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
Project
Governing Uncertainty
Surveying major trends that will shape the future of global governance over the next 30 years.
News
UNU Senior Vice-Rector Taikan Oki Awarded 2021 International Hydrology Prize
The recipient of the 2021 International Hydrology Prize (Dooge medal) is Prof. Taikan Oki of Japan, UNU Senior Vice-Rector.
Event
Peacebuilding and Authoritarianism: The Unintended Consequences of International Engagement in Post-Conflict Settings - Report Launch
In this virtual launch event of Peacebuilding and Authoritarianism, experts responded to a new UNU-CPR report on peacebuilding.
Event
UNU Gender and Health Hub Launch
Seeking to increase uptake and investment in effective strategies to address gender inequalities in health systems and health outcomes.
Article
Ghana’s Lockdown Hit Vulnerable Workers Hard: What Needs to Happen Next Time
Future virus containment policies will need to be coupled with protective measures that prevent the most vulnerable workers from being left behind.
Event
The UNU Gender and Health Hub: A nexus to people, knowledge, policy and action for gender equality
You’re invited to the launch of the Gender & Health Hub (GHH) at the Sixty-fifth session of the Commission on the Status of Women (UN CSW 65)!
Blog Post
Women and digital tools can create healthier and more equal societies
Digital health can be transformative and, by leveraging technologies, women can shape their key role in tackling gender inequality in health systems
Event
Gender-based violence and technology during Covid-19
This webinar explores the usage of technology during the Covid-19 pandemic and discusses South Africa and Mexico as case studies.
Symposium
6th Global Symposium on Health Systems Research (HSR2020)
The Global Symposium on Health Systems Research aims to explore how we can build health systems that improve people’s health and are socially just
Conference
World Health Summit 2021
The World Health Summit is one of the world’s leading strategic forums for global health