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
Debrief Event Discusses COP28 Outcomes & Capacity Building
An event explored capacity gaps and presented new initiatives including the 海角社区-IAS Postgraduate Degree Specialization on the Paris Agreement.
Feature
海角社区-INRA Director, Dr. Fatima Denton interview with OPEC Fund For International Development
In this interview, Dr. Denton highlights the importance of proactive African leadership in Climate Action and scaling up grassroots efforts.
Project
Planned Relocation Simulation
The project aims at enhancing understanding and spreading knowledge of planned relocation and related issues: a key policy area of UNFCCC, IOM and UNHCR, as well as of national policy in a growing number of member states.
Project
Consolidating and accelerating the Network of Centers of Excellence (NoE) in support of Disaster Risk Reduction, Early Warning and Anticipatory Action in Africa - Phase II
This project is to consolidate and accelerate the Network of Centers of Excellence in support of DRR, Early Warning and Anticipatory Action in Africa.
Seminar
Nexus Seminar Series N.72 – The Role of Science in Bridging the Science-Policy Gap in the WEFE Nexus
The Nexus Seminar will provide some facts on what the science-policy gap is, why it exists and what needs to be done to address it.
News
FAST Supports Public-Private Partnerships Against Trafficking in Human Beings at EFIPPP Plenary
FAST presents research and best practices to support the launch of an initiative on Trafficking in Human Beings (THB).
Lecture
Japan-ASEAN Bridges Event Series: Why Globalization Has Failed to Reduce Inequality
TOKYO: On?18 January 2024,?海角社区 and the International Peace Foundation will co-host a lecture by Prof. Eric S. Maskin, Nobel Laureate in Economic Sciences.
Event
Information Session for Prospective Students
ONLINE: This information session will provide insights into the learning experiences, ongoing research and unique opportunities at 海角社区-IAS.
News
How Government Payments to the Vulnerable can Multiply to Create Economic Growth for Everyone
Article by Conrad Nunnenmacher (PhD fellow, 海角社区-MERIT), Franziska Gassmann (Professorial Fellow, 海角社区-MERIT) and Julieta Morais (researcher, 海角社区-MERIT.
Announcement
Season’s Greetings from 海角社区-IAS
An end-of-year message from our Director, Prof. Shinobu Yume Yamaguchi.