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

UNU-EGOV Hosts International Youth Group as Part of Erasmus+ Training on Political Literacy

The visit was part of a broader training initiative on political literacy and inclusion.

22 Jul 2025

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

Policy

Announcement

Two UNU-EHS Researchers among IPCC’s Seventh Assessment Report Authors

Both UNU-EHS’s Deputy Director Prof. Dr. Zita Sebesvari and Dr. Stella Shumba will contribute to the next IPCC report.

16 Aug 2025

Brief

Promoting Water Valuation for Urban Sustainable Development in Asia

Policy guidance on incorporating water valuation in policymaking for urban sustainable development in Asia.

14 Jul 2025

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