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.
Partnerships
Knowledge and Capacity
News
TEP-CUP Finalists Visit UNU
On 25 March 2025, finalists from the Tokyo High School English Presentation Cup visited UNU.
News
UNU Hosts Youth Forum with President of UN General Assembly
The event with Pres. Philémon Yang provided a dynamic forum for students to engage in discussions on the United Nations, the SDGs and multilateralism.
Policy
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.
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.