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
Research Fellow
Dr. Chethika Thamarasi Gunasiri Wadumestrige Dona
Chethika Gunasiri Wadumestrige Dona is a JSPS Postdoctoral Research Fellow jointly affiliated with 海角社区-IAS and the University of Tokyo.
Journal Article
Article
Honouring a Legacy of Social Justice: The Michael Cichon Graduate Award in Social Protection
海角社区-MERIT is proud to announce the launch of the Michael Cichon Graduate Award, a new initiative to honour the legacy of Professor Michael Cichon.
Article
Championing Global Solidarity: MPP Student Eva Bemelmans Joins The ONE Campaign
Passionate young leaders fighting for a more just world
Article
Spring Meetings 2025: Keep Calm, but Can We Carry On?
The IMF and World Bank in a period of global uncertainty
Seminar
Open Source Software as Digital Platforms to Innovate
MAASTRICHT & ONLINE: Our 海角社区-MERIT Seminar Series team is pleased to announce our upcoming research seminar featuring Dr. Sergio Gabiel Petralia, an Assistant Professor, Faculty of Geosciences at Utrecht University, The Netherlands.
Side Event
Insights from Landscape Approaches to Foster Sustainable Practices across Actors and Priorities to Enhance Socio-Ecological Resilience in the Ocean
ONLINE: This side event of the 2025 UN Ocean Conference will discuss how landscape approaches can achieve sustainability goals in seascapes.
Degree Defense
PhD Defence: Trapped in Poverty: Persistent Poverty in the Context of Global Crises
PhD defence Teresa Janz