News Stories
Blog Post
Share The Invisibility of Hidden Poverty: Reflections from a Social Protection Perspective
PhD fellow Nathalia Ramírez writes for socialprotection.org about hidden poverty and the need for more inclusive social protection systems.
Blog Post
From Numbers to People: A Liberian Public Servant's Journey through the MPP
In this blog, Sie Anderson reflects on his journey from Liberia’s accounting department to UNU-MERIT’s MPP program and shares his future aspirations.
Blog Post
One Year, Many Journey- Marking the Close of a Dynamic Academic Year
MPP Director Dr Elaine Lebon-McGregor reflects on a transformative academic year, highlighting key milestones across all specialisations.
Article
UNU and Maastricht University Renew Collaboration Agreement for UNU-MERIT
UNU and UM renewed their partnership for UNU-MERIT, securing a future-focused framework for global research, education, and policy engagement.
Blog Post
Reflections on capabilities in decisions to migrate or stay
Talitha Dubow reflect on why some migrants stay, return, or move again; showing how personal goals and real-life options shape these decisions.
Article
Data Matters: Enhancing Fair Recruitment through Smarter Indicators
Dr Elaine Lebon-McGregor reflects on the ILO Global Conference on Fair Recruitment
Blog Post
Frictions and Fault Lines: How Entrepreneurs and Financiers Drive the Circular Economy Transitions in Differing Geographical Contexts
Exploring how entrepreneurs and financiers navigate circular economy transitions, highlighting diverse strategies, challenges, & institutional change.
Blog Post
Reflections from UNIDO: Contributing to the 2026 Industrial Development Report
PhD fellow Rafael de la Vega reflects on his six-month sabbatical at UNIDO, contributing to the 2026 Industrial Development Report (IDR).
Article
European Youth Event: young activist fights poverty – Interview with Maria Nathalia Ramirez
European Youth Event: Interview with PHD fellow, Maria Nathalia Ramirez
Press Release
United Nations University and Maastricht University Appoint Prof Dr Fiona Tregenna of South Africa as Director of UNU-MERIT
Prof Dr Fiona Tregenna will begin her appointment as Director of UNU-MERIT on 5 January 2026.