United Nations University Insights May 30, 2022

 


 
MAY 2022 EDITION

Reimagining the Human-Environment Relationship

As the world sets out to reflect on 50 years of global environmental action at the Stockholm+50 Conference, UNU and UNEP have jointly produced a series of papers that explore alternative frameworks for the relationship between humans and nature, and inform future policymaking. 

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Welcome to the May edition of the INSIGHTS newsletter.

From a look at more sustainable ways of envisioning the relationship between humans and nature, to commentary on implementation of global migration agreements, and research on the potential of unconventional water resources, this month’s edition brings you the latest thought pieces, news, publications, and job opportunities from across UNU’s global system.

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Addressing Gender-related Barriers to COVID-19 Vaccinations

Only 15% of people in low-income countries have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, but even where vaccines are available, access and uptake are impeded by gender-related inequities.

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What Can We Really Say about GCM Implementation?

As the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration moves into its second cycle of implementation, a forthcoming study will examine the results of 86 national voluntary reviews.

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COVID-19 Sparked New Thinking on Risks, UN Report Finds

A joint report from UNU and UNDRR reveals decision-making bodies such as governments have fundamentally changed how they view risks associated with hazards and shocks as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Can Access to Finance Spur Entrepreneurship in India's Informal Sector?

Policy actions to increase access to finance in India’s under-banked districts are enabling the self-employed to become employers.

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UN and Partners Detail the Abundance and Promise of Diverse “Unconventional” Water Resources

A new book, compiled by experts at UNU and FAO, examines how water resources such as deep aquifers, fog, and icebergs could help support populations that face water shortages.

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Six New Members Appointed to United Nations University Council

Ms Yamini Aiyar, Prof. Sir Hilary Beckles, Dr Enrique Forero, Prof. Catherine Kyobutungi, Amb. Kuni Sato, and Dr Vanessa Scherrer will serve on the UNU Council until 2028. 

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FEATURED PUBLICATIONS

Stress Testing the UN’s Regional Prevention Approaches

This report offers cross-cutting lessons and recommendations for how the UN can better integrate its regional response to major crises. 

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Strengthening Wastewater Monitoring and Surveillance for COVID-19 and Other Infectious Diseases

Focusing on low- and middle-income countries, this policy brief identifies the main challenges and opportunities for integrating wastewater surveillance systems into national and regional disease surveillance frameworks.  

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ACADEMIC & LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Event: Reimagining the Human-Environment Relationship

Register now for this online event on 2 June that will explore alternative frameworks for the connections between humans and nature. 

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Call for Action: #FutureTheYouthWant Social Media Campaign

People under 30 are invited to submit their vision for what a sustainable planet could look like in 50 years.

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Sustainable Cities Discussion Forum

The first event in a series of sustainability discussion forums jointly produced by UNU and the city of Helsinki will be streamed online, 31 May. 

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Work With Us!

There are currently 17 employment opportunities with UNU. Applications are being accepted for research, administrative, and technical positions in Tokyo, Bonn, New York, and other locations.

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