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Reforms welcome?! This is where Germans agree on refugee and asylum migration
On International Day of Human Fraternity, Tobias Hillenbrand and Melissa Siegel explore whether refugee policy can unite rather than divide in Germany
Expert
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News
UNU Hosts Youth Forum with President of UN General Assembly
The event with Pres. Philémon Yang provided a dynamic forum for students to engage in discussions on the United Nations, the SDGs and multilateralism.
News
UNU-IIGH Explores Health and Climate Change Collaboration with Timor-Leste
Discussions held with President José Ramos-Horta, the rector of the national university and government officials on health and climate crisis.
News
10th Japan Youth Environmental Activity Contest Names Winner
Students from Hokkaido Iwamizawa Agricultural High School receive Director's Award for a project on sustainable energy solutions in agriculture.
Media Coverage
Education and Diversity to Mitigate Bias in AI
An op-ed in UN Today argues for strengthening AI literacy to mitigate bias risks.
BIG IDEAS Series
What Role Do Women, Peace and Security Play in Mitigating Today’s Global Crises?
TOKYO & ONLINE: On 7 February 2025, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Amb. Melanne Verveer, Executive Director of the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security.
Symposium
Supporting the Recovery of Noto Peninsula: Building Disaster-resilient Communities
KANAZAWA & ONLINE: This international symposium will share insights on disaster recovery and prevention, drawing on case studies from Japan and the world.
News
What is Economic Fitness and Complexity?
The science of complex systems can play an important role in understanding social and economic dynamics.
Media Coverage
Expert Interview Discusses Sustainability Efforts in Africa & Japan
Mark Akrofi calls for equitable energy transitions and highlights the role of individual lifestyles in climate action.