General Assembly Special Session (UNGASS) on the World Drug Problem, UNU's new report asks "What Comes After the War on Drugs?"

Blog Post 03 Nov 2015

Securing the Asia-Pacific: A Report From the CSCAP General Conference

The General Conference of the Council for Security Cooperation in the Asia Pacific highlighted the need for a stronger security architecture.

Blog Post 29 Oct 2015

Disengaging Children in Violent Extremist Contexts

How can the disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration of child soldiers in violent extremist contexts be improved?

Media Coverage 27 Oct 2015

Addressing Security and Urbanization in Fragile Cities

Fragile cities are a growing global risk.

Blog Post 26 Oct 2015

Saving the World Humanitarian Summit From Itself

Now that the World Humanitarian Summit Synthesis Report has been released, what can be done to strengthen the humanitarian reform process?