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
Event
“Policymaking to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals”— Japan Times Roundtable
UNU-IAS expert will be interviewed at Japan Times Roundtable and discuss the policymaking in sustainability.
News
Monash University and UNU Macau Sign MOU to Advance Critical Technologies
The MOU will focus on cooperation and collaboration in research, and multi-stakeholder consultations and participation in Southeast Asia.
Article
The US Abortion Decision is Already Having Global Impacts
The US Supreme Court’s decision ignores public health and the plethora of data that demonstrates the harms caused by these sorts of restrictions.
News
TICAD8 Side Event Discusses Investment in Knowledge and Innovation for a New Africa
The side event at the Eighth Tokyo International Conference on African Development focused on research collaboration between Africa and Japan.
Conference
Opening Ceremony: Poster Exhibition Commemorating the Hiroshima and Nagasaki Bombings
UNU will join partners for the opening ceremony of the Virtual Poster Exhibition commemorating 77 years since the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings.
Announcement
Accepting Applications: UNU-WIDER Visiting PhD Fellowships and Visiting Scholars
UNU-WIDER is accepting applications until 30 September for its Visiting PhD Fellowship Programme and Visiting Scholars Programme.
News
Visit of the Ambassador of Egypt to UNU-EGOV
Visit of the Egyptian Ambassador to Portugal to UNU-EGOV.
Press Release
New UN University report reveals solutions to reduce the impacts of disasters
Interconnected Disaster Risks 2021/2022 released today. Finds that not only root causes but also the solutions of disasters are interconnected.
Event
Charite Summer School 2022: Colonial Continuities in International Health
Exploring Colonial Continuities in International Health: Charité Summer School 2022. Join insightful discussions.
BIG IDEAS Series
The Good Jobs Challenge in Developing Countries
On 30 August 2022, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Prof. Kunal Sen, Director of UNU-WIDER.