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
Scaling-up Research and Capacity Building for Improved Development Policy in Mozambique Programme - Phase II
This project aims to support inclusive growth and resilience that substantially improve the living standards of the Mozambican population
News
UNU Macau co-convened the Stanford BASES Global Summit
This event enables a cross sectional, global dialogue and call to action to collectively support the SDGs.
News
Sixth SDG–UP Workshop Considers University Curriculums, Management, Financing & Evaluation
On 24 March 2021, UNU-IAS organized the sixth workshop for the UNU SDG–Universities Platform (SDG-UP).
Project
Volunteer Security Outfits in North East Nigeria
Presenting evidence on conflict transitions and related programming for policymakers and practitioners.
Event
A Survivor’s Guide to Money - Virtual Book Launch
This virtual book launch for “A Survivor’s Guide to Money" featured expert speakers from survivor support organizations and the financial sector.
News
Finance Against Slavery and Trafficking Enters New Phase of Growth
UNU-CPR appoints Daniel Thelesklaf as Project Director of the Liechtenstein Initiative for Finance Against Slavery and Trafficking.
Event
Towards a Nexus Knowledge Agenda
A focus on key building blocks of the nexus approach from biophysical, socioeconomic, and policy perspectives.
Announcement
Finance Against Slavery and Trafficking Enters New Phase of Growth
UNU-CPR appoints Daniel Thelesklaf as Head of Secretariat and Project Director of FAST and welcomes new partnership with Norad to support FAST.
News
Fifth SDG–UP Workshop Discusses Efforts to Nurture Change-Makers for the SDGs
The fifth workshop of the SDG–Universities Platform (SDG-UP) was organized on 18 February 2021.
News
UNU Researchers Win IN3+ Award
Researchers affiliated with UNU-EGOV won the prestigious IN3+ Award 2021.