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.
Previous Events
Symposium
Acting Locally for Global Impact — Towards A World in Harmony with Nature through Collective Action
TOKYO: Celebrating International Day for Biological Diversity, this event will explore policy trends and initiatives that connect local action to global targets.
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Exploring Noto’s Recovery and Forest Restoration — Working with Nature to Build a Future
WAJIMA, JAPAN & ONLINE: To commemorate International Day for Biological Diversity, this event will explore sustainable forest management.
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Global Youth MIDORI platform 2026 Information Session (English)
ONLINE: This information session will provide an overview of the GYM youth capacity development programme and guidance on the application process.
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Global Youth MIDORI platform 2026 Information Session (Japanese)
ONLINE: This information session will provide an overview of the GYM youth capacity development programme and guidance on the application process.
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Noto Satoyama Satoumi Talk #5
TOKYO: This event will explore the role of traditional cultural practices in the post-disaster recovery of Notojima Island in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan.
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SDGs Café — High School Students’ Insights from COP30
ONLINE: This event will explore ways to empower local youth to meaningfully contribute to global climate action and decision-making.
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2026 Japan RCE Youth Meeting
KOBE, JAPAN: The 2026 Youth Meeting of Japan Regional Centers of Expertise on Education for Sustainable Development will be held on 21 March.
Seminar
World Water Day 2026: Water and Gender
ONLINE: Marking World Water Day 2026, this event will explore ways to mainstream gender in water and sanitation issues.
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