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
Press Release
Media Advisory: UNU-EHS experts available for interviews at COP29
On site in Baku, United Nations University scientists can explain negotiations, provide background and contextualize many of the big debates.
Capacity Development
Application: Evidence-Based Policy Research Methods (EPRM)
The application of EPRM can be done as a full programme or through a modular sign-up.
News
UNU-MERIT at COP29
An overview of our institute's contributions to the discussions at the 2024 UN Climate Change Conference (COP29), starting next week in Azerbaijan.
News
Global Collaboration to Combat Plastic
UNU-FLORES and the Korea Environment Corporation Partner on the TRANS-PLAST project
Seminar
The Use of Embedded Indicators as a Means to Assess the Impact of eGovernment Systems on Good Governance
Seminar given by Driss Kettani, professor at Al Akhawayn University.
News
COP16 Side Event Spotlights Community Action for Biodiversity
A side event of the 2024 UN Biodiversity Conference showcased local initiatives for biodiversity and resilience supported by the COMDEKS programme.
Conversation Series
Trends and Developments in Global Health in Africa
TOKYO: On 14 November 2024, UNU will host a conversation with Professor Wim de Villiers, Rector and Vice-Chancellor of Stellenbosch University, South Africa.
Project
VerFarming Weisswasser
This project explores innovative approaches to local food production through vertical farming in the Lusatian region.