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
Digital Governance Strategies in a Complex World
This research line is part of the INOV.EGOV Project (RL1)
News
Workshop Empowers Educators to Safeguard Intangible Cultural Heritage
Schoolteachers in Lao People’s Democratic Republic learned to use digital technology to transfer traditional skills and knowledge.
Report
Disinformation and Peacebuilding in Sub-Saharan Africa
Security Implications of AI-Altered Information Environments.
Lecture
Balancing Free Trade with Societal Values
On 25 March, UNU-MERIT will host a lecture by Denise Prévost, Associate Professor of International Economic Law, Maastricht University.
Media Coverage
Libya Will Put Washington’s New Peacebuilding Strategy to the Test
Will Libya's inclusion as a priority country under the new Global Fragility Act alter the US approach to conflict prevention and peacebuilding?
Project
Thematic Review on Youth, Peace and Security
Examining how the Peacebuilding Fund has contributed to realizing the "YPS" agenda over the past five years.
News
Curious About our Master's Programme? Here are 6 Events to Learn More
Events to get to know our our MSc in Public Policy and Human Development (MPP) programme.
News
Ninth Japan Youth Environmental Activity Contest Names Winner
High school students from Aomori Prefecture receive Director's Award for a project reducing water use in agriculture.
BIG IDEAS Series
Human Mobility in the Context of Climate Change: Building Capacity Through E-learning
ONLINE: On 27 February 2024, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Dr. Robert Oakes, Senior Researcher at UNU-EHS.
Expert
Dr. Martiwi Diah Setiawati
Martiwi Diah Setiawati is a Research Fellow and Academic Associate for the Water and Resource Management Programme at UNU-IAS.