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UNRISD is an autonomous United Nations agency that carries out research on social dimensions

of contemporary problems affecting development.

 

 

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UNRISD at Rio: A Green and Fair Future
Rio+20 is a crucial moment for the international community to rethink development from the perspective of equity and the environment. UNRISD will be there, actively communicating the findings of a year-long inquiry on the social dimensions of green economy and sustainable development through co-hosted events, workshops and panel discussions. Check the website in June for date and venue confirmation.... more

Regional Governance of Migration and Social Policy in Africa
Participants at a two-day conference on the regional governance of migration and social policy in Africa discussed the role of regional governmental coalitions in facilitating free movement of migrants, both within and between regions, to allow equitable entitlements to residence, work, social protection, health, education and other social services.... more

UNRISD Launches New Alumni Network
UNRISD is excited to announce the launch of its new Alumni network. Alumni may have worked with UNRISD on a research project, written a paper or chapter in an UNRISD publication, coordinated a project from the field, spoken at one of our events, served on the Board, or worked as a staff member or intern at our offices in Geneva ... more

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