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
Symposium
Climate Change and Biodiversity: The Future of Food and the Environment
ONLINE: This symposium will discuss sustainable food systems and their role in tackling climate change and biodiversity loss.
News
Event Spotlights Impact of Small Grants Initiative for Local Biodiversity
A session shared lessons learned from the Community Development and Knowledge Management for the Satoyama Initiative (COMDEKS) project.
News
A Student’s Experience Exploring UN Agencies in Brussels
UNU-MERIT master’s students take their global development studies to the EU’s heart.
Workshop
WORKSHOP | Utilizing Geospatial Big Data for Healthy and Sustainable Cities
The workshop organised by UNU IIST Macau with CUHK unites experts to explore the current state, challenges, and opportunities of geospatial big data.
Seminar
Information Session for Prospective JPO Candidates
ONLINE: On 22 February 2024, UNU will host a session to introduce a new Junior Professional Officer position opening at UNU-WIDER.
Project
Strengthening Public and Private Actors’ Capacities to Operationalise a Laboratory on Innovation in E-Governance
Enhance Cape Verde's digital governance through an e-governance lab, fostering public and private sector collaboration for sustainable public services modernisation.
Article
‘Greatest Good’ Exists Not at the Extremes but Through Exploration of the Middle Ground — Pareto
Ethical decision-making involves a complex interplay between the imperative to prevent harm and the pursuit of good.
Conversation Series
Healthy Land: Why Combating Desertification is Crucial for Human Security
TOKYO: On 20 February, UNU will host a conversation with Ibrahim Thiaw, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification.
Media Coverage
The World Needs an International Decade for Data
The Global Digital Compact, to be agreed at the Summit of the Future, presents an opportunity to expand the benefits of data for all.
News
UNU-IAS Director Calls for Women's Participation in Building Climate Resilience
Prof. Shinobu Yume Yamaguchi discussed gender-related impacts of climate change at the Moral Money Summit organized by the Financial Times and Nikkei.