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Research and academic activities aligned with every Sustainable Development Goal

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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.
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Media Coverage 24 May 2024

Leveraging Education & Innovation for a Circular Economy

An article on GlobalDev Blog discusses how education and innovation can support sustainable management of resources.

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The Peacebuilding Architecture Review: Building and Sustaining Peace in 2025 and Beyond

TOKYO: On 30 May 2024, UNU will host a conversation with Elizabeth Spehar, UN Assistant Secretary-General for Peacebuilding Support.

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SCIENCE TALK: Community Clean Energy: Lessons from the Oakland EcoBlock

improving resilience, sustainability, and quality of life through in-home energy and water-efficient upgrades, electrification, solar installations, and energy storage

News 23 May 2024

10 Years - Celebration Event

UNU-EGOV's anniversary celebration event at the Centro Cultural Vila Flor in Guimarães.

News 23 May 2024

Side Event Calls for Inclusive Land Management to Safeguard Biodiversity and Livelihoods

The session was held at the 26th meeting of the Subsidiary Body on Scientific, Technical and Technological Advice (SBSTTA 26) of the CBD in Nairobi.

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One Hundred Years of the International Drug Prohibition Regime in Latin America

TOKYO: On 18 June 2024, UNU will host a conversation with Mónica Serrano, Professor of International Relations at El Colegio de México.

Media Coverage 22 May 2024

UNU-EHS Featured in UN News: Accelerating Extinction Rate Triggers Domino Effect of Biodiversity Loss

UNU-EHS was featured on UN News for highlighting urgent action needed to address accelerating extinctions.

News 22 May 2024

Symposium Highlights Collaborative Efforts for Noto Peninsula Reconstruction

The event highlighted the importance of cooperation across generations, sectors and regions for a sustainable recovery from the 2024 Noto Earthquake.

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Lessons from Japanese Education and Health Care

On 10 June 2024, UNU will host a conversation with Prof. Roger Goodman, Warden of St Antony’s College.

Report 22 May 2024

From Voices to Action: Co-Creating GBV Strategies in Malaysia

UNU-IIGH and UNFPA's dialogue in Kuala Lumpur on GBV in Malaysia focused on inclusivity and survivor-centric approaches, enhancing support systems.