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
Person
Expert
Eliane Torres
Eliane Torres is the Lead Analyst for Partnerships and Programme Development at the United Nations University (UNU-EGOV).
Toolkit
Promoting gender equality in sexual, reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health: Programming Guide
This guide complements existing guidance & tools to strengthen gender equality to improve health outcomes for women, children and adolescents
Project
StratICT: Development of a strategy to enhance and sustain the ICT function in the Government of Uganda
Enhance Uganda's governance, focusing on ICT advancements in public policy to achieve sustainable development goals.
Project
The Iraqi State, Geopolitics, and the Popular Mobilization Forces
Policies that could potentially to chip away at paramilitary groups' power, mitigate their abuses, and enforce their accountability.
Person
Dr. Maiko Nishi
Maiko Nishi is a Visiting Research Fellow at UNU-IAS.
Journal Article
Disrupting gender norms in health systems: making the case for change
The article identifies and explores the ways in which restrictive gender norms and gender inequalities are replicated and reinforced in health systems
News
UNU Institute in Macau at ICA Conference 2019
Dr. Bei Ju from UNU Macau presented an awarded research paper, summarising the key findings of the research Mainland Chinese Dual Migrants.
News
UNU Institute in Macau at 2019 HKyIGF
Don Rodney Junio shared his insights in the area of women and digital skills for the Gig Economy, showing the difficulties women face in ICTs.
News
UNU Institute in Macau at the CHI 2019 Conference: Weaving the Threads of CHI
Dr. Hannah Thinyane presented a paper in CHI’s social justice theme about Apprise and the project's contribution to identifying labour exploitation.