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

Symposium
SDG–UP Public Symposium

Conference
14th Global RCE Conference
Previous Events
Event
Climate Change and Water Security: A Global, Regional and Local Approach to Resilience
ONLINE: Commemorating World Water Day 2025, this event will discuss the challenges and solutions related to water security in the context of climate change adaptation.
Symposium
Supporting the Recovery of Noto Peninsula: Building Disaster-resilient Communities
KANAZAWA & ONLINE: This international symposium will share insights on disaster recovery and prevention, drawing on case studies from Japan and the world.
Symposium
Women, Peace and Security: Mongolia, a Feminist-oriented Foreign Policy
TOKYO: On 3 March 2025, UNU will host a public symposium in partnership with the Embassy of Mongolia in Japan.
Event
Noto Satoyama Satoumi Talk #3
TOKYO: This event will discuss the impact of natural disasters on agricultural communities in Noto Peninsula, Ishikawa, Japan.
Event
Noto Satoyama Satoumi Talk #2
TOKYO: This event will highlight sustainable agriculture initiatives and disaster recovery efforts in Noto Peninsula, Ishikawa, Japan.
Event
Second AEON SATOYAMA Forum
TOKYO & ONLINE: This event will discuss the satoyama model for sustainable living and biodiversity conservation.
Event
SDGs Café — Wells as an Emergency Water Source: What’s Their Potential?
ONLINE: This event will discuss the role of wells in securing water access during natural disasters, focusing on case studies from Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan.
Event
CBD COP16 & UNFCCC COP29 Debrief: Youth Empowerment for Biodiversity & Climate
TOKYO: This event will discuss the outcomes of the 2024 UN biodiversity and climate conferences and youth participation in international decision-making processes.
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