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
News
Apprise Audit Impact Assessment Report: Using Tech to Improve Worker Interviews during Audits
The Mekong Club and UNU Macau released a new report today offering an overview of the past 15 months of project activities.
News
Side Event Discusses Government Initiatives & Stakeholder Partnerships
UNU-IAS co-organized a side event of the SDG Summit (High Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development 2019).
Event
Unlocking Potential: Mobilizing Finance Against Slavery and Trafficking
This event presented the Liechtenstein Initiative's new report "A Blueprint for Mobilizing Finance Against Slavery and Trafficking".
Project
ECA STUDIES
This project aims to support decision makers in developing adaptation strategy and to identify cost-effective climate change adaptation measures.
Event
Striving to attain water and sanitation for all: The SDG 6 Policy Support System (SDG-PSS)
Ensuring availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all
News
Piloting Apprise with the Thai Government
The project aims at improving victim-identification practices to identify potential victims among vulnerable populations.
Event
“Next-Generation Data Assemblages for Enhanced Citizen Participation in Sustainable Development” at CODATA 2019
The session considers case studies from the various domains and scenarios of data use towards sustainable development.
News
Small Data Approaches Provide Nuance and Context to Health Datasets
Digital tools have benefited insurance companies and healthcare providers, but also led to discrimination of recipients of health-care services.
News
Launch of EQUALS Research Group's Report Microsite
The microsite highlights how digital technology impacts women and girls in various contexts including jobs and wages, security and privacy.
Event
Public Forum of the 8th IPSI Global Conference and Expert Thematic Workshop for Post-2020
KUMAMOTO, JAPAN: A public forum will share experiences of IPSI members and other stakeholders.