UNU@50 Impact

Effecting change for people and policy since 1975

UNU@50 Impact

Since 1975, UNU has sought impactful solutions for global challenges. Today, UNU’s educational programmes and research bridge the Global South and Global North in an effort to advance learning and policies that improve the lives of people everywhere.

Looking forward, UNU is focused on strengthening partnerships, particularly in the Global South and within the UN system; increasing visibility and policy impact through expansion and outreach; and enhancing knowledge and capacity through research and education.

Knowledge and Capacity

News

Community-Led Solutions for Biodiversity and Sustainable Development

A side event of the 2025 UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development showcased solutions to foster socio-ecological resilience

18 Jul 2025

News

MENA Digital Governance Training with IsDB

UNU-EGOV and IsDB delivered a 5-day digital governance training for MENA region experts, covering transformation strategies and inclusion policies.

03 Jul 2025

Policy

Report

Regearing the International Trade System to Deliver a Sustainable Future

How global trade reform can advance sustainable development through decarbonization, responsible production and networked multilateralism.

28 Jun 2025

Press Release

New UN Report Warns of Global Social Crisis Driven by Insecurity, Inequality and Distrust

The World Social Report calls for a new policy consensus anchored in equity, economic security for all and solidarity.

25 Apr 2025

Press Release

UN University Finds Five Deep Changes Urgently Needed for a Safer World and How to Achieve Them

New report, Interconnected Disaster Risks 2025, is released from UNU in Bonn today, presenting a bold approach for change.

09 Apr 2025