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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Conversation Series

Reimagining the Wealth of Nations: From Invisible Hand to Digital Hand

On 5 June 2026, UNU will host a conversation with Prof. Yilei Shao, Founding Dean of the Shanghai AI-Finance School at East China Normal University.

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Workshop

2026 ACUNS Annual Workshop on International Organisation Studies

We are pleased to co-organise the 2026 ACUNS Annual Workshop on International Organisation Studies in partnership with ACUNS and Narxoz University.

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Science Talk: From Space to Planetary Health

How Satellites and AI Reveal Earth’s Energy and Ecosystem Services

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Training

How Science, Technology, and Industrial Policy Will Shape Europe’s Future

UNU MERIT co-organises PhD Summer School 2026 in Strasbourg on Europe’s innovation, science and industrial policy.

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Conference

UNU-MERIT Internal Conference 2026

UNU-MERIT’s Internal Conference is an annual event where researchers and fellows share work, exchange feedback, and strengthen collaboration.

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Conference

2026 Jobs and Development Conference

The Jobs and Development Conference 2026 brings together researchers, policymakers, and practitioners from around the world to discuss the latest insights on jobs, labour markets, and inclusive development.

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Conference

3rd International Conference: Geospatial Science & Technology for Earth Observation (GSTEO 2026)

Nidhi Nagabhatla, UNU-CRIS Senior Research Fellow, will present at the Geospatial Science and Technology for Earth Observation (GSTEO 2026).

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Previous Events

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Migration Seminar Series: Beyond attracting talent: what makes skilled migrants stay?

Dr. Julia Reinold on skilled migrant retention, onward migration, and the factors shaping long-term settlement.

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Science Talk: Reframing Water, Reclaiming Equity

A Water Quality Vulnerability Index for Inclusive Development

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PhD Defence: The Cost of Division. Essays on Political Economy, Social Cohesion, and Public Policies

Stefanie Cipriano Roost

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The Role of Universities in International Cooperation Based on Multilateralism

On 20 May 2026, UNU will co-organize an event exploring the role of universities in advancing multilateral international cooperation.

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UNU-IIGH at WHA79

UNU-IIGH will engage in the 79th World Health Assembly, contributing to key global dialogues on health, equity, and sustainable development.

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Presidential Diplomacy and Foreign Policy: The Governments of Milei and Lula in Argentina and Brazil

This is an in-person research seminar, taking place at the UNU-CRIS premises in Bruges.

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Celebrating 70: Japan-UN Cooperation, EXPO 2025, and the Future of Multilateralism

On 18 May 2026, UNU and UNIC Tokyo will host a special symposium to commemorate 70 years of Japan’s membership in the United Nations and to explore the next generation of multilateralism.

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The Grace of a Knight: a UNU-INWEH art exhibition on water, gender, and health

UNU-INWEH bridges science and art to bring awareness to water, environment and health issues faced by women in upcoming public art exhibition

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Launch of the 2026 Global Media Awards: Water Bankruptcy — Every Drop Counts

Recognizing Media Excellence in Advancing Global Water Security

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MSc Public Policy and Human Development | Online info session

ONLINE: On 12 May, UNU-MERIT will host a Q&A session for prospective students interested in their MSc in Public Policy and Human Development (MPP).