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
Project
National Strategy for Digital Governance in Sao Tome and Principe
Enhance Sao Tome and Principe's public administration through a comprehensive National Strategy for Digital Governance.
News
New Leadership at United Nations University Centre for Policy Research in Mid-2020
UNU-CPR welcomes Dr David Passarelli as Executive Director.
News
Tackling Gender-Based Labour Exploitation of Migrant Workers in the Garment Industry through Tech
Researchers Francisca Sassetti and Dr. Hannah Thinyane discuss the issue in a blog post for EQUALS Global Partnership, on International Migrants Day.
Media Coverage
Impact of UN Mission in South Sudan Complicated by Dilemmas of Protection
Lessons from the UN Mission in South Sudan.
Project
Domestic Revenue Mobilization (DRM)
This project aims to provide insights, tools, and capacity-building to aid policy makers in raising domestic revenue for sustainable public financing.
News
UNU Macau at the 11th ITU Kaleidoscope
Dr. Mamello Thinyane presented a paper on operationalising data justice in health informatics, which was nominated for the best paper award.
Press Release
UNU-INRA Launches Report on Stranded Assets at COP25
Awareness of the threats and opportunities of stranded assets is low among African policymakers, a new UNU-INRA report finds.
Blog Post
Creating Inclusive Information Societies in the Age of AI: GIS Watch 2019 Report Launch
Themed on “Artificial Intelligence: human rights, social justice, and development", the report discusses challenges and advancements of AI governance.
Project
Gender and Digital Health
This project aims to establish an open-innovation cluster for research and policy with a focus on gender, health, and access to digital technologies.
Expert
Dr. David Daou
Dr David Daou is a Research Manager at UNU-EHS.