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
Series
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Seminar
Media Coverage
Ensuring Climate Resilience of Small Islands in Indonesia
An op-ed by UNU-IAS expert Martiwi Diah Setiawati calls for stronger enforcement of environmental laws to protect Pari Island in Indonesia.
Symposium
Nature, Culture, and Community: Rethinking Urban Connections from Kanazawa
KANAZAWA, JAPAN: This symposium will explore innovative approaches for regenerating urban ecosystems while safeguarding and celebrating cultural heritage.
Seminar
Shielding the few and perpetrating the pattern for the many: interaction of gender discrimination and status in predicting promotion
MAASTRICHT & ONLINE: Our UNU-MERIT Seminar Series team is pleased to announce our upcoming research seminar featuring Giulio Marini, a Senior Assistant Professor at the University of Catania, Italy.
Seminar
Government Workers and the Expectation of Public Service/s Delivery Transformation through Data Use: The Promise and the Practices
Seminar on exploring how data work culture shapes public service transformation in local governments through real-world practices and expectations.
Article
Positive Psychology for Climate Action: UNU-MERIT and Maastricht University researchers organise workshop for community initiatives
Positive Psychology for a Best Possible World
Event
On-line training on science, technology and innovation policy and policy instruments for Africa
UN-IATT Work Stream 6 on Capacity-Building in STI for SDGs will organise three online training sessions on 19, 21 and 26 May 2025 to enhance STI policy-making for SDGs, targeting African stakeholders and open to global participants.
BIG IDEAS Series
Pandemics and Human Security Threats: Challenges and Opportunities in Global Health
TOKYO & ONLINE: On 8 May 2025, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Susan Brown, Director of the Bureau for External Relations and Advocacy of UNDP.
Project
Assembly for peace
Raising awareness about the pivotal role the General Assembly could play in the maintenance of peace and security.