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
Announcement
Senior Research Fellow Patricia Justino Appointed as Deputy Director of UNU-WIDER
On 1 August 2022, UNU-WIDER appointed Senior Research Fellow Patricia Justino as Deputy Director.
News
Symposium Celebrates World Wetlands Day 2023
The event discussed ecosystem restoration, green infrastructure, and youth engagement to accelerate actions to conserve and restore wetlands.
Event
Toward Safeguarding Cultural Heritage in Luang Prabang
UNU-IAS will hold an online session of the 67th Annual Meeting of the Comparative and International Education Society
Conversation Series
“The UN — Past, Present, and Future”, a Conversation with Dr David M. Malone
UNU will host its final Conversation Series event under the rectorship of Dr David M. Malone, featuring Dr Malone himself as the guest.
Media Coverage
Germany's Engagement in Crisis Contexts Lacks an Overarching Vision
Enhancing Germany's crisis engagement architecture.
News
SDG Exhibition in Weisswasser a Resounding Success, Further Collaborations Planned
Young people from across the Saxon Lusatian region gathered to exhibit and discuss their paintings created as part of the NEXtra Lusatia project.
News
SDG Exhibition in Weisswasser a Resounding Success, Further Collaborations Planned
Study of the barriers to adaptation and implementation of innovations related to environmental resources in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Conversation Series
“Is the UN Security Council Paralyzed? The Impact of Ukraine on the UN and the World”
UNU will host a Conversation Series event with Ms Karin Landgren, Executive Director of Security Council Report.
Event
Understanding Climate-Related Mobility in Contexts of Urbanization
This roundtable examined the challenges of climate-related mobility and processes of urbanization in the Global South.
Press Release
United Nations University Prepares to Bid Farewell to Two-term UNU Rector David M. Malone
When Dr Malone finishes his tenure as UNU Rector on 28 February 2023, he will be succeeded by Professor Tshilidzi Marwala of South Africa.