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
Peacebuilding and Authoritarianism: The Unintended Consequences of UN Engagement in Post-Conflict Settings
Developing a usable framework to ensure peacebuilding support is not distorted or co-opted.
Project
Digital Governance Strategy of Cape Verde
Developing Cape Verde's Digital Strategy to modernize government services.
Announcement
Applications Open: Online PhD Fellowship
The 2021 Visiting PhD Fellowship Programme at UNU-WIDER will take place online from September – November 2021.
Project
The Impact of COVID-19 on Humanitarian Access
Examining the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on humanitarian access and operations.
Blog Post
Towards a Human Rights-Based Approach to Artificial Intelligence
Core values like universality, equality and non-discrimination should exist online, as they do offline, and in the design and implementation of AI.
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.