Applications Open for the 2023 UNU-IAS Master’s and Doctoral Programmes

The deadline for applications is 17 February 2023.

Ms. Joan Sawe

Ms. Joan Sawe is the Director of Administration (D2) at the United Nations University.

Trapped Sediment Robbing World’s Large Dams of Vital Water Storage Capacity

The global loss from original dam capacity roughly equals the annual water use of India, China, Indonesia, France and Canada combined.

Dr. Sawako Shirahase

Sawako Shirahase is a Project Professor at the Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences, the University of Tokyo. 

Dr. David Malone

Dr. David M. Malone is Rector of the United Nations University and Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations.

Dr. Sabine Becker-Thierry

Sabine Becker is the Director of the United Nations University (UNU) Office in Paris. 

Earth Shattering: Financial Engagement at the Nexus of Modern Slavery and Natural Resources in Africa

Promoting synchronized action to tackle risks and abuses in cocoa production and gold mining value chains in Ghana.

From Despair to Hope? Securing Rights for Haitian Migrants in the New Brazil

As Lula is sworn in as President, we reflect on what his election might mean for Haitians and other migrants living in Brazil.

Xolisile Khanyile

Addressing the Continuing Threat of Modern Slavery in Africa

What are the measures the financial sector can take to address human trafficking and modern slavery risks in Africa?