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
Blog Post
Measuring Illicit Activities: Will It Be Worth the Trouble?
The proposed Sustainable Development Goals call for detailed monitoring of global illicit activities, but will it be worth it?
Blog Post
Towards the 2015 NPT Review Conference
The eighth Review Conference of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty and whether it was as successful as accounts suggest.
Project
It’s Broke, So Fix It: Peacebuilding
Tackling the Peacebuilding Commission’s (PBC’s) lack of a purpose.
Project
Intrastate-based Armed Conflicts: Overview of Global and Regional Trends (1990-2013)
A disaggregation of the data of major recent trends in violent conflict by levels of conflict intensity, subregions, and countries.
Media Coverage
Now is the Time to Strengthen Japan-India Ties
India and Japan have a number of converging or complementary interests that should push them towards a closer partnership.
News
Workshop Shares Results of 2013 Leadership Training Programme in Africa
On 19 June 2014, UNU-IAS held a reporting session on the Global Leadership Training Programme in Africa.
Media Coverage
Striving for Success: Will we Agree When it’s Achieved?
The Millennium Development Goals and the Sustainable Development Goals have changed the ways in which we view global development.
Expert
Dr. Mahesti Okitasari
Mahesti Okitasari is a Consultant at UNU-IAS.
Project
Examining Major Recent Trends in Violent Conflict
Contributions and insight on major recent trends in violent conflict for the High-Level Independent Panel on Peace Operations.
Event
Southeast Asia in Transition: Re-Thinking Education, Science and Culture for Regional Integration
UNU-IAS will contribute to the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) Congress to be held on 21–22 October 2014 in Bangkok.