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
Project
Flexible Office: Concept for Resource Optimisation (FLORES)
This project at UNU FLORES seeks to make a significant shift from fixed desks assigned to each employee to spaces designed according to functions and needs
Multimedia
Video: UNU-INRA, WASCAL LANDSURF Dissemination Workshop.
An interview with INRA researcher, Barbara Baidoo during dissemination workshop.
Blog Post
UN80 should help solve long-term problems before they become irreversible catastrophes
As a cash-strapped UN rushes to come up with a reform plan to carry on its missions with fewer resources, it risks settling for quick fixes.
News
Community-Led Solutions for Biodiversity and Sustainable Development
A side event of the 2025 UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development showcased solutions to foster socio-ecological resilience
News
In the Field with Lina Rodriguez: Documenting Successful Adaptation in Mountain Regions
How are Andean communities adapting to climate change? Join our expert in the field to uncover local solutions.
Blog Post
From Numbers to People: A Liberian Public Servant's Journey through the MPP
In this blog, Sie Anderson reflects on his journey from Liberia’s accounting department to UNU-MERIT’s MPP program and shares his future aspirations.
News
Connecting Decent Work to Sustainable Growth
UNU-CPR's Dr. Nicole Goldin intervenes at the 2025 UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development.
Seminar
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.
Article
Catastrophic Texas Flood as Science Warned but Sirens Stayed Silent
Robust, locally implemented communication infrastructure and preparedness protocols is vital to ensure protection from catastrophic disaster
Project
Resource Nexus Analytics, Informatics and Data (AID)
The programme aims to enable the Resource Nexus approach to integrated resource management and sustainable development, and to turn UNU-FLORES into the global hub for Resource Nexus Analytics, Informatics, and Data.