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The United States Institute of Peace is a national, nonpartisan, independent institute, founded by Congress and dedicated to the proposition that a world without violent conflict is possible, practical and essential for U.S. and global security. In conflict zones abroad, the Institute works with local partners to prevent, mitigate, and resolve violent conflict.

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USIP Headquarters

OPEN HOUSE

Peace Day Open House 2024

Saturday, September 21 | 10:00am - 4:00pm

Celebrate the International Day of Peace with a visit to the headquarters of the USIP, located at the northwest corner of the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Learn about U.S. global peacebuilding and the USIP headquarters, and meet USIP staff and experts who work on peacebuilding around the world.