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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Migration Law and Policymaking (MiLAP) Follow-Up Training Programme

Follow-up training for MiLAP alumni, strengthening practical skills in migration law and policy through applied learning and peer exchange.

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SWING – School on Internet Governance 2026

SWING – School on Internet Governance 2026 will take place in Bruges, Belgium, from 20 to 24 April 2026.

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Emancipation and Digital Inclusion: Why We All Need a Reset

The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session, providing participants with the opportunity to engage directly with the author.

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IPIC 2025 Public Presentation Session

Public presentation session of the results of the 2025 Index of Internet Presence of Portuguese Municipalities (IPIC).

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Training

Regional Seasonal School for Transformative Learning: Nature-Based Solutions, Eco-DRR & Nature-Positive Engineering, Health and Well-being

This school is a collaboration between UNU-CRIS, UNU-IIGH, PEDRR, International Coalition for Sustainable Infrastructure (ICSI), and IIT Hyderabad.

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Migration Seminar Series: The reach and impact of migration information campaigns in 25 communities across Africa and Asia

Nicolás Caso on migration information campaigns and their effects on migration aspirations.

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How to Implement the Community-of-Communities?

IWLA Webinar Series - Exploring the ‘Community-of-Communities’ Within and Beyond Transboundary Waters Through a Normative Lens

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The Mahalla — An Important Social Bridge Between Civil Society and Government to Support Sustainable Development

On 22 April 2026, UNU will co-host a high-level dialogue to explore the role of civil society institutions in achieving the SDGs.

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Previous Events

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Development Finance through a Positive Economic Statecraft Lens

A high-level roundtable exploring how positive economic statecraft can reshape development finance.

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PhD Defence: Walking the tightrope of humanitarian concerns and perceived threats: Essays on attitudes toward refugee immigration in Germany

Tobias Hillenbrand

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Global Youth MIDORI platform 2026 Information Session (English)

ONLINE: This information session will provide an overview of the GYM youth capacity development programme and guidance on the application process.

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Responsible AI in a Global Context: Building Skills to Navigate the AI Era 

On 17 April 2026, UNU, Microsoft and LinkedIn will co-host an event to launch a new professional certificate focused on building skills and capacity to responsibly assess, adopt and apply AI.

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Sovereign Debt Distress and Credit Ratings: Assessing Default Risk and Recovery in Africa

A roundtable examining how credit rating agencies assess sovereign risk, default and recovery in Africa.

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Global Youth MIDORI platform 2026 Information Session (Japanese)

ONLINE: This information session will provide an overview of the GYM youth capacity development programme and guidance on the application process.

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A New Era of International Cooperation: Reimagining Relations between the Global South and North

A high-level roundtable exploring whether middle powers can reshape global cooperation and bridge North–South divides

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Science Talk: Water Innovation Sharing as Peace-Building

How Water Supply Options Can Contribute to Climate Resilience and Reduce Transboundary Conflict

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An Eyewitness Account of Japan’s Entry into the United Nations

TOKYO: On 15 April 2026, UNU will co-host a symposium featuring Yasushi Akashi, former Under-Secretary-General for Public Information, Disarmament Affairs and Humanitarian Affairs.

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Culturally Responsive Leadership and Youth Action: AI-Enabled Resilience and Sustainable Partnerships

UNU Macau’s Side Event at the 2026 ECOSOC Youth Forum