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News 06 Aug 2020

UNU-CPR Welcomes Two New Researchers

UNU-CPR welcomes Cristal Downing and Sophie Huvé as new researchers.

News 30 Jul 2020

New Report Highlights the Potential of Technologies to Uncover Patterns of Labour Exploitation

Smartphone app Apprise allows for secure and confidential interviews of vulnerable populations to identify cases of human trafficking.

News 24 Jul 2020

UNU Macau and Caritas Macau Partner to Advance Research and Capacity Building Initiatives

The five-year partnership aims to strengthen cooperation in sustainable community development, social innovation, and civil society cyber resilience.

Press Release 09 Jul 2020

Greening the COVID-19 recovery for a sustainable future for Africa and beyond.

The socio-economic impacts of decarbonisation for African countries, and how green transitions are affected by COVID-19.

News 08 Jul 2020

5 UN Career Advice from the Co-Architect of the Millennium Development Goals and Former Resident Coordinator in Pakistan, Dr Jan Vandemoortele

Dr Jan Vandemoortele's key takeaways from his 30 years with the UN help guide you through your career.

Press Release 02 Jul 2020

Global E-Waste Surging: Up 21% in 5 Years

According to UN Global E-waste Monitor 2020, 53.6 million metric tonnes of electronic waste was generated worldwide in 2019, up 21% in just 5 years.

Press Release 01 Jul 2020

New Leadership at the United Nations University Centre for Policy Research

Dr David Passarelli has commenced his role as Executive Director of UNU-CPR in New York, while Adam Day will serve as UNU-CPR Director of Programmes.

News 17 Jun 2020

UNU Macau and MUST Launch Internship Program for Students from Faculty of Humanities and Arts

This program will enhance students' academic and professional development as well as give them an insight into the work of the United Nations.

News 05 Jun 2020

Biodiversity Targets Reviewed and Future Directions Planned in Online Reporting Session

UNU-IAS held an online reporting session on the results of the second meeting of the Open-Ended Working Group on the OEWG2.

Press Release 03 Jun 2020

New Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Certificate Launched for the Financial Sector

A new online course will assist financial sector actors in identifying and addressing modern slavery and human trafficking risks.

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