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Research and academic activities aligned with every Sustainable Development Goal

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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.
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People — topics on improving lives of people everywhere

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Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies

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Educational Mobility in Europe and Central Asia

On 19 October 2023, the UNU-WIDER Seminar Series will host a presentation by Ivan Torre.

Brief 17 Oct 2023

A Global Architecture for Artificial Intelligence

Consolidating key questions surrounding global AI governance.

Brief 17 Oct 2023

Lessons from Canada's Approach to Extending Financial Access to Survivors of Modern Slavery

Taking Canada’s financial access for survivors approach to the next level.

News 17 Oct 2023

In our flagship capacity development programme, more focus on peer learning

Here’s what participants have to say about our EPRM revamp

Announcement 16 Oct 2023

Call for Applications: Coordinate a Course in Biotechnology

UNU-BIOLAC is accepting applications for the organization of training courses (2024 edition).

Announcement 16 Oct 2023

Call for Applications: Research Fellowship in Biotechnology

UNU-BIOLAC is accepting applications for the 2024 Fellowship Programme.

Multimedia 16 Oct 2023

What is Disaster Displacement?

Riskepedia: What is disaster displacement? UNU-EHS expert Robert Oakes explains it in this #Riskepedia video!

Brief 14 Oct 2023

Understanding Climate-Related Mobility in Contexts of Urbanization

Recommendations to address the challenges of climate-related mobility in urban areas across the Global South.

Brief 14 Oct 2023

Accelerating Change: The Potential of Capital Market Actors in Addressing Modern Slavery

Insights, best practice examples, case studies, and recommendations to empower Capital Market Actors.

Brief 14 Oct 2023

Preventing and Reducing Modern Slavery Risks for Diverse men in Conflict and Crisis Through Increased Financial Inclusion

Protecting diverse men from the risk of modern slavery during conflicts and crises.