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
Survivor Inclusion Initiative: Best Practice
This webinar discussed best practices relating to the Survivor Inclusion Initiative.
Project
Paving Pathways to Peace Talks with Sanctions Exemptions?
Outlining the existing constellation of exemptions related to peace talks and identifying implications for policy practitioners.
Media Coverage
Four Ways Biden Can Reinvigorate the UN
Four measures that President-elect Biden's incoming Administration can take to reinvigorate the UN.
Event
Regional Dialogue on Climate-Security in Northern Central America
This regional dialogue explored climate change and the nexus of poverty, social conflict, violence, and migration in Central America.
Project
Institutional legacies of violent conflict
This project aims to increase understanding of the long-term effects of institutional dynamics that develop during violent conflicts.
Event
Assessing the Enabling Environment of SDG 6 With Limited Evidence Through the SDG 6 Policy Support System
Assessing the Enabling Environment of SDG 6 with Limited Evidence through the SDG 6 Policy Support System
Project
Education for Sustainable Development - RCEs and ProSPER.Net
The aim of this project is to generate, accelerate and mainstream Education for Sustainable Development (ESD).
Article
Is COVID-19 Shifting Attitudes Towards Sustainability? A Case Study from Amsterdam
Research in Amsterdam provides a window of insight into how the COVID-19 pandemic might be shaping new perceptions of sustainability.
News
UNU-IAS and FAO Discussions Highlight Building Back Better from COVID-19 through GIAHS
On 6 November 2020, the UNU-IAS OUIK and FAO organised a webinar “Building Back Better with Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS)."
News
The Palermo Protocol Turns 20: Failures of the Past and Shifting Paradigms for the Future
Interdisciplinary research linking technology and public health could help create more effective initiatives to eradicate human trafficking.