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
Announcement
Next Course: “Metabarcoding and Shotgun Metagenomics: applications for Environmental, Agricultural and Health Research”, November 2024.
Apply for a scholarship to participate in the course coordinated by Dr. Juan Pablo Cárdenas at Universidad Mayor (Santiago, Chile).
Expert
Gioia Emidi
Gioia Emidi
Series
5 Things to Expect at the Bonn Climate Change Conference
The Bonn Climate Change Conference is taking place from 3-14 June in Bonn, Germany.
Press Release
UNU-IAS and AEON Environmental Foundation to Expand Cooperation on Global Sustainability
UNU-IAS and the AEON Environmental Foundation signed a MOU on collaboration to advance global sustainability.
Collection
What Works in Gender and Health in the United Nations – Case Study Series
Explore gender mainstreaming in health across five UN agencies, detailing 14 case studies of programmatic and institutional achievements.
Advisory Committee Member
Payal Arora
Payal Arora is a Professor of Inclusive AI Cultures at Utrecht University and Co-founder of FemLab. A digital anthropologist, she has two decades of experience working with low-income communities to inform inclusive designs and policies. Author of award-winning books like "The Next Billion Users," she is recognized by Forbes and has consulted for major organizations like Google, UNESCO, and Spotify.
Advisory Committee Member
Marielza Oliveira
Marielza Oliveira was the Director of UNESCO’s Division for Digital Inclusion, Policies, and Transformation, supporting member states in digital inclusion and transformation. She served in various advisory and representative roles within UNESCO and other international internet governance bodies. Previously, she also led UNESCO’s East Asia office and held various positions in UNDP and other organizations, with extensive experience in governance, data analytics, and education.
Advisory Committee Member
Maria Marques
She has been a full professor at the Faculty of Economics of the University of Coimbra since 2003 and a permanent researcher at the Center for Social Studies of that faculty since 1979. She served as the Minister of the Presidency and Administrative Modernization in the XXI Constitutional Government of Portugal.
News
Session Calls for Integrating Quality Education in Promoting Sustainable Consumption
A session of the 19th International Conference on Waste Management and Technology highlighted the crucial link between education and sustainability.
Announcement
Applications Open: Moving the Migration Policy Agenda Forward Programme
Scholarship applications are being accepted until 29 June for the 2024 MMPAF programme.