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
Press Release
COVID-19 Sparked New Thinking on Risks, UN Report Finds
The way individuals and decision-making bodies view risks associated with hazards and shocks has undergone a fundamental change due to COVID-19.
Conference
Working Local, Thinking Global Seminar: The ILO’s Work in Malaysia Towards Advancing the SDGs
The series will welcome ILO Representative Jodelen Mitra who will discuss the ILO’s work in Malaysia towards advancing the SDGs.
Seminar
Working Local, Thinking Global Seminar: Engaging Evidence in Policy Making towards the SDGs
Enhancing SDGs: UNU-IIGH seminar bridges global goals with local evidence-driven policy-making. Join the insightful discourse.
News
Experts Discuss Reimagining the Futures of Higher Education
UNU-IAS Director spoke in a roundtable session at the UNESCO World Higher Education Conference 2022.
Blog Post
Why we Need to Centre Equality in the Implementation of the Global Compact on Migration
Understanding the many interconnections between migration and inequality is critical to support implementation of the Global Compact.
Event
Postdoctoral Fellowship Information Session
Explore Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunities: Join UNU-IIGH's information session. Shape your research journey.
Project
K-Eco Global Net-Zero Partnership (K-GNP)
This project aims to develop research-based capacity building modules for effective implementation and governance of the Paris Agreement.
News
Vaccines to Vaccinations: Gender in Promoting Immunisation
Exploring gender influence on immunization promotion: insights into equitable health Interventions by UNU-IIGH.
Event
UN Security Council Sanctions, International Humanitarian Law, and Humanitarian Action: Contrast and Convergence
This virtual discussion reflected on the ways the Security Council has approached humanitarian action within conflict-related sanctions regimes.
Conference
UNU-WIDER Development Conference: The Puzzle of Peace — Towards Inclusive Development in Fragile Contexts
The sessions will cover a range of topics on the themes of peace, security, unrest, and the humanitarian fallout of conflict across the world.