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).
Journal Article
Media Coverage
To Stay Relevant in 2026, the U.N. Must Look Outward
In World Politics Review, Adam Day examines why the UN must prioritize great power deconfliction to remain effective as global tensions rise.
Blog Post
(Im)mobility aspirations in the context of remote work
New research on how “anywhere jobs” influence migration, mobility and global labour markets.
News
UNU-INWEH and the African Union of Broadcasting Partner to Strengthen African Media Capacity on Water and Environmental Reporting
The partnership amplify African media voices, turning data into insight, and building capacity to tell inclusive, field-based water stories
Person
Announcement
Strategic Pause to Open Calls in 2026
UNU-BIOLAC will not call for academic proposals in 2026 while the Programme reforms certain aspects of its operations.
Event
Science Talk: Social Network Analysis
Disinformation Networks in Public Health
Event
IPSI-10 Public Forum: Conservation in Mountain Landscapes and Sustainable Ecotourism
RIOBAMBA, ECUADOR & ONLINE: A public forum of the Tenth Global Conference of the International Partnership for the Satoyama Initiative.