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News 10 Apr 2026

Event Explores Links Between Culture, Nature and Recovery in Noto Peninsula

The fifth Satoyama Satoumi Talk discussed the role of traditional culture in advancing post-disaster recovery and community resilience .

Media Coverage 09 Apr 2026

Japanese Newspaper Features 11th Youth Japan Environmental Activity Contest

Yomiuri SDGs Shimbun special edition highlighted the 11th Youth Japan Environmental Activity Contest.

Commentary 07 Apr 2026

The Middle East Conflict and Energy Security in Africa

Our expert Mark Akrofi calls for intra-Africa clean energy trade to alleviate energy security concerns on the continent.

News 31 Mar 2026

Mainstreaming Gender in Water and Sanitation Issues

A World Water Day event highlighted the need for rights-based, gender-responsive solutions to the water crisis.

News 30 Mar 2026

Youth Conference Explores Climate Justice

UNU-IAS Operating Unit in Kanazawa/Ishikawa hosted an event for high school students to discuss inclusive climate action.

News 18 Mar 2026

International Partnership for the Satoyama Initiative Holds Tenth Global Conference

Members convened in Ecuador to strengthen collaboration for sustainable landscapes and seascapes worldwide.

Announcement 16 Mar 2026

Global Youth MIDORI platform 2026 — Call for University Student Participants

Apply for a youth training programme to be held online in August 2026.

News 16 Mar 2026

Symposium Highlights Contributions of Japanese Universities to Advancing the SDGs

Members of the UNU SDG–Universities Platform shared good practices on their efforts to build a sustainable society.

News 13 Mar 2026

Experts Share Insights on Enhancing Resilience through Partnerships

A symposium explored multi-stakeholder partnerships in Japan that strengthen environmental and disaster resilience in communities.

News 11 Mar 2026

Event Discusses Partnerships for Disaster Recovery

A public talk highlighted the importance of multi-stakeholder collaboration for the resilient recovery of Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa, Japan.