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
Event
Political Practice of Peacekeeping: Publication Launch Event
This event launched a United Nations University Centre for Policy Research and Stimson Center joint publication on peacekeeping.
Event
Sustainable Finance’s Role in Reducing Modern Slavery: COVID-19’s Lessons on Protecting the Most Vulnerable
This virtual webinar explored the role of sustainable finance in addressing modern slavery and human trafficking with a focus on the COVID-19 era.
Event
Expert Roundtable: From Political Commitment to Politically-Driven Practice
This expert roundtable examined the translation of Security Council mandates into political strategies by peace operations.
Blog Post
On Women’s Rights, the Security Council Should Stay Strong
On its 20th anniversary, we explain how UN Security Council 1325 on Women, Peace and Security supports women's rights.
News
The Inaugural AI Expert Consultation Meeting Recap: 'What’s Next for AI in Africa?'
Three domains should be prioritised in the region, according to the participants: agriculture, healthcare and education.
Project
Web Accessibility for People with Disabilities
Enhance web accessibility in Georgia for people with disabilities by formulating guidelines and testing practices, based on global benchmarks and stakeholder consultations, to support compliance with the UN Convention on Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
Expert
Kamol Gomes
Kamol Gomes is a Doctoral Researcher in the Joint PhD Programme in Integrated Management of Water, Soil, and Waste between Technische Universität Dresden and UNU-FLORES.
Event
UN Day Open House to Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the United Nations
UNU Macau will open its heritage building for an afternoon of activities and workshops on the Sustainable Development Goals.
Blog Post
Who is Being Left Behind in COVID-19 Data?
Besides marginalisation that occurs in the COVID-19 data collection phase, marginalisation and exclusion may also occur in the data analysis phase.
Media Coverage
With Armed Groups on the Rise, Youth Engagement is More Important than Ever
The rise of armed groups during the COVID-19 pandemic.