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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UNU-MERIT Internal Conference 2025

UNU-MERIT Internal Conference 2025: A vibrant platform for PhD fellows and researchers to share insights, foster collaboration, and drive innovation.

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Seminar

Harnessing AI for Smarter, Sustainable University Management

ONLINE: This webinar will discuss the role of AI in university management and administration, including functions and the use of AI agents.

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Workshop

Intensive Course on Agent Based Modelling in Social Sciences

Learn to design, implement, and analyse robust agent-based models (ABM) for research projects in this intensive, full-time course.

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Conference

14th Global RCE Conference

OKAYAMA, JAPAN & ONLINE: Celebrating 20 years of impact and innovation by the Regional Centres of Expertise on Education for Sustainable Development.

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UN Day 2025 in Dresden to Focus on “Education Shapes the Future”

This year’s United Nations Day will be commemorated on 24 October at Dresden City Hall under the theme “Education Shapes the Future”, emphasizing the vital role of inclusive and high-quality education in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. The event takes place against the backdrop of two major milestones: the 50th anniversary of the United Nations University and the 80th anniversary of the United Nations.

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Conference

ICEGOV 2025 – 18th International Conference on Theory and Practice of Electronic Governance

ICEGOV 2025 in Abuja, Nigeria, gathers global experts to shape digital governance through cooperation, innovation, and inclusion (4-7 Nov 2025).

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Science Slam: Science4Peace

We are looking for scientists who want to present their research outside their scientific bubble: with entertaining insights, crisp facts, and ideas.

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Conference

Call for papers: 12th Conference on Micro Evidence on Innovation and Development (MEIDE)

December 10-12, 2025- Trivandrum, Kerala, India

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Previous Events

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Harnessing the Impact of Youth Participation in Policymaking and Decision-making

TOKYO & ONLINE: On 15 August 2025, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Dr. Felipe Paullier, Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs.

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SCIENCE TALK: Towards Fair and Effective Adaptation

Developing Inclusive Climate Indicators for the Global Goal for Adaptation

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Stewards of Tomorrow: Rethinking Higher Education for a Planetary Future

On 12 August 2025, UNU will host a conversation with François Taddei, co-founder and president of the Learning Planet Institute.

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SCIENCE TALK: Nanoplastics in our Environment

Small Particles with Big Challenges

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A Discussion on Art for Environmental Justice at Mbare Art Space in Harare

Unlocking the power of art to fight consumerism, inequity and pollution.

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Webinar: Launch of the Gender Transformation for Africa Supplement in the African Journal of Reproductive Health

The webinar marks the launch of a supplement exploring gaps in knowledge and practice around the operationalisation of GTAs across diverse contexts.

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SCIENCE TALK: Equity in Every Drop

Criteria for Equitable Access to Non-Conventional Water Resources

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Diplomacy in Transition: Women in Leadership

TOKYO: On 29 July 2025, UNU will host an event to spotlight the role of female leaders in shaping inclusive, peaceful and future-oriented international relations.

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Reimagining Climate Governance: Reforms, Models and Actions

Designing actionable innovations to meet today’s climate needs

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The Future of Language Education: Nurturing Democracy Through Participation and Critical Thinking in an Age of AI

TOKYO: On 24 July 2025, UNU will host a conversation with Jun Saito, founder and CEO of J PREP.