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
Project
Assessing the Effectiveness of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan
An assessment of the achievements and impacts of the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).
News
New EQUALS Report Unveils Persistent Digital Gaps and the Complexity of Gender Equality
The report finds that digital technologies benefit gender diversity and inclusion, but females are still lagging far behind male peers in this area.
News
Barriers, not the Pipeline, Prevent Gender Equality in Tech
Though in general women have less motivation to pursue careers in science and technology, women who do acquire the skills are still marginalised.
Blog Post
Testing Apprise Audit in Thailand
This research trip aimed to observe how companies used the tool to support screening of migrant workers as part of their social compliance audits.
News
UNU Institute in Macau at the City University of Macau’s Career Fair
The event offered a chance to talk about the Institute, UNU, and the UN system.
News
United Nations e-Government Survey: Portuguese Edition launched
United Nations e-Government Survey is available in the Portuguese language.
Blog Post
AI & Global Governance: The Advantages of Applying the International Human Rights Framework to Artificial Intelligence
How the International Human Rights framework could contribute to the design, use, and governance of AI.
Blog Post
AI & Global Governance: Turning the Tide on Crime with Predictive Policing
Explaining how AI can benefit law enforcement - and why this might be dangerous.
News
UNU Institute in Macau at the Code 8.7 Conference
Dr. Hannah Thinyane shared the experiences of the Apprise project and launched a policy brief.
Media Coverage
The Politics of Action for Peacekeeping
Analyzing the Action for Peacekeeping initiative - prioritizing urgent challenges facing UN peacekeeping.