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
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Yashasvi Sharma
Ms. Yashasvi Sharma is a Youth Fellow in Geospatial Information Governance at UNU-INWEH.
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Prof. David Feldman
Professor David Lewis Feldman is an Adjunct Professor of Transboundary Water Cooperation and Policy at UNU-INWEH.
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Jeeyun Han
Jeeyun Han is the Executive Coordination and Operations Assistant in the Office of the Director at UNU-INWEH.
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Ario Amirmoezi
Ario Amirmoezi is a Research and Training Assistant at UNU-INWEH.
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UNU-EGOV Co-Hosts AICOSERV Workshop at EGOV2025
The AICOSERV Workshop was held at the EGOV2025 Conference in Krems, Austria, on September 4, 2025.
Policy Brief
From Conflict to Peace: The PKK’s Disarmament and the Green Potential of Peace in the Middle East
Integrating Green Transitional Justice into the PKK–Türkiye peace process can address ecological harms of war and foster lasting, inclusive peace.
Capacity Development
Migration Law and Policymaking - A Course for Migration Policy Officials in Africa (MiLAP)
Migration Law and Policy Training is a joint capacity-building programme by UNU-MERIT/Maastricht University and IOM’s ACBC.
News
Gender Gap in Africa’s Water Leadership Undermines Fair Policymaking
A new UN University analysis finds African women remain underrepresented in key leadership positions in the water sector across the continent.
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UNU-FLORES Celebrates Diversity and Culture at Dresden is(s)t bunt
Connecting cultures: UNU-FLORES joins Dresden is(s)t bunt celebrating diversity and community spirit.
Policy Brief
Women in Africa’s Water Leadership: Numbers Don’t Lie
Women hold just 17% of top water leadership roles in Africa, highlighting urgent gaps and opportunities for gender-inclusive governance.