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
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UNU-IAS OUIK SDGs Café 20 — Inclusive Disaster Risk Management
UNU-IAS will organise the 20th SDGs Café on inclusive disaster risk management.
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“Policymaking to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals”— Japan Times Roundtable
UNU-IAS expert will be interviewed at Japan Times Roundtable and discuss the policymaking in sustainability.
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Knowledge and Innovation: Investment for a New Africa
UNU-IAS will co-organise a session at the Eighth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD8) to be held in Tunis, Tunisia.
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Knowledge and Innovation: Investment for a New Africa
Seeking potential partnerships for science, technology, and investment in water, energy, material sciences, biotechnology, health and ICT between Africa and Japan.
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Valuing Water in Asia: Tools and Strategies
This session will explore economic valuation methods for water and their applications in Asia based on research and regional project experiences.
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Valuing Water in Asia: Tools and Strategies
An online session at World Water Week 2022 will discuss economic valuation methods for water and their applications in Asia for better policies and strategies for water management.
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RCE Youth Webinar: Art, Actions, and Perspectives for Biodiversity Conservation
RCE Youth Webinar online will feature youth-led activities on biodiversity conservation and sustainable development.
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RCE Youth Webinar: Art, Actions, and Perspectives for Biodiversity Conservation
This online event will highlight youth-led activities addressing issues of biodiversity conservation and sustainable development.
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