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
Conversation Series
Crime at a Crossroads: The New Dynamics Shaping Responses to Organized Crime
On 11 November 2025, UNU will host a conversation with Dr. Mark Shaw, Executive Director of the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.
Vacancy
Shareef Mohamed
Mohamed Shareef is a seasoned expert in digital transformation and digital public infrastructure (DPI) with over 20 years of experience driving impactful initiatives in small island developing states and the Asia-Pacific region.
News
The Tenth Cohort of Arab Water Professionals Graduated from the of UNU Diploma Program in IWRM offered by the UN Water Learning Center for the Arab Region
The graduation event marks another step forward in UNU-INWEH's contribution to driving progress toward SDG 6 and resilient regional policy solutions.
Report
Accelerating Defossilization
Proposals to implement the recommendations of the Special Rapporteur for Human Rights and Climate Change.
Expert
Rica Mae Ramirez
Rica Mae Ramirez
Expert
Andreia da Silva Rosa
Andreia da Silva Rosa
Article
Brazilian Delegation Visits UNU-FLORES for Post-Mining Exchange
Lusatia offers a case study for the benchmarking exercise
News
New Paper Explores How e-Participation Empowers Communities
The article explores how digital participation empowers communities and identifies key factors for effective engagement.
Seminar
Announcement
UNU Global AI Network Members
List of the UNU Global AI Network Members