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
News
Shifting power in global health: Time for Malaysia to lead the way
Malaysia, as ASEAN chair, must shift global health leadership to the south/east, promoting inclusion, equity, and sustainability.
Event
Noto Satoyama Satoumi Talk #3
TOKYO: This event will discuss the impact of natural disasters on agricultural communities in Noto Peninsula, Ishikawa, Japan.
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.