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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The UN System in the Face of Globalization and the Role of Japan

On 30 October 2026, UNU and the UN Association of Japan will co-host a special event featuring a keynote speech by Ambassador Hisashi Owada.

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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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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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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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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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Previous Events

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Europe RCE Regional Meeting 2026

BILBAO, SPAIN & ONLINE: The meeting will highlight education for sustainable development initiatives in Europe.

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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.

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From Principle to Practice: Operationalizing Climate Justice

This webinar will explore how climate justice can be defined, measured and turned into policy.

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PhD Defence: Meaningful E-Participation Outcomes Through the Interplay of Supply and Demand-Side Drivers

Dobrina Poirier

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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.

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Science Talk: Measuring Rain, bias: Sweden and urban

Understanding Rainfall Measurement: Bias, Techniques, and Urban Applications

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.