Research highlights
Media Coverage
A UN mission in Gaza can work only with Palestinian participation
In The National Adam Day argues that any international presence in Gaza must be legitimate in the eyes of Gazans.
Brief
A Full-Spectrum Approach to Climate Finance
How climate finance can be reformed to deliver the Baku-Belém Roadmap’s US$1.3 trillion annual goal by 2035.
Recent publications
Brief
A Systematic Approach to Institutional Mimicry
A guide to using institutional mimicry wisely in designing effective multilateral institutions.
Report
Essential Peacekeeping for a Divided World
Lessons and Insights from the UN Emergency Force in Suez
Report
2025 Peacebuilding Fund Thematic Review on Youth, Peace and Security
Exploring programmatic best practices and lessons learned on youth participation in peacebuilding.
Expert insights
Blog Post
“Youth Should Lead the Way”: Lessons from Ten Years of Programming on the Youth, Peace and Security Agenda
Ten years after Resolution 2250 launched the Youth, Peace and Security (YPS) agenda, youth-led peacebuilding has proven its transformative potential.
Blog Post
Culture and Heritage Matter to the World’s "Future Agenda"
To build better global futures, cultural heritage can play a surprisingly powerful role.
Media Coverage
Opinion: At the UN, we need to do better with less. Here’s how
In Devex, Nicole Goldin and David Passarelli argue that the UN80 reforms can deliver more impact through purpose, pace, priority and precision.
Blog Post
Could the General Assembly authorize peacekeepers to address ongoing crises?
A Q&A exploring the General Assembly’s powers and past practices related to peace operations.
News and events
News
Designing Next-Generation Science-Policy Interfaces
UNU-CPR and the British Academy convene experts to examine models, challenges and opportunities.
News
UNGA High-Level Week: Evidence and Ideas for Global Action
UNU-CPR evidence is helping to shape discussions and the future of multilateralism.
Event
Reimagining Climate Governance: Reforms, Models and Actions
Designing actionable innovations to meet today’s climate needs