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
Journal Article
The problem of 'trickle-down science' from the GN to the GS
The Global South struggles to retain researchers to address global health challenges and relies on the Global North for solutions to local problems
Side Event
HLPF 2019 Side Event: “Science to Power Sustainable Development Goals”
UNU-INRA and UNU-EHS co-convene side-event at the 7th session of the UN High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF)
Project
INOV.EGOV Project
INOV.EGOV – Digital Governance Innovation for Inclusive, Resilient and Sustainable Societies.
Media Coverage
UN University Expert Team Roots for Recycling of Industrial Water
An article in The Hindu featured UNU-IAS experts working as part of the institute's Water for Sustainable Development project.
News
UNU Macau at the 2019 Development Studies Association Conference
Francisca Sassetti represented the Apprise project team at the DSA conference, presenting the development of technology against modern slavery.
Person
Person
Expert
Eliane Torres
Eliane Torres is the Lead Analyst for Partnerships and Programme Development at the United Nations University (UNU-EGOV).
Toolkit
Promoting gender equality in sexual, reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health: Programming Guide
This guide complements existing guidance & tools to strengthen gender equality to improve health outcomes for women, children and adolescents
Project
StratICT: Development of a strategy to enhance and sustain the ICT function in the Government of Uganda
Enhance Uganda's governance, focusing on ICT advancements in public policy to achieve sustainable development goals.