The UNU global network hosts events online and at diverse locations around the world. See individual event announcements for registration information.
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Upcoming Events
Side Event
People, Culture and Biodiversity: Advancing Area-based Conservation Potential in Socio-Ecological Production Landscapes and Seascapes (SEPLS)
Seminar
Nearshoring en tiempos turbulentos with Ernesto Stein | UNESCO Chair
Event
15th Africa & Middle East RCE Regional Meeting
Event
Studying Regions: Conceptual and Methodological Approaches to Regionalism
Seminar
Digital Public Infrastructure: Establishing Trusted Government Platforms
Event
Science Talk: Legal Pathways to Promote Water Cooperation in the Amu Darya Basin
Event
The Promise of AI: Insights from the World Development Report 2026
Seminar
Mangrove Ecosystems as Nature-Based Protection against the Early-Life Mortality Effects of Floods
Previous Events
Event
Europe RCE Regional Meeting 2026
BILBAO, SPAIN & ONLINE: The meeting will highlight education for sustainable development initiatives in Europe.
Seminar
Brazilian Public Digital Transformation from a Federative Lens
The session will explore how the digital transformation of public administration is usually examined from a national perspective.
Event
From Principle to Practice: Operationalizing Climate Justice
This webinar will explore how climate justice can be defined, measured and turned into policy.
Degree Defense
Workshop
Yes, The World’s Regions Can Learn from One Another: Towards a Common Framework for Sharing Good Process
Online workshop co-creating UNU Regions' learning platform for practice-oriented exchange and capacity-building among regions in the Global South.
Event
Science Talk: Measuring Rain, bias: Sweden and urban
Understanding Rainfall Measurement: Bias, Techniques, and Urban Applications
Seminar
Migration Seminar Series: Diaspora Engagement in a New World Order: Diplomacy, Policy and Power
Dr. Martin Russell on the changing role of diaspora engagement in diplomacy, policymaking, investment, and talent attraction.
Conversation Series
Priorities for the Next UN Secretary-General
On 14 October 2026, UNU will host a conversation with Mr. Richard Gowan, Program Director for Global Issues and Institutions at the International Crisis Group.
Seminar
Lessons from the Public Sector Artificial Intelligence Adoption in Developing Countries: An AI Life Cycle Perspective
This session explores how public-sector organisations in developing countries are adopting AI and navigating challenges across the AI life cycle.
Event
Promoting a Culture of Peace through Music and International Exchange with the UN Singers
On 13 October 2026, UNU will host special event featuring the United Nations Singers, regional choirs and special guests.