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
News
UNU Macau Calls for Multistakeholder Partnerships to Advance the Sustainable Development Goals in Macao and the Greater Bay Area
This summit brought together government, academia, private sector, and NGOs to explore collaborative opportunities for advancing the SDGs.
Event
Women in Water Management and Conflict Transformation
A Nexus Seminar Series event focusing on the role of water policy and gender relations in inclusive societal peace-building in Cyprus.
Article
Student Achievement Depends on Reducing Poverty Now and After COVID-19
Policies to boost early childhood education, mental health support, internet access, and post-secondary funding reduce the consequences of poverty.
News
Delta 8.7 Achieves Universal Dashboard Coverage
Having launched in 2018, Delta 8.7 has now achieved universal coverage of its data dashboards.
Event
Evidence-Based Early Warning for the Prevention of Child Recruitment by Armed Groups
This panel discussion covered early waring systems for child recruitment and use by armed groups and armed forces.
Media Coverage
The UN’s Historic Opportunity to Tackle Corruption
Five recommendations ahead of the UN General Assembly Special Session against Corruption.
Project
Digital4Justice: Accelerating Digital Transition in São Tomé e Príncipe within the scope of the Justice Modernization Programme
Enhance São Tomé and Príncipe's justice system through Digital4Justice, creating a digitised, standardized, and automated procedural management system.
Project
The Climate Academy - People's Pathways to Climate Action
This project aims to advance scientific understanding of people-centered climate action and inform policy making through a solution oriented approach.
Media Coverage
Spotlight on Brazil - What Works to Address Modern Slavery
Key recommendations out of Delta 8.7's recent Brazil Policy Workshop.
Project
Sustainable Transformation in Coal Regions of the Global South: Challenges from a Resource Nexus Perspective (NEXtra Core)
The project aims at analyzing environmental legacies of the carbon age and developing perspectives for the energy transition in coal regions