The United Nations Research Institute for Social Development (UNRISD) is an acronym for the internationally recognized research institution established by the United Nations (UN) in 1963. UNRISD is dedicated to conducting multidisciplinary research on social development, policy analysis, and capacity-building. It serves as a platform for scholars, policymakers, practitioners, and civil society organizations to generate knowledge and propose innovative solutions aimed at addressing social challenges and promoting sustainable development.
The primary objective of UNRISD is to advance understanding of social development issues, informing policy debates at various levels, and contributing to the formulation of effective policies that can lead to positive societal change. The research conducted by UNRISD encompasses a wide range of dimensions in social development, including but not limited to poverty, inequality, gender, social protection, governance, and sustainable development. Through its research initiatives and projects, UNRISD aims to provide evidence-based analysis and recommendations that can be used by policymakers and practitioners to design and implement social policies and programs that are both context-specific and conducive to inclusive and sustainable development.
Furthermore, UNRISD has been actively engaged in knowledge sharing and capacity-building activities, including organizing conferences, workshops, and seminars, as well as publishing research findings, reports, and policy briefs. By fostering collaborations between academia, policymakers, and civil society, UNRISD strives to facilitate dialogue and knowledge exchange in the pursuit of social justice and equitable development globally.
