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
Planet — topics on preserving and improving our environment and natural resources
Prosperity — topics on building a sustainable and fulfilling future
Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies
Announcement
UNU Statement on Ukraine
UNU stands in solidarity with Ukraine and the international community.
Event
International Women’s Day 2022: Women's Economic & Social Change — The Future of Womenomics
UNU-IAS will host an online symposium to celebrate International Women’s Day on the future of womenomics.
Event
Industrial Skill Development in Developing Countries: Education, Skills Demands, and Productivity
An online workshop on TVET will bridge the macro policy discourse with the situation in actual workplaces.
News
Seventh Youth Environmental Activity Presentation Contest Names Winner
The winning presentation by Ehime University Senior High School focused on microplastics pollution in marine ecosystems.
News
Third Webinar Examines Purpose Management by Companies for the SDGs
On 16 December 2021, UNU-IAS hosted the last session in a series of webinars engaging companies to share and discuss their "purpose management".
Event
Code 8.7 Virtual Symposium: Using Tech-Assisted Data to Identify and Address Child Labour
Delta 8.7 convened an online panel on the use of technology-assisted data to identify and address child labour.
Event
Making OECMs Work: Production Landscapes for Effective Area-Based Conservation
An online expert dialogue will be held on a landscape approach to area-based conservation of biodiversity.
Conference
International Conference on Gender Studies in Africa
Conference fostering dialogue and understanding on gender studies in the African context.
Seminar
3rd COVID-19 Global Research and Innovation Forum
Join the forum for innovative insights and collaborative solutions at the 3rd COVID-19 Global Research event.
Event
Launch of a New WHO-UNICEF Report on Formula Milk Marketing
Report on how the marketing of commercial milk formula impacts infant feeding decisions.