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
Brief
The documentation divide
Understanding pathways to modern slavery among undocumented populations in Brazil
Brief
Bridging the identity gap
Policy recommendations for improving documentation and reducing modern slavery risks in Nepal
Side Event
UNU-INRA at UNCCD COP16
Join UNU-INRA side events at UNCCD COP16 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
News
Delfina Soares appointed to the National Advisory Council in Public Administration
Professor Dr. Delfina Soares has been appointed as a member of the newly established Consultative Council for the Digital in Public Administration.
Seminar
Nexus Seminar Series N.80: Toward Evidence-based Community-Engaged Water-Energy-Food Systems Transformation
Learn from Dr. Daher about evidence-based transformations in water, energy, and food systems.
Symposium
Towards the SDGs and Beyond: How Can Global Digital Society Accelerate Transformations?
TOKYO: On 9 January 2025, UNU and Keio University will co-organize a symposium exploring how digital technologies can support achievement of the SDGs.
News
UN: Invest in Nature to Cut Billion-Dollar Costs of Droughts
Sustainable land and water management for drought pays off, says new report
News
UNU-EGOV at World Space Forum
UNU-EGOV explores how satellite data can advance digital transformation and SDG implementation in developing countries.
Staff
Navina Haridass
Navina Haridass
News
One Alumna's Journey: From Studying the MPP to a Dream Job in Geneva
Xiao-Fen Hernan, a McGill University and UNU-MERIT alumna, shares the steps that led her to her role at the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre.