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
Lecture
MPP Open Lecture: Incentivising innovation: The role of IPRs
ONLINE: Want to know if our MSc in Public Policy and Human Development programme (known as MPP) is right for you? Join our Open Lecture with Dr. Intan Hamdam-Livramentoto get a taste of the programme!
Conference
Dresden Nexus Conference
Dresden Nexus Conference 2025 celebrates 10 years of forging partnerships between scholars, scientists, and stakeholders to address global challenges.
Capacity Development Office - Online course
Certificate Programme: Governance and Policy Evaluation
This certificate programme is a bundle of three online courses.
Capacity Development Office - Online course
Certificate Programme: The Public Policy track in Social Protection
This certificate programme is a bundle of three online courses.
Person
Madeleine Hamel
Madeleine Hamel is a Research Associate at the United Nations University Centre for Policy Research (UNU-CPR) and is based in Geneva.
News
New hires bolster UNU-CPR’s research capacity
Appointments in New York and Geneva will drive Centre’s agenda on global governance, climate finance and equitable development.
ITU Academy Training Centre
Summer school on evidence-based digital policies for universal and meaningful connectivity
This summer school focuses on enhancing skills for creating evidence-based digital policies to achieve Universal and Meaningful Connectivity.
Event
Sustainability Stories 2.0 Vernissage
Hoyerswerda
Seminar
Migration Seminar Series: Trust Beyond Borders: The Role of Non-State Actors in Shaping Immigration Preferences
Trust in international organizations reduces support for closed-door immigration in weak-governance regions, highlighting non-state actors' influence.
News
Digital Transformation Project in Guinea-Bissau with EGOV & UNDP
UNU-EGOV and UNDP Bissau support the country's governance capabilities with ENTD.GW, the National Digital Transformation Strategy.