Research Topics

Research and academic activities aligned with every Sustainable Development Goal

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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.
Charter of the United Nations University

People — topics on improving lives of people everywhere

Planet — topics on preserving and improving our environment and natural resources

Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies

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Brief 26 Jun 2024

Financial Literacy Guide

An overview of important banking basics for survivors.

Multimedia 26 Jun 2024

Expert Webinar: SII Best Practices

On 3 December, FAST held a webinar outlining best practices and successful approaches from the Survivor Inclusion Initiative.

Multimedia 26 Jun 2024

Trauma Sensitivity Training

On 23 June, the Survivor Inclusion Initiative hosted a training webinar on trauma sensitivity with Lara Powers for participating institutions.

Multimedia 26 Jun 2024

Survivor Inclusion Initiative Webinar

Guidance for new and continued participation and best practices in supporting survivors.

News 25 Jun 2024

Pioneering Anti-Modern Slavery Initiative Transitions to UNDP

Move comes after five successful years at UNU-CPR, and positions initiative for further expansion and country-level impact.

News 25 Jun 2024

Interconnected Disaster Risk Report’s Space Debris Featured in UN Special Report

Interconnected Disaster Risks research on space debris risk tipping point featured in UN special report on space debris.

News 25 Jun 2024

New Report on the Role of AI in Social Security

UNU-EGOV and ISSA's new report highlights AI's transformative potential in social security, emphasizing data quality and transparency.

News 25 Jun 2024

Protecting the Amazon: UN Cinema Screening of ‘We Are Guardians’ Documentary

On World Environment Day (5 June), UNU-MERIT hosted a special UN Cinema event with UNRIC, Maastricht municipality, and Lumière Cinema.

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Nexus Seminar Series N.75 - Building Change: Promoting Community Resilience Through Sustainability, Health, and Entrepreneurship in the Built Environment

The study highlights how environmental innovation safeguards communities during crises, proposing resilient models for sustainability amid climate change impacts.

Article 25 Jun 2024

Survivor Inclusion Initiative Participating Organizations

Across Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom.