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

Conference
14th Global RCE Conference
Previous Events
Side Event
Actions to Strengthen Synergies between the Paris Agreement on Climate Change and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
On 10 November 2022, UNU-IAS will organise a side event at the UN Climate Change Conference 2022 (UNFCCC COP27) at the Japan Pavilion.
Side Event
Transformative Pathways for Climate Action through Open and Citizen Science and Youth Empowerment
A side event of UNFCCC COP27 will explore scientific knowledge, cooperation & capacity building for transformative action on climate change & the SDGs
Event
Tourism and the SDGs — Local Food and Sustainable Development
On 26 October 2022 UNU-IAS will host an online seminar on the topic Tourism and the SDGs — Local Food and Sustainable Development.
Event
Interlinkages between Paris Agreement and SDGs: Global and Local Initiatives
UNU-IAS will join an online symposium on the interlinkages between the Paris Agreement and the SDGs and practical actions.
Event
11th Americas RCE Regional Meeting
The meeting will be hosted by the RCE Salisbury (Regional Centre of Expertise on Education for Sustainable Development).
Event
Second Symposium on Community-based Activities and Governance for Seascape Restoration
UNU-IAS will host an online symposium on community-based activities and governance for seascape restoration.
Symposium
Second Symposium on Community-based Activities and Governance for Seascape Restoration
UNU-IAS will co-organise an online symposium on community-based activities and governance for seascape restoration.
Event
The Role of Higher Education in Transforming Climate Education & Environment Lifelong Learning for All
An event will be held as part of the Transforming Education Summit at UN headquarters in New York on transformative climate education.
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