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
UNU Council Member
Prof. Brenda Yeoh
Professor Brenda S.A. Yeoh is a Singaporean scholar and expert in the fields of migration, social geography, and the politics of space in colonial and post-colonial cities.
Expert
Bavo Stevens
Bavo Stevens was a Junior Research Fellow at the UNU Institute on Globalization, Culture and Mobility (UNU-GCM).
News
UNU-IAS Promotes Inclusive Approaches to Landscape Restoration at UNCCD COP17
Events at the UN desertification conference in Ulaanbaatar emphasized local knowledge, participation & partnerships in scaling landscape restoration.
News
UNU Macau AI Conference 2026 Panelist Selection Update
The selection process has been extended to accommodate the strong response and the potential for additional panel opportunities.
Blog Post
What Have Future Generations Ever Done for Us? Lessons from Oslo’s Future Library
A century-long project in Oslo is advancing long-term thinking and cultural engagement – motivating collective action for a better future.
Media Coverage
The UN is reinventing its finances — and it’s a better bet than you think
In Devex, David Passarelli and Michael Franczak examine how the UN is adapting its financing models amid growing funding gaps.
Expert
H.R.H. Princess Dr. Abzeita Djigma
Chair of the H.R.H. Princess Abze Djigma foundation, Initiator and leader of the Initiative MAMA-LIGHT® for Sustainable Energy, Initiator and leader of “The Mutirão and Burkindi Coalition Capacity Building Initiative” and Co-Chair of the UNFCCC Paris Committee on Capacity-Building (PCCB)
Press Release
UNU, SOAS and ICEED Launch UNU Hub at the University of London
The new UNU Hub will explore how artificial intelligence can address global challenges across climate, governance and culture.
Media Coverage
Preserving Satoyama Landscapes and Biodiversity in Tokyo
Mongabay featured comments by UNU-IAS expert Suneetha Subramanian on environmental governance based on mutual trust and community collaboration.
Event
Land Restoration through Traditional & Indigenous Medicinal Knowledge
Exploring the role of Traditional and Indigenous Medicinal Knowledge in land restoration, biodiversity protection and planetary health.