United Nations University - CRIS

Our biggest challenges cannot be solved alone. Here at UNU-CRIS, we produce interdisciplinary research on policy challenges that require cross-border and multi-level governance and cooperation. What drives us is how we can better work together across borders and disciplines to produce solutions in policy areas such as migration, digital, climate, health, economics, and trade, as well as the study of how supranational, national, and subnational governments and organisations can improve. Learn more about us, our research and training opportunities, and how you can get involved by visiting our website. Think your network would be interested too? Like and share this post, and you might just open up new opportunities.

“Even in the darkest days, I’ve seen hope power change.” As people around the world prepare to welcome a new year, UN Secretary-General António Guterres pledges to stand with those who are working to forge a more peaceful, equal, stable and healthy future for everyone, everywhere.

LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY: Director of United Nations University-MERIT (D1) The United Nations University – Maastricht Economic and Social Research Institute on Innovation and Technology (UNU-MERIT) is looking for its next Director. As the Chief Academic and Administrative Officer of UNU-MERIT, the Director will have overall responsibility for the direction, organisation, administration and programmes of UNU-MERIT. Learn more and apply by 31 January 2025: https://lnkd.in/g7MP6eJ7 #UNCareers #Vacancy #JobOpportunity #Leadership

The last #UNUINSIGHTS newsletter of 2024 features the recent World #Drought Atlas, discussions of the outcomes of #COP29 and ideas for #AIgovernance. Read our latest works and explore academic and career opportunities at UNU: https://lnkd.in/g6NasyXK

STUDY SUSTAINABILITY AT UNU-IAS 🎓 Applications are open for the 2025 intake of UN University – Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability's postgraduate programmes. As a global university within the UN system, UNU-IAS offers collaborative research opportunities, practical experience and an international and interactive learning environment in central Tokyo. Learn more and apply by 12 February 2025 (MSc) or 19 February 2025 (PhD): https://lnkd.in/gJ-iYAcq #StudyAtUNU

📣 Internship opportunity 📣 Are you interested in international collaboration and research? Do you want to do an internship in an international environment but still stay in Belgium? UNU-CRIS is looking for 2 interns for the following positions: ▶️ Academic assistant ▶️ Communications intern The United Nations University Institute on Comparative Regional Integration Studies (UNU-CRIS) is one of the research and training institutes of the global United Nations University network. UNU-CRIS specialises in regional integration. 📍 The internships will take place in Bruges and start in January, for a period of 3 to 6 months (exact dates to be agreed). 📅 The deadline to apply is December 31. Check our website for the full job description and scholarship opportunities: https://lnkd.in/dmAhGTCa

🚀 Early Career Writing & Research Skills Workshop What to Expect: -Expert Facilitators -Workshops & Panels -Publication Opportunities -Networking Opportunities 🔍 Gain Insights from International Expert Researchers Engage in interactive sessions designed to provide guidance and actionable strategies in research & publishing. Opportunities to publish will also be available! 🤝 Connect with Like-Minded Professionals & Potential Collaborators: convened by United Nations University - CRIS, TRansitions Energétiques et Environnementales (TREE) Lab of the University of Pau and Adour Countries, and Erasmus University Rotterdam. 🗓️ Important Dates -15 January 2025: Application Deadline -25 January 2025: Acceptance Notification -9-11 April 2025: Workshop Date 📍 Venue The United Nations University: Institute on Comparative Regional Integration Studies (UNU-CRIS) Grootseminarie Brugge, Potterierei 72, 8000 Bruges, Belgium 💡 Background: This workshop is designed to equip early career researchers with the skills and guidance necessary to conduct sound research and publish, promote a strong network of collaboration, and foster interdisciplinary research exchange on topics like sustainability, energy justice, climate justice, and a just transition. Workshop details: There is no fee to attend. However, participation is ‘IN PERSON ONLY’ and includes access to the workshop & catering. 📢 Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your research skills and expand your professional network 🔗 For more details and to apply, visit: https://lnkd.in/dFGkhse8 #ResearchSkills #EarlyCareerResearchers #Networking #PublicationOpportunities #Sustainability #ClimateJustice #EnergyJustice #JustTransition

On Tuesday, at the Internet Governance Forum in Riyadh, we will discuss the role of regional organisations in shaping global internet governance. From 09:45 local time (GMT +3) We shall be in Workshop Room 4, and online at https://lnkd.in/eg-2xUHU. Come and join in the conversation to help get a better grasp on the link between regional and global internet governance, with our highly knowledgable speakers! [1] From relatively early in the Internet's development, technical governance processes, like the Regional Internet Registries, have emphasised a regional approach to Internet Governance, allowing local communities to develop policies suited to their specific circumstances and challenges, while maintaining global coordination on essential elements. A vibrant network of national and regional Internet governance initiatives (NRIs) embody this regional approach. There are now more than 170 NRIs around the world, the majority of them in the Global South, defined by their multistakeholder, bottom-up approach. As explored in the recent 'Net Effects' paper [2] by the DNS Research Federation, these structures provide local communities space to discuss and influence governance approaches and decisions at the local, regional, and global level. NRIs also serve as a vital space to foster and develop new leaders and informed governance participants for global discussions. At both the UN Global Digital Compact and the 20-year review of the WSIS, the need to recognise and support regional structures has been emphasised. We shall ask our experienced participants [1] to discuss three main questions, and be writing these up in our shared doc [3]: 1) How relevant is the regional concept for understanding the IGF or the multistakeholder world? How is regional actorness evolving? 2) Will regions be building blocks for a new multilateralism or multistakeholderism? 3) For which policy challenges are regional organisations better equipped to tackle than international organisations like the UN? [1]: Chris Buckridge (moderator), Jenna Manhau Fung, Carolina Aguerre, Nibal Idlebi, Markus Kummer [2]: https://lnkd.in/esM387nq [3]: https://lnkd.in/eVwQ3kFG United Nations University - CRIS Brussels School of Governance (BSoG)

📣 stage-opportuniteit 📣 Ben je geïnteresseerd in internationale samenwerking en onderzoek? Wil je stage lopen in een internationale omgeving maar toch in België blijven? UNU-CRIS is op zoek naar 2 stagiairs voor volgende posities: ▶️ Academic assistant ▶️ Communications assistant De United Nations University Institute on Comparative Regional Integration Studies (UNU-CRIS) is een van de onderzoeks- en opleidingsinstituten van het globaal United Nations University netwerk. UNU-CRIS is gespecialiseerd in regionale integratie. 📍 De stages zullen plaatsvinden in Brugge en starten in januari, voor een periode van 3 tot 6 maanden (exacte data overeen te komen). 📅 De deadline om te solliciteren is 31 december. Check onze website voor de volledige vacaturebeschrijving en beursmogelijkheden: https://lnkd.in/eTmtQKdt

Training early career scientists to centre policy from the outset is crucial for impactful research. At our Doctoral Researchers Symposium at United Nations University-FLORES , we were happy to have Andrew Dunn from United Nations University - CRIS add an invaluable layer of expertise and perspective. His feedback encouraged our doctoral researchers to think critically about how their research could transcend the academic realm and influence real-world policy. This symposium was not just about presenting research — it was about crafting narratives that can influence policy and drive change. Throughout the three days, participants engaged in collaborative group efforts, turning complex research into actionable policy briefs. Thanks to Andrew Dunn feedback on every group’s craft, the final pitches were filled with pride and passion. As the groups presented their policy briefs, I was inspired by their dedication and passion — all of which are necessary to advocate for scientific findings leading to informed policies that resonate with societal needs. #ResourceNexus #Sustainability