The University shall devote its work to research into the pressing global problems of human survival, development and welfare that are the concern of the United Nations and its agencies.
People — topics on improving lives of people everywhere
Planet — topics on preserving and improving our environment and natural resources
Prosperity — topics on building a sustainable and fulfilling future
Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies
UNU Council Member
Prof. Brenda Yeoh
Professor Brenda S.A. Yeoh is a Singaporean scholar and expert in the fields of migration, social geography, and the politics of space in colonial and post-colonial cities.
Project
Flexible Office: Concept for Resource Optimisation (FLORES)
This project at UNU FLORES seeks to make a significant shift from fixed desks assigned to each employee to spaces designed according to functions and needs
Event
UNU-MERIT Internal Conference 2024
Join the 2024 UNU-MERIT Internal Conference on Sept 26-27
Event
11th MACIMIDE Annual Work Conference
Join the 11th MACIMIDE Conference on migration and development, Sept 23, 2024.
News
UNU Macau Digital Technology and Sustainable Development Talent Programme Summer Camp Kicks Off
This Summer Camp will be held July 22-26, 2024 at the United Nations University Institute in Macau.
News
UNU-MERIT’s CDO programmes contribute to SBE’s Financial Times executive education ranking
A successful collaboration between UNU-MERIT and the Maastricht University School of Business and Economics (SBE).
Media Coverage
Harnessing AI for Sustainability and Higher Education
University World News article features UNU-IAS expert comments on opportunities and challenges for AI to advance sustainability and higher education.
News
Catalysing the Digital Future: Here’s What Happened at Our ITU Summer School
Highlights from the five-day training programme on digital transformation
News
MPP Closing Ceremony 2024: Celebrating the End of an Academic Journey
On Tuesday, 25 June, we celebrated the achievements of our 2023-24 MPP cohort at the annual Closing Ceremony.
News
A Year in Maastricht: Parting Words From Our 2023-24 MPP Student Ambassadors
Our 2023-24 MPP Student Ambassadors, Kendra Larach, Lucas Boh, and Carmen Duran, reflect on their experiences as MPP students.