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
Sustainable Development
Principles of International Development Project
Fundamentals of planning and executing international development projects, focusing on development policy.
Sustainable Development
Global Change and Planetary Boundaries
An in-depth look at selected SDGs and UN efforts to achieve them, with a focus on Planet, Prosperity and Partnership.
Non-degree
UNU Intensive Core Courses
Short credited courses conducted in collaboration with leading universities.
Sustainable Development
The UN System and Sustainable Development
An in-depth look at selected SDGs and UN efforts to achieve them, with a focus on People, Prosperity, Peace and Partnership.
Expert
Nico Fricke
Nico Fricke
Series
5 Cities Leading the Way in Resilience, Sustainability and Inclusivity
Cities are increasingly vulnerable to climate change and disasters, yet many are becoming the models for resilience and sustainability.
Series
International Financial Architecture
Proposals to reform the international financial system and its governance architecture.
BIG IDEAS Series
Women, Peace and Security — Why This Is So Critical
ONLINE: On 2 July, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Hideko Hadzialic, Director of the UNDP Representation Office in Tokyo.
Toolkit
Indicators of Resilience in Socio-ecological Production Landscapes and Seascapes (SEPLS): 2024 Edition
A tool to help local communities assess their socio-ecological resilience and develop a strategy for sustainable landscape management.
Brief
Sustainable Business Practices for Biodiversity: Leveraging Landscape Approaches
Policy guidance on adopting integrated landscape and seascape management to mainstream biodiversity in businesses.