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
Project
High-Level Advisory Board on Effective Multilateralism
Concrete and practical recommendations for strengthening global governance
Project
Earth Shattering: Financial Engagement at the Nexus of Modern Slavery and Natural Resources in Africa
Promoting synchronized action to tackle risks and abuses in cocoa production and gold mining value chains in Ghana.
Project
Thematic Review on Climate-Security and Peacebuilding
Identifying entry points and pathways for building peace and mitigating conflict in climate-affected and fragile environments.
Project
Access to Justice for Migrants in the Global South
Understanding and addressing the injustices faced by migrants in the Global South
Project
Finance Against Slavery and Trafficking
FAST mobilizes the financial sector to address modern slavery and human trafficking
Project
Stress Testing the UN’s Regional Prevention Approaches
This project was driven by the key question: How can the UN better integrate its regional prevention work to more effectively respond to major crises?
Project
A Breakthrough for People and Planet
Building Momentum for the Summit of the Future and Beyond.
Project
XCEPT Conflict Response: Multi-Actor Interventions in Cross-Border Conflict Contexts
Conducting research on coalition, multilateral, and coordinated interventions in varied cross-border conflict contexts.
Event
Europe RCE Regional Meeting
ONLINE: On 12–14 September, UNU-IAS will co-organize the Europe RCE Regional Meeting under the theme Transformative Education for Sustainable Regions.
Article
Militarization of AI Has Severe Implications for Global Security and Warfare
As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, the need for effective governance mechanisms to manage its use, and mitigate potential hazards, grows.