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
Conversation Series
Peacebuilding in the Wake of Ukraine and Sudan
TOKYO: On 31 August 2023, UNU will host a conversation with Dr. Sukehiro Hasegawa, Distinguished Professor, Kyoto University of the Arts.
Media Coverage
Local Media Feature Visit to Ishikawa Prefecture with UNFCCC
On 21, 22 and 23 August 2023, several articles in local media featured a field visit to Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan, by UNU-IAS and Dr Youssef Nassef.
Project
UN Sanctions and Humanitarian Action
Exploring the impacts of UN non-counter-terrorism sanctions on humanitarian action.
News
World Water Week Session on Sustainable Urban Water for Health and Well-being
The event highlighted the role of water management in bolstering resilience, economic prosperity, and environmental sustainability.
Event
Enhancing Biodiversity and Climate Change Adaptation through Local Engagement
This event will discuss the importance of local engagement for climate adaptation and how empowering communities leads to grassroots solutions.
News
No matter what: an alumnus shares his experiences from the humanitarian field
Master's programme alumni shares experiences from the humanitarian field.
Person
Muznah Siddiqui
Muznah Siddiqui is a Global Governance Research and Planning Associate at UNU-CPR supporting uptake and further development of the recommendations of the High-Level Advisory Board on Effective Multilateralism (HLAB).
Person
Irfana Khatoon
Irfana Khatoon is a Junior Fellow at UNU-CPR supporting the uptake and further development of the recommendations of the High-Level Advisory Board on Effective Multilateralism (HLAB).
Person
Sophie Buddenhorn
Sophie Buddenhorn is a Global Governance Research and Planning Associate contributing to the work of the High-Level Advisory Board on Effective Multilateralism at the United Nations University Centre for Policy Research.
Event
Towards Gender-Responsive Migration Governance
On 6 September UNU-CPR organized a migration policy roundtable to discuss gender-responsive migration governance.