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 ¡ª topics on improving lives of people everywhere
Planet ¡ª topics on preserving and improving our environment and natural resources
Prosperity ¡ª topics on building a sustainable and fulfilling future
Peace and partnerships ¡ª topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies
News
TICAD8 Side Event Discusses Investment in Knowledge and Innovation for a New Africa
The side event at the Eighth Tokyo International Conference on African Development focused on research collaboration between Africa and Japan.
Conference
Opening Ceremony: Poster Exhibition Commemorating?the Hiroshima and Nagasaki Bombings
²ÝÁñÊÓƵ will join partners for the opening ceremony of the Virtual Poster Exhibition commemorating 77 years since the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings.
Announcement
Accepting Applications: ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ-WIDER Visiting PhD Fellowships and Visiting Scholars
²ÝÁñÊÓƵ-WIDER is accepting applications until?30 September for its Visiting PhD Fellowship Programme and Visiting Scholars Programme.
News
Visit of the Ambassador of Egypt to ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ-EGOV
Visit of the Egyptian Ambassador to Portugal to ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ-EGOV.
Press Release
New UN University report reveals solutions to reduce the impacts of disasters
Interconnected Disaster Risks 2021/2022 released today. Finds that not only root causes but also the solutions of disasters are interconnected.
Event
Charite Summer School 2022: Colonial Continuities in International Health
Exploring Colonial Continuities in International Health: Charit¨¦ Summer School 2022. Join insightful discussions.
BIG IDEAS Series
The Good Jobs Challenge in Developing Countries
On 30 August 2022, ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Prof. Kunal Sen, Director of ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ-WIDER.
Event
Water Insecurity and Syndemic Health Issues Among Forcibly Displaced Persons
World Water Week 2022 will take place from 23 August to 1 September as a hybrid virtual/on-site event in Stockholm, Sweden.
Blog Post
Collective Intelligence within the United Nations: Foundations
The UN Charter recognises it is only through coordinated and harmonised international cooperation that solutions to some challenges can be achieved.
Event
Valuing Water in Asia: Tools and Strategies
This session will explore economic valuation methods for water and their applications in Asia based on research and regional project experiences.