Research highlights
Brief
A Systematic Approach to Institutional Mimicry
A guide to using institutional mimicry wisely in designing effective multilateral institutions.
Report
Accelerating Defossilization
Proposals to implement the recommendations of the Special Rapporteur for Human Rights and Climate Change.
Recent publications
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.
Report
Foundations for a Multilateral Sovereign Debt Mechanism
Global efforts and recent momentum to address shortcomings in the sovereign debt restructuring regime.
Expert insights
Blog Post
If UN80 is to deliver more than budget cuts, it should build on Geneva's strengths
As countries are forced to reckon with UN reform, they should invest in Geneva, where the UN delivers and innovates.
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.
Blog Post
Protecting our oceans for future generations
The UN Ocean Conference offers a critical window to design institutions that stand the test of time.
News and events
News
UNGA High-Level Week: Evidence and Ideas for Global Action
UNU-CPR evidence is helping to shape discussions and the future of multilateralism.
News
Connecting Decent Work to Sustainable Growth
UNU-CPR's Dr. Nicole Goldin intervenes at the 2025 UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development.
Event
Reimagining Climate Governance: Reforms, Models and Actions
Designing actionable innovations to meet today’s climate needs
Event
Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4)
Supporting reform of the international financial architecture and mobilizing investments in the Sustainable Developments Goals.
