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
Side Event
UNU-INRA at UNCCD COP16
Join UNU-INRA side events at UNCCD COP16 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
News
Delfina Soares appointed to the National Advisory Council in Public Administration
Professor Dr. Delfina Soares has been appointed as a member of the newly established Consultative Council for the Digital in Public Administration.
Seminar
Nexus Seminar Series N.80: Toward Evidence-based Community-Engaged Water-Energy-Food Systems Transformation
Learn from Dr. Daher about evidence-based transformations in water, energy, and food systems.
Symposium
Towards the SDGs and Beyond: How Can Global Digital Society Accelerate Transformations?
TOKYO: On 9 January 2025, UNU and Keio University will co-organize a symposium exploring how digital technologies can support achievement of the SDGs.
News
UN: Invest in Nature to Cut Billion-Dollar Costs of Droughts
Sustainable land and water management for drought pays off, says new report
Staff
Navina Haridass
Navina Haridass
News
One Alumna's Journey: From Studying the MPP to a Dream Job in Geneva
Xiao-Fen Hernan, a McGill University and UNU-MERIT alumna, shares the steps that led her to her role at the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre.
News
In Conversation with Davide Cotti and Edward Sparkes on Managing the Systemic Nature of Drought Risks
Discover how droughts impact an interconnected world, and how innovative solutions can build resilience for the future.
Media Coverage
Natural resources managers in Atewa West sensitised on by-laws
FOREST Okyeman: UNU-INRA,UNEP, UNDP, A Rocha Ghana and other Development partners sensitise local CREMA leaders on Natural Resource Management by-laws
Blog Post
Integrating Natural Capital Accounting for Sustainable Tourism
A case study of Gondwana Collection Namibia using the Resource Nexus approach