News and Events
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Welcome to the News and Events page of United Nations University (UNU), where you can stay updated on the latest developments, achievements, and activities within our global community. From groundbreaking research to inspiring events, we bring you the stories that shape our institution and the world.
- Reimagining Schooling for Equity and Justice: Lead the Change Interview with Carlos Sandoval
In this month’s Lead the Change (LtC) interview, Carlos Sandoval shares his insights on how systems of schooling can be improved to create more affirming environments for minoritized students. Sandoval is an Assistant Professor at Clemson University, where his research … Continue reading →
- Supporting healthy development of rural children in China: The Sunshine Kindergartens of the Beijing Western Sunshine Rural Development Foundation
What does it take to support young children’s development in rural China? In this post, Thomas Hatch shares what he learned in a conversation this past May with Guangmin Li, Secretary General of the Beijing Western Sunshine Rural Development Foundation, and … Continue reading →
- Early Childhood Education in India: Opportunities for Large-scale Reform and Green Shoots from Uttar Pradesh
This week, IEN’s reposts an article from The Central Square Foundation exploring the early childhood education landscape in India, emphasizing significant state-level initiatives. The article focuses particularly on Uttar Pradesh’s progress in aligning its programs with the central NIPUN Bharat … Continue reading →
- Norway law decrees: Let childhood be childhood
In this Scandinavian country, early childhood education is a national priority, enshrined in law. This week, as part of a series that will includes articles from India and China on early childhood education, IEN repost’s a piece by Jackie Mader … Continue reading →
Upcoming Academic Events
We are excited to announce a series of prestigious events designed to bring together leaders in education, technology, and management from around the world. These events are tailored for esteemed Heads of Institutions, Administrators, Chancellors, Vice Chancellors, Directors, and Faculty Members.
If your spouse or other administrative or academic staff are interested in accompanying you, please forward their details to us via email events@unuedu.uno before completing your registration.
Join Us in a Year of Knowledge, Networking, and Innovation
Annual STEMM Summit
(Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics & Management)
Date: March 24 – March 28, 2025
Program Details: TBA
Leadership in Higher Education Conference
Date: May 28 – May 30, 2025
Program Details: TBA
Application of AI in Higher Education
International Teaching & Learning Cooperative Conferences
