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
Development of NatCat Risk Profile Reports for ASEAN Member States (AMS)
This project will produce Risk Profile Reports for ASEAN member states that assess risk appetite and finance capacity for recovery from disasters.
Project
Transformative Climate Action using Participatory data driven decision making platforms (T-CAP)
This project aims to enhance local actors' capacity for collaborative & transformative climate actions by using data-driven decision-making platforms.
News
Highlights: UNU-IAS at the UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development 2022
Our contributions to the global policy dialogue on the SDGs.
Event
United Nations University ICT Retreat 2022
UNU-EGOV will host the 2022 edition of the United Nations University ICT Retreat.
Event
Partnership in Action for Well-being: The Satoyama Initiative and Building Back Better
A side event at the 2022 HLPF will discuss the role of the Satoyama Initiative in achieving the SDGs and recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Side Event
Working Together for Everyone’s Well-being: The Satoyama Initiative and Building Back Better
This side event will highlight the role of the Satoyama Initiative in achieving the SDGs and recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Event
What is the Role of Financial Sanctions in Tackling Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking?
Launch of a new report by the FAST Initiative: What is the Role of Financial Sanctions in Tackling Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking?
Event
Implementing the Paris Agreement in Developing Countries — A Dialogue with Dr Yannick Glemarec
UNU-IAS will host an event on challenges & opportunities to promote implementation of the Paris Agreement on climate change in developing countries.
Article
Indonesia’s Young People Are Taking on Big Tobacco
Indonesian youth are pushing against tobacco use in the only South-East Asian country that is not a signatory to the WHO's tobacco control framework.
Event
Climate Action and the SDGs — Closing Gaps and Strengthening Synergies
A side event of the 2022 HLPF will discuss gaps and needs in knowledge about synergies and trade-offs between climate change and sustainable development.