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
BIG IDEAS Series
UNICRI Lessons from Conflict Zones
On 26 April 2023, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Antonia Marie De Meo, Director of UNICRI.
News
Five Things Japanese High School Students Want from the G7
On 25 March 2023, over 170 Japanese high school students gathered online and at UNU for a Y7 Summit outreach event titled, “G7 High School Summit."
News
Challenges to, and Best Practices for Implementing the SDGs — on a Mission along the Textile Supply Chain to Achieve the 2030 Agenda
Recent field visits in Southeast Asia aimed to gain insights into the sustainable practices carried out along the textile supply chain.
Project
Governance Models for Collaboration and Coordination in Public Sector Digital Transformation
The research project aims to develop a theory and a model of governance for e-Governance collaboration and coordination in different contexts.
Staff
Prof. Tshilidzi Marwala
Prof. Tshilidzi Marwala is the Rector of the United Nations University and Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations.
News
23rd Workshop and Symposium of the SDG-Universities Platform
The event discussed transformational changes in higher education to achieve the SDGs.
Article
How the Bottled Water Industry is Masking the Global Water Crisis
A UNU study of 109 countries concluded that growth of the bottled water industry is hindering efforts to provide reliable drinking water for all.
Expert
Kim Young Sik
Kim YoungSik is a Senior Associate Expert at the United Nations University (UNU-EGOV) since 2022.
Event
T7 Japan Summit
The summit will highlight measures to promote greater collaboration between the G7 and the Global South and seek to bridge G7–G20 action.
News
The UN Water Conference 2023: Reflecting on a New Milestone for Sustainable Water Management
The topics and global scale of representation makes the UN Water Conference particularly significant.