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
Person
Blog Post
To Build Consent in Peace Operations, Turn Mandates Upside Down
What the United Nations High-Level Independent Panel on Peace Operations (HIPPO) reforms would mean for peace operations mandates.
Expert
Demetrios Sarantis
Demetrios Sarantis is a Senior Research Analyst at the United Nations University (UNU-EGOV) since 2017.
Person
Media Coverage
A New Era in US-UN Relations
Looking ahead as Donald Trump and Antonio Guterres assume their respective posts as U.S. President and U.N. Secretary-General next month.
News
Links Between Environment and Health in India
A paper by UNU-IAS expert Christopher Doll explores linkages between climate mitigation and health impacts in two Indian cities.
Person
Expert
Soumaya Ben Dhaou
Soumaya Ben Dhaou is a Research Specialist at the United Nations University (UNU-EGOV) since 2016.
Blog Post
New Ideas for a New Secretary-General: Implementing Agenda 2030 and the Question of Peaceful, Just and Inclusive Societies
How the Secretary-General-designate, António Guterres, and the UN system will respond to the implementation of the 2030 Agenda.
Event
Japan Water Style Summit with CDP’s Japan Water Forum 2016
On 5 December, UNU-IAS, Ministry of Environment of Japan (MOEJ) and CDP will co-organize Japan Water Style Summit with CDP’s Global Water Forum 2016.