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
Project
Behavioural Adaptation for Water Security and Inclusion (BASIN)
This project will identify behavioural levers for enhancing community adaptation behaviour to build capacities and sustain climate-resilient management, service provision, and water security
Person
Marie-Claire Röpsch
Marie-Claire Röpsch is a Carlo Schmid Fellow at the Centre for Policy Research (UNU-CPR). The Fellowship is funded by the German Academic Exchange Service and the German Academic Scholarship Foundation.
Seminar
Children’s Right to be Heard
ONLINE: This bilingual English/Spanish seminar, organised by UNU-MERIT's Dr. Julieta Marotta, will feature scholars and practitioners from different jurisdictions discussing children's right to be heard and participate in the legal process.
Report
Assembly for Peace: a digital handbook on the UN General Assembly’s past practice on peace and security
A user-friendly handbook on the General Assembly's Charter-based powers and past practice on peace and security.
Seminar
How big does a 'big-push' poverty intervention need to be? Evidence from experimental variation in the size of asset transfers
MAASTRICHT & ONLINE: The UNU-MERIT Seminar Series kicks off the new academic year with a seminar featuring Christine Valente, Professor of Economics at the University of Bristol.
Blog Post
Connecting Cultures and AI: Chu Chu's Journey at UNU Macau
Chu Chu, a Ph.D. candidate in Communication Studies at Fudan University, reflects on her internship experience at UNU Macau.
Conference
Are we using the right metrics? Towards a research agenda for measuring how innovation drives the SDGs in Africa
NEW YORK & ONLINE: UNU-MERIT researcher Hugo Hollanders will be speaking at the Science Summit of the 79th United Nations General Assembly, in a session on 13 September.
Article
The UN Is Charting a New Course for Our Technology Future
The Global Digital Compact is our chance to ensure our digital future is focused on equality, peace and security, and human rights.
News
Shaping the Future of Sustainable Buildings
United Nations University Shares Unique Insights at Press and Stakeholder Briefing
News
Youth Day Event Explores Youth-led Digital Innovations for Sustainability
The webinar highlighted the role of young leaders in advancing sustainable development through technology.