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
Comprehensive Innovation for Sustainable Development
On 20 September 2022, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Dr Bartel Van de Walle, Director of UNU-MERIT.
Event
Second Symposium on Community-based Activities and Governance for Seascape Restoration
UNU-IAS will host an online symposium on community-based activities and governance for seascape restoration.
Symposium
Second Symposium on Community-based Activities and Governance for Seascape Restoration
UNU-IAS will co-organise an online symposium on community-based activities and governance for seascape restoration.
Project
Supporting the functioning of food markets by facilitating timely access to market information
The project will leverage digital technologies to collect food and price data to monitor the actual cost of living of vulnerable groups in Mozambique.
Event
Event : Women And Water: On The Frontline Of Climate Change
Women confront the impacts of climate change every day yet lack decision-making power to influence climate finance commitments to water security.
Event
Partnering on Peacebuilding, Climate, and Security in the Sahel Region: Opportunities and Lessons Learned
This high-level side event to the UN General Assembly took stock of recent learning on climate-security and peacebuilding.
Event
The Role of Higher Education in Transforming Climate Education & Environment Lifelong Learning for All
An event will be held as part of the Transforming Education Summit at UN headquarters in New York on transformative climate education.
Project
Scoping and recommendations related to gender language, and documenting good practice in engaging civil society
This project will contribute to WHO's work to address health inequities and strengthen the capacity of health experts in delivering on global health.
Event
UNU-IAS OUIK SDGs Café 20 — Inclusive Disaster Risk Management
UNU-IAS will organise the 20th SDGs Café on inclusive disaster risk management.
News
Workshops Engage Youth to Safeguard Intangible Cultural Heritage in Luang Prabang
The Youth Ambassadors' Forum promotes sustainable development and safeguarding intangible cultural heritages.