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News
UNU Signs Memorandums of Understanding with JUSSCA and Guardian Girls International
Under the new agreements, UNU, JUSSCA and GGI will advance the SDGs and gender equality through collaborative programmes and events.
Staff
Susana Jorge
Susana Jorge is an Intern at the United Nations University International Institute for Global Health (UNU-IIGH).
Blog Post
Children and Young Adults Futures Thinking and AI
An intervention during the symposium on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Children’s Rights.
Staff
Maria João Gonçalves
Maria João Gonçalves is an intern at the United Nations University International Institute for Global Health (UNU-IIGH).
Staff
Ruth Natasya Meirien Nainggolan
Ruth Natasya works as a Communication Intern at the United Nations University International Institute for Global Health (UNU-IIGH).
Project
R&D Spillovers, Exports and Employment: The Role of Buyer- Supplier Relationships
Investigating the influence of buyer-supplier relationships on firm innovation, performance, and employment structure, using data from Turkish firms.
Article
AI’s Critical Digital Transformation Role in Public Governance
By aligning with the AU’s strategies, South Africa can set a precedent for how digital transformation can serve as a catalyst for governance.
Article
Expert-Speak: Standards for AI Governance Are Necessary for Africa’s Flourishing Future
By prioritizing robust governance and leveraging expertise of institutions like UNU, Africa can harness AI to drive sustainable development.
Staff
Johanna Schaepling
At UNU FLORES she is responsible for the organization of the biannual Dresden Nexus Conference (DNC) as well as other outreach, advocacy and impact activities.