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
Policy Monitoring on Digital Technology for Inclusive Education
Enhance lifelong learning for the disabled in Uganda through ICT, aligning with UN's 2030 goals and UNESCO policies, focusing on digital education inclusivity.
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Designing Better Accountability Mechanisms for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
Two primary pathways for developing accountability mechanisms to influence SDG implementation.
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Blog Post
Ours Is Not a Caravan of Despair: The World Humanitarian Summit and Beyond
The global humanitarian system is cracking under a fundamental flaw. How can the World Humanitarian Summit help to address the problem?
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Tomasz Janowski
Senior Research Fellow of United Nations University International Institute for Software Technology
Blog Post
All That Is Gold Does Not Glitter: Why a Better Quadrennial Comprehensive Policy Review Is Essential for Agenda 2030
How can the UN's Quadrennial Comprehensive Policy Review be used to help the organization better deliver on the Sustainable Development Goals?
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Episode IV: A New Hope? Reforming the United Nations for Agenda 2030
Now that the SDGs and other UN reform processes have been completed, how can the UN be reformed to better fulfill its function?