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
Event
UN Sanctions and Mediation: Establishing Evidence To Inform Practice
Dr Rebecca Brubaker, Professor Thomas Biersteker and Dr David Lanz presented the findings of their final report on UN Sanctions and Mediation.
Event
Public Lecture: Driving Ontario’s Clean Energy Future
A seminar on the environmental and economic benefits of driving electric vehicles (EV) and their latest trends in Canada and worldwide.
Project
Project: Conflict Prevention in the Sahel: Emerging Practice Across the UN
Supporting the UN’s understanding of the situation in the Sahel - and how it can better respond to current and emerging risks
Report
Climate change, gender equality and human rights in Asia: regional review and promising practices
This report aims to provide a better understanding for policymakers in Asia of human rights and gender equality in the context of climate change
Event
WEBINAR: Water, Migration, Rural Development: What do we know?
This webinar aims to share knowledge on linkages between water insecurity and outmigration from rural areas.
Report
What works to prevent violence against women and girls? A rigorous global evidence review of interventions to prevent violence against women and girls
This report is a global review of the evidence on the effectiveness of different programmes in reducing violence against women and girls
Project
UM Barometer: Monitoring the 2017-2021 Action Plan of the University of Minho
Developing a tool to track and assess the initiatives from the 2017-2021 University Action Plan.
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.
Toolkit
Adopting a gender lens in health systems policy: A guide for policy makers
A guide aiming to help policy makers bring a gender lens to their policy deliberations on health systems
Report
Annual Report 2019
In 2019, UNU-CRIS expanded its academic reach through its inaugural Summer School, leadership transitions, and research on regional health governance.