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
Person
Reza Ardakanian
Dr. Reza Ardakanian of Iran is the Founding Director of UNU-FLORES and has served as Director of the UN-Water Decade Programme on Capacity Development hosted by UNU since 2007.
Person
Person
Blog Post
What Egypt Tells Us About the State of Democracy
What the Egyptian Revolution that began in Tahrir Square has taught us about the current state of democracy around the world.
Blog Post
Why the United Nations Needs More Female Peacekeepers
The appointment of Major General Kristin Lund of Norway as the first female to serve as Force Commander in a UN peacekeeping operation.
Project
Executive Training for Government Technology Leaders
Enhance Saudi Arabia's e-Government Action Plan through tailored executive IT training, focusing on practical challenges, skills enhancement, and inter-collaboration.
Event
21st Century of Disaster: Lessons from the March 2011 Disasters and the Sustainable Development Goals
TOKYO: This symposium aims to incorporate the experiences and lessons learned from "3.11" into discussions on the post-2015 development agenda.
Expert
Dr. Tsunao Watanabe
Tsunao Watanabe is the Director of UNU-IAS Operating Unit Ishikawa/Kanazawa (OUIK).