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
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FAST: Convening Africa 2022
This event discussed the critical role the financial sector in Sub-Saharan Africa could play to address modern slavery and human trafficking.
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UNU Macau’s Youth Engagement Programme Receives Students' Visit from City University of Macau
UNU Macau has been witnessing the huge potential shown by young people in Macao by offering creative initiatives.
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Doctoral Symposium 2022
Co-Organisers: UNU-FLORES, Technische Universität Dresden (TU Dresden)
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ICEGOV 2022 - proceedings published
The proceedings of the 15th International Conference on Theory and Practice of Electronic Governance are now available in the ACM Digital Library.
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Supporting the Reduction of Plastic Pollution via Nexus Governance Solutions in South Korea
As one of the biggest environmental problems caused by humankind, plastic waste accounts for 80% of all marine pollution.
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UNU-IAS at the UN Biodiversity Conference 2022
UNU-IAS will hold four side events at the UN Biodiversity Conference held in Montreal, Canada during 7–19 December 2022.
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Highlights from COP27
UNU-IAS organised events and contributed expertise at the climate change conference held in Egypt on 6–18 November 2022.
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Transformative Actions for a Nature-positive Society from Satoyama Initiative Towards 2030
On 2 December 2022, UNU-IAS will co-organise a thematic track session at the 2022 International Forum for Sustainable Asia and the Pacific.
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Capacity Building Programme 2022-23
As part of the partnership between UNU-EGOV and the NIGSD, a second edition of the Capacity Building Programme has been planned and is underway.
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UNU-IAS Joins Partnership for Reducing Emissions through Carbon Markets under Paris Agreement
UNU-IAS has joined the Paris Agreement to support global emission reductions.