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Farhan Latif
Farhan is a Research Fellow at the United Nations University Institute in Macau. Farhan’s work explores how digital technology intersects with various aspects of sustainability, with a particular focus on the future of work.
News
In Memoriam: Dr. David M. Malone, Former United Nations University Rector
Born in Ottawa, Canada on 7 February 1954, Rector Malone passed away on 24 November 2025 in Victoria, Canada.
Event
Imarisha Webinar | Rethinking How We Address Gendered Workplace Violence in Primary Healthcare Settings: Open Dialogue with Abi Badru
Held during 16 Days of Activism against GBV, the webinar aims to explore how to address the gender dimensions of workplace violence in PHC settings
News
Dr. David M. Malone, Former United Nations University Rector, Passes On
Born in Ottawa, Canada on 7 February 1954, Rector Malone passed away on 24 November 2025 in Victoria, Canada.
Blog Post
Analysing complex challenges: UNU-MERIT concludes a successful intensive course on Agent-Based Modelling.
A week-long ABM course at UNU-MERIT gave PhD students practical tools to model complex dynamics and address today’s global challenges.
News
In Memoriam: Dr. David M. Malone, Former United Nations University Rector
Born in Ottawa, Canada on 7 February 1954, Rector Malone passed away on 24 November 2025 in Victoria, Canada.
Event
Youth Ocean Summit
TOKYO: This event will discuss the sustainability of the marine environment, focusing on youth-led marine conservation initiatives.
Article
Intersectional Youth Participation in Peacebuilding
Luisa Kern explores how diverse identities shape young people’s roles, challenges and inclusion in peacebuilding initiatives.
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National Mechanisms for Youth Inclusion in Peacebuilding
How national youth councils and action plans can connect local youth engagement to national and regional peacebuilding.
ITU Academy Training Centre
Masterclass: Advancing digital transformation and the SDGs through innovation
A masterclass on the forces behind innovation and its role in shaping economies and societies.