About UNU
The United Nations University (UNU) is a global think tank and postgraduate teaching organisation headquartered in Japan. The mission of the UN University is to contribute, through collaborative research and education, to efforts to resolve the pressing global problems of human survival, development and welfare that are the concern of the United Nations, its Peoples and Member States.Activities by UNU
Artificial Intelligence in Africa
Africa Not ApplicableThis research project assesses the implementation of AI in Africa to provide recommendations for responsible design and use of the technology. The research paper provides a thorough literature review of the AI ecosystem, encompassing the current infrastructure, standards, policies, and regulations related to Artificial Intelligence readiness in Africa, and proposes actions to be taken to accelerate the responsible adoption of the technology.
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsPolicy/Regulatory Guidance17th International Conference on Theory and Practice of Electronic Governance (ICEGOV), TRACK 1: Trust and Ethical Digital Governance for the World We Want
GlobalThis Track invites papers that deal with issues related to advancing trust, ethical uses, transparency and accountability in digital governance, without inhibiting the development of new technologies for a better world we want. The track further welcomes empirical studies of government organisations’ work and experimentation with enhancing digital participation and inclusiveness in the governance of emerging technologies. The track welcomes alternative and creative methods and experimentations to reflect the voices and digital participation of all stakeholders from the global landscape (North-South, South-South, East-West, Tech-Gov, etc) in shaping governance considerations.
Activity Type Policy/Regulatory GuidanceResearch/Reports/AssessmentsAwareness/AdvocacyBaseline assessment of the Artificial Intelligence landscape in Mongolia
Asia and the Pacific MongoliaThe project aims to do a baseline assessment of the AI landscape in Mongolia to develop AI standards, frameworks, policies, and initiatives at the national level. The project develop a pilot AI readiness assessment that will help Mongolia to develop the complete methodology in the future and prepare for the national AI roadmap. The work has been conducted by UNESCO and the United Nations University Institute in Macau to develop a research project analyzing the current state of AI readiness in Mongolia.
Activity Type Technical AssistanceResearch/Reports/AssessmentsPolicy/Regulatory GuidanceSummer school on evidence-based digital policies for universal and meaningful connectivity
Global Netherlands
This summer school focuses on enhancing skills for creating evidence-based digital policies to achieve Universal and Meaningful Connectivity. Participants will learn to interpret and use ICT statistics to develop, implement, and evaluate such policies. Interactive sessions will address key ICT and development issues, helping participants generate and apply insights for effective policymaking.
The course covers the role of digital public policies in achieving Sustainable Development Goals through Universal and Meaningful Connectivity, evidence-based ICT governance, and the use of ICT indicators—such as connectivity, affordability, and skills—for policy development and evaluation. It also addresses the social, economic, and environmental dimensions of ICTs and explores challenges and opportunities in compiling, analysing, and disseminating ICT statistics in developing and transitioning countries.
With the generous support of the Global Gateway initiative of the European Union, this course is offered for free for selected participants. This includes accommodation, meals, and extracurricular activities. Participants or their organizations will be responsible for covering their travel expenses to Maastricht, Netherlands and, if necessary, visa application costs.