The University shall devote its work to research into the pressing global problems of human survival, development and welfare that are the concern of the United Nations and its agencies.
People — topics on improving lives of people everywhere
Planet — topics on preserving and improving our environment and natural resources
Prosperity — topics on building a sustainable and fulfilling future
Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies
UNU Council Member
Prof. Brenda Yeoh
Professor Brenda S.A. Yeoh is a Singaporean scholar and expert in the fields of migration, social geography, and the politics of space in colonial and post-colonial cities.
Expert
Bavo Stevens
Bavo Stevens was a Junior Research Fellow at the UNU Institute on Globalization, Culture and Mobility (UNU-GCM).
Expert
Marino Tommaso Dezulian
Marino Tommaso Dezulian
Expert
Muhammad Asim Shoaib
Muhammad Asim Shoaib
Expert
Elisha Acheampong Darko
Elisha Acheampong Darko
Expert
Adriana Catherine Bohorquez Diaz
Adriana Catherine Bohorquez Diaz
Expert
Nabiyya Perennia
Nabiyya Perennia
Project
E-learning Course on Human Mobility in the Context of Climate Change
Building capacity in students, policymakers and practitioners through an interactive course on human mobility in the context of climate change
Expert
Prof. Stefan Reis
Stefan Reis is a freelance environmental scientist working on the complex interactions between human and ecosystem health.
News
UN Scientists Warn That Over 60% of Developing Countries Face Overlapping Socioeconomic and Water Security Challenges, Affecting 2 Billion People
One-third of the Global South nations are trapped in a triple crisis of poor water quality, high poverty and gender inequality, UNU report reveals