UNU research focuses on the challenges faced by the United Nations and its Member States. Our current research portfolio supports all of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which were adopted by the UN General Assembly in 2015 to inspire global action to overcome the world’s biggest challenges.
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Public service system, development strategy of State portal, management model and usability, training and policy recommendations
Enhance Latvia's e-government via a seminar focusing on online usability, comparative analysis, digital strategies, and capacity building for improved public services.
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Ghana Climate Innovation Center (GCIC) Project
The GCIC provides a country-driven approach to addressing climate, energy, and resource challenges, and supporting economic development.
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Accelerating the implementation of water-related SDGs
This project aims to promote the use of Sustainable Development Goal 6 Policy Support System (SDG-PSS), a tool developed by UNU-INWEH and partners.
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Policy Monitoring on Digital Technology for Inclusive Education
Enhance lifelong learning for the disabled in Uganda through ICT, aligning with UN's 2030 goals and UNESCO policies, focusing on digital education inclusivity.
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Education System for Government Technology Leadership
Strengthen GCIOs' digital capabilities in government through educational enhancement, peer support, and strategic alignment, focusing on best practices and collaborative frameworks.
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Knowledge Society Policy Handbook
Promote global Knowledge Society construction through a comprehensive Policy Handbook, a digital sharing platform, and a collaborative policy community to foster effective strategies.
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Grant for Global Sustainability (GGS)
Supported by the Japanese MEXT, the project aims to enrich the partnership between research and educational institutes in Japan.
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MCII Contribution to the G7 Initiative on Climate Risk Insurance
This project assists the InsuResilience Secretariat in an appropriate design and the implementation of the G7 Climate Risk Insurance Initiative.
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Smart Cities for Sustainable Development
Enhance urban sustainability in developing regions by utilizing Smart Cities technology, addressing infrastructure, environmental, and social challenges through research and practical frameworks.
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Executive Training for Government Technology Leaders
Enhance Saudi Arabia's e-Government Action Plan through tailored executive IT training, focusing on practical challenges, skills enhancement, and inter-collaboration.