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
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Prosperity — topics on building a sustainable and fulfilling future
Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies
Article
Worrying Insights from the UN’s First-ever Assessment of Water Security in Africa
Dozens of African countries have made gains in water security over the past three to five years, but nearly half have made no progress.
News
ProSPER.Net Report Highlights Seven Years of Higher Education Initiatives for the SDGs
A new report presents 2015–2021 initiatives by the Promotion of Sustainability in Postgraduate Education and Research Network.
Project
Assessing and operationalizing water and energy security at regional and global scales
The project focuses on operationalizing water security, providing clear metrics, and will test the approaches adopted in the Global South.
Project
Frugal Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Water 4.0 in Africa (FIUWA)
The results of the project will be utilized to kickstart an innovation community of practice that not only improves water infrastructure but also has the capacity to spur entrepreneurship and create jobs for youths
News
Tsunakan Journal Features Subnational Localisation of the SDGs
UNU-IAS activities were featured in the March 2022 issue of the journal Tsunakan.
Project
Quantification of water-gender interlinkages for greater inclusivity
This project will provide a numerical assessment of the status of women’s representation in the water sector in individual countries/regions globally
Project
Knowledge Academy for the Resource Nexus (KARE)
The project aims to mainstream the Resource Nexus, train new generations of thought leaders, and support better decision-making
Expert
Dr. Jian Pu
Jian Pu is a Research Fellow and Academic Associate at UNU-IAS.
Media Coverage
Condemning Russian War Crimes in Real Time Can Save Lives
The crucial role of documenting atrocities for both future accountability and immediate conflict mitigation of Russian forces in Ukraine.
News
Briefing: FAST Intervention at the OSCE's 22nd Conference of the Alliance Against Trafficking in Persons
The FAST Initiative provided an intervention at the 22nd Alliance against Trafficking in Person's Conference.