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
Stronger Partnerships, Regional Prevention, and the New Agenda for Peace: A Dialogue Towards the Summit of the Future
Critical considerations for the upcoming Summit of the Future.
Media Coverage
COP28 Bookazine Published by Diplomatic Courier
The publication features five op-eds by UNU-IAS experts.
Report
Asset Recovery and Restitution
Leveraging Inter-agency and Multi-stakeholder Cooperation to Facilitate Compensation for Victims and Survivors of Forced Labour and Human Trafficking.
News
Targeting the International Anti-Money Laundering Regime to Address Human Trafficking and Forced Labour
Changing the anti-money laundering regime would bring important shifts in the global economy, resulting in less exploitation and fewer labour abuses.
Event
COP28 Debrief: Building Capacity to Implement the Paris Agreement
TOKYO: This event will discuss the outcomes of COP28 and ways to engage youth in policymaking on climate change.
Event
Climate Science Literacy in Asia and the Pacific
TOKYO: This exhibition will display Japanese-language posters developed by UNESCO and other UN agencies to promote climate science in Asia.
Media Coverage
Can COP28 End Africa’s ‘Modern Slavery Trap’?
An opportunity to initiate conversations about environmental and social risks in financial sector investments.
Report
Advancing Forest Landscape Restoration in the Tropics
Experiences and Lessons for Socio-Ecological Resilience and Empowerment of Women in ITTO Projects
Side Event
Ensuring Human Rights for Climate Migrants and Displaced Individuals
DUBAI & ONLINE: This session at the COP28 Thailand Pavilion will focus on the needs and rights of people displaced by climate & environmental change.
News
Sustainable Water Management through Water Reuse
A workshop in Tokyo discussed wastewater use as a solution to growing water stress, completing joint research by UNU-IAS and UNU-FLORES.