UNU@50 Events

Events throughout the world to commemorate five decades of research and education for sustainable development

UNU@50 Events

Upcoming UNU@50 Events

Paul Mashatile, Deputy President of South Africa

Symposium

South Africa’s G20 Presidency: Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability — a Conversation with Japan

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Symposium

Supporting the Recovery of Noto Peninsula: Building Disaster-resilient Communities

KANAZAWA & ONLINE: This international symposium will share insights on disaster recovery and prevention, drawing on case studies from Japan and the world.

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Event

Climate Change and Water Security: A Global, Regional and Local Approach to Resilience

ONLINE: Commemorating World Water Day 2025, this event will discuss the challenges and solutions related to water security in the context of climate change adaptation.

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All UNU@50 Events

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South Africa’s G20 Presidency: Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability — a Conversation with Japan

On 18 March 2025, UNU will co-host a symposium exploring South Africa's G20 Presidency and steps to ensure solidarity, equality and sustainability for all.

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AI Skilling for Everyone

TOKYO: On 27 February, UNU will host a conversation with Caroline McGrath, Asia Regional Leader for Microsoft Philanthropies' Skills for Social Impact.

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Dresden Nexus Conference

Dresden Nexus Conference 2025 celebrates 10 years of forging partnerships between scholars, scientists, and stakeholders to address global challenges.

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What Role Do Women, Peace and Security Play in Mitigating Today’s Global Crises?

TOKYO & ONLINE: On 7 February 2025, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Amb. Melanne Verveer, Executive Director of the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security.

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Japan-Africa Relations Through 30 Years: Evolution of the TICAD Process and Challenges Ahead

TOKYO: On 19 February 2025, UNU will host a conversation with Prof. Mieko Ikegame, Honorary Professor at the University of South Africa.

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The Future of Innovation and Creativity in a Transforming World

TOKYO: On 13 February 2025, UNU will host a conversation with Daren Tang, Director General of WIPO.

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Women in Peace: Strengthening Economies to Address Violence Against Women

TOKYO: On 6 February 2025, UNU and Guardian Girls International, in partnership with KIF Japan, will co-host a panel discussion on women’s empowerment.

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The Pact for the Future and International Peace and Security

TOKYO: On 28 January 2025, UNU will host a conversation with Tadamichi Yamamoto, Visiting Professor at Ritsumeikan University.

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Japan's Role in the Indo-Pacific — the UN, ODA, and a Free and Open Indo-Pacific

TOKYO: On 23 January 2025, UNU will host a conversation with Dr. Yuka Ando, Senior Researcher at the India-Japan Laboratory of the Keio Research Institute at SFC.

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Planning for an Uncertain Future: Environmental Planning Strategies in Habitat Adaptation and Energy Transition

TOKYO & ONLINE: On 18 Jan. 2025, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Dr. Christina von Haaren, professor emerita at Leibniz University Hannover.