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
Media Coverage
SDGs–Universities Platform Featured in Chunichi Shimbun Newspaper
The article highlighted SDG–UP activities to promote and integrate the SDGs into all aspects of higher education in Japan.
Project
Governing Uncertainty
Surveying major trends that will shape the future of global governance over the next 30 years.
News
UNU Senior Vice-Rector Taikan Oki Awarded 2021 International Hydrology Prize
The recipient of the 2021 International Hydrology Prize (Dooge medal) is Prof. Taikan Oki of Japan, UNU Senior Vice-Rector.
Event
Peacebuilding and Authoritarianism: The Unintended Consequences of International Engagement in Post-Conflict Settings - Report Launch
In this virtual launch event of Peacebuilding and Authoritarianism, experts responded to a new UNU-CPR report on peacebuilding.
Event
UNU Gender and Health Hub Launch
Seeking to increase uptake and investment in effective strategies to address gender inequalities in health systems and health outcomes.
Article
Ghana’s Lockdown Hit Vulnerable Workers Hard: What Needs to Happen Next Time
Future virus containment policies will need to be coupled with protective measures that prevent the most vulnerable workers from being left behind.
Event
The Garment Industry in Bangladesh Under COVID-19
Sanchita Banerjee Saxena joins the WIDER Webinar Series to discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on garment workers in Bangladesh.
News
Call for Entries: Sustainable Development Photo and Video Storytelling
UNU-FLORES is inviting photographers and videographers of all levels to submit stories that relate to the Resource Nexus.
News
Call for Papers: COVID-19 and Development – Effects and New Realities for the Global South
UNU-WIDER is accepting papers until 15 April 2021 for its annual WIDER Development Conference.
Seminar
Value of Water in the Era of the SDGs
Analysing different roles and values of water, and how these values can be synthesized to achieve SDG 6 (clean water and sanitation).