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
Expert
Nof Afghani
Ms. Nof Afghani is a researcher specializing in water governance, with a focus on the equitable use and management of non-conventional water resources (NCWRs).
Expert
Prof. Gary Lewis
Professor Gary Lewis' work focuses on environmental security, the complex interlinkages between climate change, nature loss and human security with a focus on the role of ecological diplomacy in fostering sustainable peace.
Article
MMDP 2025: A Journey in Migration Management Training
This post marks the beginning of a new blog series documenting the Migration Management Diploma Programme (MMDP) at UNU-MERIT.
ITU Academy Training Centre
Summer school on digital and green transitions
This summer school is designed to introduce participants to the concept of sustainable digital transformation through various subtopics
Event
Climate Change and Water Security: A Global, Regional and Local Approach to Resilience
ONLINE: Commemorating World Water Day 2025, this event will discuss the challenges and solutions related to water security in the context of climate change adaptation.
News
UNU Commemorates 25th Anniversary of International Mother Language Day
The event celebrated linguistic diversity with speeches and performances from Bangladesh, Japan, Nepal and Sri Lanka.
Staff
Revati Phalkey
Dr. Revati Phalkey is the newly appointed Director of the United Nations University Institute for Global Health (UNU-IIGH).
Event
SCIENCE TALK: Trends, Patterns, and Social Vulnerability Landscape of Exposure to Wildfires in the U.S.
Assessing Human Exposure, Infrastructure Risks, and Social Vulnerability in Wildfire-prone Regions
In-person workshops, HPSR, Evidence generation, Policy translation
In-Person Workshops and Training Programme
Provide practical skills and knowledge in health policy and systems research (HPSR), including evidence generation, uptake & translation into policy.
Gender Integration, Health Programs, Lessons
Enhancing Gender Integration in Scaled and Sustained Government Health Programs: Lessons from Nepal, the Philippines, and India
Explores gender integration in health programs through case studies from Nepal, the Philippines, and India, highlighting scalable strategies.