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Muslim World Initiative

About the Muslim World Initiative

Drawing on USIP's unique combination of capabilities for scholarly research, policy analysis, and practical involvement in peacemaking, the Initiative has two overarching objectives:

  1. To enhance U.S. engagement with the Muslim world through informed policy guidance and public education efforts focused on the most pressing issues and challenges; and
  2. To promote peace and stability within the Muslim world through activities that directly contribute to the prevention, management, and resolution of conflict.

In pursuit of these goals, the Muslim World Initiative places particular emphasis on several cross-cutting themes:

  • "Bridging the Divide" — explores and encourages efforts to diminish the sources of mistrust and misunderstanding that harm relations not only between the United States and parts of the Muslim world but also within many communities in the region;
  • "Mobilizing the Moderates" — supports activities designed to help give voice to and empower those who advocate cooperation and non-violent solutions to conflict in the Muslim world; and
  • "Marginalizing the Militants" — promotes efforts to isolate and reduce the influence of extremists who advocate intolerance and violence.

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Muslim World Initiative

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