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
Event
International Day for Biological Diversity: Mainstreaming Biodiversity
On 21 May 2016, UNU-IAS will organize a public symposium to celebrate the UN International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB).
Person
Blog Post
The Hardest Job Interview in the World?
What impact will candidates' dialogues with the UN General Assembly have on the process of choosing the next UN Secretary-General?
Expert
Morten Meyerhoff Nielsen
Morten Meyerhoff Nielsen is an Project Officer at the United Nations University (UNU-EGOV) since 2016.
Blog Post
Peacekeeping in Cities: Is the UN Prepared?
The UN must do more to adjust its peacekeeping policies in order to meet the challenges posed by rapid urbanization.
Project
Designing Better Accountability Mechanisms for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
Two primary pathways for developing accountability mechanisms to influence SDG implementation.
Blog Post
Ours Is Not a Caravan of Despair: The World Humanitarian Summit and Beyond
The global humanitarian system is cracking under a fundamental flaw. How can the World Humanitarian Summit help to address the problem?
Blog Post
All That Is Gold Does Not Glitter: Why a Better Quadrennial Comprehensive Policy Review Is Essential for Agenda 2030
How can the UN's Quadrennial Comprehensive Policy Review be used to help the organization better deliver on the Sustainable Development Goals?
Blog Post
Episode IV: A New Hope? Reforming the United Nations for Agenda 2030
Now that the SDGs and other UN reform processes have been completed, how can the UN be reformed to better fulfill its function?
Media Coverage
Visualizing Urban Fragility
Mass global urbanization is creating opportunities and risks. In this context, what are fragile cities and where are they located?