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
Policy Brief
Bridging the data divide
Unlocking the power of data to address modern slavery.
Event
SCIENCE TALK: Building Climate Resilience of Rainfed Agriculture
Best Practices of Rainfed Agriculture from Global South Countries
Project
Internal Migration and Climate Change in Madagascar
Researching the multi-faceted relationship between internal migration, climate change and other factors to support migration policy in Madagascar.
Project
Effective Support for Communities Experiencing Climate Mobilities
Reviewing the Climate Justice Resilience Fund's grant portfolio to learn lessons about better supporting communities experiencing climate mobilities.
Expert
Valérie Andriamanga
Valérie is a consultant in the EMIC Division working on human mobility linked to climate change in Madagascar. She specializes in urban agriculture, land use planning and urban governance. She is particularly interested in land use change and how it relates to migration.
Media Coverage
Bridging the World’s Research and Data Divide
News Decoder explores how UNU researchers work across the globe to solve today’s biggest and emerging challenges.
Media Coverage
Upcoming Global RCE Conference Featured in The Sanyo Shimbun
A Japanese newspaper spotlighted the 14th Global Conference of the Regional Centres of Expertise on Education for Sustainable Development.
Article
Trade Unions Must Fight AI Fire with AI Fire and Embrace Digital Tools
We need a proactive policy response to ensure that workers in automated workplaces retain their right to collective bargaining.
Series
Climate Pledges: 5 Facts on Nationally Determined Contributions
Five facts about Nationally Determined Contributions for achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement.
News
PRISMA – Sustainability Assessment and Policy Award 2025
Award Ceremony at the Dresden Nexus Conference