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
Media Coverage
At the UN, Climate Change and Security Must Be Tackled Together
The UN must undergo an organisational shift in order to tackle the growing connections between climate change and conflict.
Event
Sustainable Water Resources Management in Asian Cities: Challenges & Opportunities
An international webinar will be held to examine key water management challenges and opportunities in cities.
Event
Sustainable Water Resources Management in Asian Cities: Challenges & Opportunities
On 25 October, UNU-IAS will host the webinar "Sustainable Water Resources Management in Asian Cities: Challenges & Opportunities".
Project
Digital Goverment Assessment Programme
Enhance Saudi Arabia's government digital services by reviewing and optimizing their online systems in alignment with Vision2030 goals, focusing on usability and user experience improvements.
Project
Rule of Law and Sustaining Peace
How has the UN’s rule of law support contributed to lowering the risks of violent conflict?
News
United Nations Day 2021 — "Who Will Deliver Climate Equity: COPs or the Courts?"
A UN Day 2021 message from UNU Rector and UN Under-Secretary-General David M. Malone; published in the Japan Times UN Day special supplement.
Announcement
UNU-IAS at COP26
Learn about our contributions to the upcoming 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties to be held in Glasgow on 31 October – 12 November 2021.
Project
Advisory service for the development of a climate analysis and justification for the Resilient Puna Project in Peru
This consultancy aims to secure funds to increase the resilience of high Andean communities towards the impacts of changing climate conditions
Blog Post
Relief Is Not Enough: A Mandate for Diplomacy in Afghanistan
Broader political discourse with the Taliban is needed to prevent humanitarian and economic crisis in Afghanistan.