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
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.
Expert
Bavo Stevens
Bavo Stevens was a Junior Research Fellow at the UNU Institute on Globalization, Culture and Mobility (UNU-GCM).
Seminar
My Shock Hit Differently: Political Favoritism and Fund Allocation after Hydrogeological Shocks
Our UNU-MERIT Seminar Series is pleased to promote an upcoming research seminar featuring Professor Giuseppe Maggio , Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Palermo, Italy.
Event
What Works in Gender and Health Webinar Series
Webinar series on what works in sharing evidence and lessons from gender-based violence (GBV) to human resources for health
Side Event
Women, Health and Gender equality: Commit, accelerate, scale up!
A UNGA side event, this webinar catalysed discussions on gender-transformative strategies in the COVID-19 recovery and beyond
Person
Person
Article
Know the Expert "Adegboyega Ojo" | October 2026
Read this interview with Adegboyega Ojo, the Canada Research Chair in Governance and Artificial Intelligence at Carleton University.
Media Coverage
UNU-EHS Liliana Narvaez Writes in EL PAÍS on Bringing Science Back to Communities
Science can have greater impact when it returns to the communities where research begins, creating dialogue between knowledge and lived experience.
Book Chapter
Multi-level Governance for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Governance: A Broad Synopsis
Disaster risk governance is a critical issue that requires a multi-level approach to effectively reduce the risk of disasters and enhance resilience.