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
UNU Council Member
Prof. Brenda Yeoh
Professor Brenda S.A. Yeoh is a Singaporean scholar and expert in the fields of migration, social geography, and the politics of space in colonial and post-colonial cities.
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Bavo Stevens
Bavo Stevens was a Junior Research Fellow at the UNU Institute on Globalization, Culture and Mobility (UNU-GCM).
Announcement
UNU-MERIT UNESCO Chair Renewed by UNESCO Until 2030
UNESCO renews UNU-MERIT’s Chair on Science, Technology and Innovation for Sustainable Development in Latin America through 2030.
News
From Evidence to Action: Leadership for Climate and Health
Leadership discussions on how climate and health can move from evidence and global commitments towards institutional action and implementation.
Article
In the Field with Liliana Narváez: What Xochimilco Can Teach Us About Being a Good Ancestor
Liliana Narváez explores Xochimilco’s chinampas and what their ancestral knowledge can teach us about becoming good ancestors.
Seminar
Migration Seminar Series: Migration, Remittances and Capabilities in the Global South: Exploring the India-Nepal Corridor through Aspiration and Capability Perspectives
Dr. Mandeep Grewal on migration, remittances, and livelihood opportunities along the India-Nepal migration corridor.
Blog Post
Media and Information Literacy in the Age of AI: Lessons from Women in Macau
Women in Macau show how contextual learning builds digital resilience against AI misinformation and deepfakes.
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