UNU-IAS conferences, symposiums, workshops and seminars bring together a diverse array of international experts, businesspeople, community leaders and students to discuss topics related to sustainability. Held at UNU headquarters in Tokyo, in other locations across the globe and online, these events advance debate, raise public awareness, and develop networks for research and policy development.
Upcoming Events
Previous Events
Event
GIAHS International Study Programme 2025 Presentation
WAJIMA, JAPAN & ONLINE: This event will feature student presentations on Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems in Italy and Japan.
Side Event
The Belém Health Action Plan: Accelerating Action on Climate Justice and Health
BELÉM, BRAZIL: This COP30 side event will explore the interlinkages between health, justice and climate change, highlighting the health co-benefits of climate action.
Event
Publication Launch: "Greening Communities Guidance: Lifelong Learning for Climate and Sustainability Action"
ONLINE: This event will launch a new publication on the role of cities and local communities in advancing climate action through lifelong learning.
Event
3rd Annual Meeting of the Greening Education Partnership
BELÉM, BRAZIL & ONLINE: This event will discuss the central role of education in climate action and showcase initiatives driving system-wide transformation.
Training
Climate Classroom @COP30: Learning for Climate Action
ONLINE: This free class will explore how education can foster agency, empower communities and inspire collaboration for climate action.
Conference
14th Global RCE Conference
OKAYAMA, JAPAN & ONLINE: Celebrating 20 years of impact and innovation by the Regional Centres of Expertise on Education for Sustainable Development.
Event
OECMs As a Potential Avenue for Strengthening the Contributions of Non-state Actors
ABU DHABI & ONLINE: This session at the IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025 will explore biodiversity conservation efforts by Indigenous Peoples, local communities and private organizations.
Event
How Do Socio-Ecological Production Landscapes and Seascapes (SEPLS) Promote the Nexus Approach? Integrating Theory and Practice
ONLINE: This session of the 2025 International Forum for Sustainable Asia and the Pacific will explore the role of SEPLS in advancing the Nexus Approach.
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