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
News
HLPF Side Event Discusses Ocean Plastic Pollution and Human Health
UNU convened experts at the 2025 UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development in New York to strengthen efforts on SDG 3 and SDG 14
News
In the Field with Lina Rodriguez: Documenting Successful Adaptation in Mountain Regions
How are Andean communities adapting to climate change? Join our expert in the field to uncover local solutions.
Blog Post
From Numbers to People: A Liberian Public Servant's Journey through the MPP
In this blog, Sie Anderson reflects on his journey from Liberia’s accounting department to UNU-MERIT’s MPP program and shares his future aspirations.
News
Connecting Decent Work to Sustainable Growth
UNU-CPR's Dr. Nicole Goldin intervenes at the 2025 UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development.
Seminar
Webinar: Launch of the Gender Transformation for Africa Supplement in the African Journal of Reproductive Health
The webinar marks the launch of a supplement exploring gaps in knowledge and practice around the operationalisation of GTAs across diverse contexts.
Article
Catastrophic Texas Flood as Science Warned but Sirens Stayed Silent
Robust, locally implemented communication infrastructure and preparedness protocols is vital to ensure protection from catastrophic disaster
Project
Resource Nexus Analytics, Informatics and Data (AID)
The programme aims to enable the Resource Nexus approach to integrated resource management and sustainable development, and to turn UNU-FLORES into the global hub for Resource Nexus Analytics, Informatics, and Data.
Expert
Dian Maria Blandina
Dian Maria Blandina is an Indonesian primary care physician and health policy researcher focused on the political economy of health and global health governance.
Blog Post
One Year, Many Journey- Marking the Close of a Dynamic Academic Year
MPP Director Dr Elaine Lebon-McGregor reflects on a transformative academic year, highlighting key milestones across all specialisations.
News
UNU Co-hosts Opening Ceremony for Exhibition Commemorating Hiroshima and Nagasaki Bombings
The event brought together civic leaders, government representatives and a bomb survivor to reaffirm commitments to peace.