Research Topics

Research and academic activities aligned with every Sustainable Development Goal

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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.
Charter of the United Nations University

People — topics on improving lives of people everywhere

Planet — topics on preserving and improving our environment and natural resources

Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies

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News 26 May 2022

ICEGOV 2022 Call for Papers; Workshops: facts and figures

After a 16-weeks long Call for Papers and Workshops, the figures from the submission process are now available.

News 26 May 2022

Biodiversity Day Symposium Promotes Building a Shared Future for All Life

The event focused on linking local initiatives with the international policy agenda to accelerate global conservation efforts.

News 26 May 2022

Biodiversity Day Event Spotlights Satoumi Coastal Ecosystems

The event was held to raise awareness of the coastal ecosystem of Noto, Ishikawa Prefecture.

Announcement 26 May 2022

MOOC Incorporating an Intersectional Gender Perspective in Implementation Research

Unlocking Gender-Powered Implementation Research: Explore a new MOOC by UNU-IIGH. Intersectional insights for transformative change.

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Reimagining the Human-Environment Relationship: A Stockholm+50 Associated Event

Panelists at this event discussed ten academic contributions developed in support of Stockholm+50.

Project 25 May 2022

Update of WHO Gender Mainstreaming Manual

This project will oversee the updating of a key handbook on gender for health workers, promoting non-binary concepts and intersectionality.

Article 25 May 2022

Equal Rights — Unless You Are Pregnant

Delving into pregnancy discrimination, UNU-IIGH examines challenges and calls for equity.

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In Conversation With Simone Diniz | Gender violence in Health Institutions as a Global Health Issue

Simone Diniz discusses global gender violence in health institutions at UNU-IIGH seminar. Critical insights on a pressing issue.

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Overcoming Underdevelopment — Lessons from the Bangladesh Journey

UNU-WIDER will host the webinar “Overcoming Underdevelopment — Lessons from the Bangladesh Journey” with guest K. A. S. Murshid.

Project 24 May 2022

World Bank Civic Tech How-to-Note

Enhancing citizen engagement in World Bank projects with a CivicTech "How-to" guide, through practical insights and examples.