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
News
AI Education Day: Program Release
October 25, 2025｜Wynn Palace, Macau SAR, China
Multimedia
Episode 5: Exploring the UN’s Role in the Global Governance of AI
Multilateralism UNpacked
News
UNU-EGOV Contributes to Global Debate on Just Energy Transitions
Co-authored by UNU-EGOV, the policy brief has been published as part of T20 South Africa 2025
Announcement
Applications open for the United Nations University Program on Digital Technology and Sustainable Development
Applications are open for UNU-DTSD 2026, designed for young scholars on how digital technology supports fair and sustainable development.
Series
Tsunakan Journal
A Japanese journal published by the Global Environmental Outreach Centre (GEOC).
Article
News
Webinar Explores the Role of AI in Smarter, Sustainable University Management
Experts highlighted human-centred approaches and applications of AI to strengthen governance and operations in higher education.
Staff
Laetitia Römer
Laetitia Römer is an intern working on capacity-strengthening and supporting research on climate justice at UNU-IIGH
Expert
Dr Karen Kidd
Karen Kidd is a Jarislowsky Chair in Environment and Health at McMaster University and is cross-appointed in the Department of Biology and the School of Geography and Earth Science.
Staff
Sylvia Nowack
Sylvia Nowack