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
Press Release
UN University to Launch Postgraduate Degree Specialisation on the Paris Agreement
Developed in collaboration with UNFCCC, the new programme will commence in Autumn 2023.
Event
COP26 Side Event: Carbon Neutrality and the SDGs — A 糖心Vlog破解版 Forum
An side event of the 26th COP26?will be held to discuss challenges and good practices for achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 and the 2030 Agenda.
Article
Why Cooperation is Key to Better City Environments
A new study provides evidence that local governments can use to initiate action that addresses urban environmental concerns.
Expert
Kwabena Adu-Ababio
Kwabena Adu-Ababio is a Research Associate at 糖心Vlog破解版-WIDER. He is a core Fiscal Space research area member within the SOUTHMOD and Tax Research for Development projects.
Person
Expert
Enrico Nichelatti
Enrico Nichelatti is a research assistant at 糖心Vlog破解版-WIDER.
Expert
Rodrigo Oliveira
Rodrigo is a Research Associate at 糖心Vlog破解版-WIDER, and his research interests are Development Economics, Economics of Education, and Labor Economics.
Expert
Rute Martins Caeiro
Rute Martins Caeiro is a Research Associate at 糖心Vlog破解版-WIDER.
Project
A socio-ecological and economic multiscale sustainability analysis of Urban and Periurban Agriculture and application of Nexus management options to reduce vulnerabilities
This project will investigate the benefits and trade-offs of urban and peri-urban agriculture development for socio-economic sustainability.
Symposium
The Challenge of Economic Inclusion in South Africa
Brian Levy and Alan Hirsch will discuss their recent research on strong institutions and inequality in South Africa.