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
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Safe Return and Voluntary Repatriation for Syrian Refugees from Lebanon: What Needs to Happen Next?
Exploring discussions around the safe, dignified repatriation of Syrian refugees in Lebanon.
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Shrinking the Justice Gap: Rethinking Access to Justice for Migrants in the Global South
Approaching migrants' access to justice as part and parcel of a broader agenda for social justice.
Staff
Yuka Nakaniwa
Yuka Nakaniwa is a Programme Assistant at UNU-IAS.
Staff
Aya Mizuno
Aya Mizuno is a Programme Assistant for the Governance for Sustainable Development Programme.
Staff
Jyuri Michino
Jyuri Michino is a Programme Assistant at UNU-IAS.
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Enhancing the Development Potential of South-South Migration
Enhancing the development impacts of remittances and migrants investments.
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Migration and Decent Work: Challenges for the Global South
Recommendations to ensure workers in the Global South have access to decent work.
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From Promises to Practice: Towards the Effective Implementation of the Global Compact for Migration
Recommendations to support implementation of the Global Compact on Migration.
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Understanding the Links between Social Protection and Migration in Low- and Middle-income Countries
Exploring this relationship between access to social protection and the ability or need to migrate.
Staff
Kavitha Kalaivanan
Kavitha Kalaivanan is an Administrative Assistant at UNU-IAS.