Events

Opportunities to join UNU events worldwide

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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

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Seminar

Rent and Surplus Value in the Data Economy: Implications for Data Governance

The UNU-MERIT Seminar Series is pleased to announce an upcoming research seminar featuring Maria Savona, Full Professor of Economics at Luiss University and Professor of Economics of Innovation at the Science Policy Research Unit (SPRU), University of Sussex. Her research focuses on technological change and innovation, employment and wage inequality, industrial policy, and structural change.

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Science Talk: Global Estimate of Marine Oil Pollution

Using satellites and machine learning to track the hidden sources of chronic oil pollution in the world’s ocean, protect sensitive marine habitats and hold polluters accountable.

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Workshop

Masterclass: Migration and Climate Change

This 2-hour masterclass offers an introduction to the intersection of climate change, migration, and digital infrastructures.

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Policy Research translated to Action: Migration and Climate Change

The session brings together experts from the UNU to examine the growing connections between climate change, migration and digital infrastructures.

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Study Public Policy and Human Development | Online Master's Week 2026

Join our online session to learn about the MSc in Public Policy and Human Development and hear from the programme coordinator and a student ambassador.

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UN Day Dresden 2026 “Rethinking Mobility”

Ceremony to mark United Nations Day (UN Day) 2026, including the presentation of the “Dresden Local Agenda Prize 2026” on 5 November 2026

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2nd Next Generation Forum for Gender Equality “Our Well-being in the Digital Age, Paved by Gender Equality"

On 7 November 2026, UNU will host a symposium to promote young leaders in accelerating efforts towards gender equality and women's empowerment.

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Training

Designing Impactful Proposals for Adaptation and Resilience

ANTALYA, TÜRKIYE: This session at the COP31 Capacity-building Hub will share insights into designing adaptation projects, including how to effectively utilize various policy tools.

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Previous Events

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Exploring Kita AI Webinar: An Agentic AI System for Enhancing Human Agency in Sustainable Development Decision-Making

This interactive webinar introduces Kita AI, a UNU-developed Agentic AI system for member states.

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The Road to Abu Dhabi – Science, Innovation, Diplomacy and Action for a Water-Secure Future

The Embassy of the UAE in Canada and UNU-INWEH will convene a high-level event on science, innovation, and partnerships for informed water action.

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Water in a Divided World - A Dialogue on New Global Trends, Shared Interests and Opportunities for Canada

The briefing will explore the convening role of water as a strategic entry point for dialogue and cooperation.

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Innovation and catching up: Policy lessons from Korea for Latin America and the Caribbean with Keun Lee | UNESCO Chair

Keun Lee draws on Korea’s experience to examine how technological innovation can support economic catch-up in Latin America and the Caribbean.

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Webinar #10 | The Future Challenge for Young Digital Government Researchers

This session explores challenges faced by young researchers and actions to enhance the theoretical and practical impact of their work.

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Table ronde sur l’eau dans un monde en évolution: Paix, coopération, diplomatie et le rôle du Canada dans l’agenda mondial

L’UNU-INWEH et Affaires mondiales Canada célèbrent 30 ans d’impact et font progresser la coopération mondiale dans le domaine de l’eau

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Roundtable on Water in a Changing World: Peace, Cooperation, Diplomacy and Canada's role in the Global Agenda

UNU-INWEH and Global Affairs Canada will convene a high-level roundtable celebrating 30 years of impact and advancing global water cooperation

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World Station Banquet on the Occasion of the 30th Anniversary of UNU-INWEH and the World Cities Day

The event celebrates 30 years of advancing water, environment and health, while marking World Cities Day and the role of cities in building a sustainable, water-secure future.

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2nd Conference of UNU Hubs in Richmond Hill

Hosted at UNU-INWEH, the conference will showcase progress and shape a coordinated roadmap for research, education and policy impact.

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Opening Ceremony and Welcome Celebration Marking the 30th Anniversary of UNU-INWEH

Co-hosted by the Mayor of Richmond hill and the Director of UNU-INWEH, the event will welcome high-level guests to Richmond Hill.