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Conversation Series
Stewards of Tomorrow: Rethinking Higher Education for a Planetary Future
BIG IDEAS Series
Harnessing the Impact of Youth Participation in Policymaking and Decision-making
TOKYO & ONLINE: On 15 August 2025, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Dr. Felipe Paullier, Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs.
Side Event
Artificial Intelligence and Higher Education in Africa: Advancing Innovation for Sustainable Progress
On 20 August 2025, UNU will co-host a TICAD 9 side event exploring the transformative potential of AI in shaping the future of higher education across Africa.
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UNU Macau Engages in Multilateral Dialogue at WAIC 2025
The United Nations University Institute in Macau (UNU Macau) took part in the 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference
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UNU Global AI Network Launches Global Youth AI Future Innovation Competition at WAIC
The United Nations University Global AI Network officially launched the AI for SDGs — Global Youth AI Future Innovation Competition 2025.
Media Coverage
In the Media: UNU-EHS Brings Pacific Island Nations Together to Fight Land Degradation
This week in Suva, Fiji, UNU-EHS brought countries together under the the Pacific Island Developing States (PSIDS) Regional Dialogue Forum.
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UNU Rector Visits Kumamoto, Saga and Fukuoka Prefectures in Japan
During the trip, Rector Marwala met with government representatives, university leaders and students to promote partnerships and education in Japan.