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Highlights from the 2025 HLPF

Events & policy engagement at the UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development
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Tune in to the latest episode on how AI-driven digital transformations impact higher education.
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Higher Education Sustainability Progress

University World News article features UNU-IAS expert comments on the 2025 HESI Global Forum, challenges and the future of higher education.

25 Jul 2025

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HLPF Side Event Discusses Ocean Plastic Pollution and Human Health

UNU convened experts at the 2025 UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development in New York to strengthen efforts on SDG 3 and SDG 14

18 Jul 2025

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UNU-IAS Annual Report 2024

Highlights from last year, with special features on our 10th anniversary, youth empowerment and resilience.
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