Programs

	Arab-Israeli Relations The Institute seeks to present a balanced approach to its work relating to Arab-Israeli relations by supporting research, programs and grants that improve understanding, develop capacity and analyze the issues in ways that can be useful to all parties who are seeking peace.
	Center for Mediation and Conflict Resolution These experts work on active conflicts, supporting training and education, developing tools for practitioners and identifying best practices for ending violence.
	Congressional Commission on the Strategic Posture of the United States The bipartisan commission, facilitated by USIP from 2008-2009, was tasked by Congress to "examine and make recommendations with respect to the long-term strategic posture of the United States." The Commission issued its final report to Congress on May 6, 2009.
	Interfaith Peacemaking in Gaza Working through the Foundation for Relief and Reconciliation in the Middle East and the Adam Center in Gaza, USIP is working to promote interfaith dialogue between Muslims, Christians, and Jews in Israel and Palestine in an effort to support the Alexandria Declaration. The project will identify non violent ways to promote economic, social, and political development and will find opportunities to support networking between religious leaders and local NGOs.
	Muslim World Initiative This initiative is designed to help to mobilize moderates, marginalize militants, and bridge the U.S./Muslim-world divide.	Key Links Brumberg's Blog appears on On Faith
	Palestinian-Israeli Legal Dialogue
	Religion and Peacemaking The Religion and Peacemaking program conducts research, identifies best practices, and develops new peacebuilding tools for religious leaders and organizations; helps define and shape the field of religious peacebuilding; and in cooperation with USIP's other Centers, develops and implements integrated strategies for the Institute's conflict-specific work, including projects with religious communities in zones of conflict.	Initiatives Religion, Conflict, and Education Full List
	Rule of Law	Initiatives The Role of Non-State Justice Systems in Fostering the Rule of Law in Post-Conflict Societies Constitution Making, Peacebuilding, and National Reconciliation Transitional Justice International Network to Promote the Rule of Law (INPROL) Model Codes for Post-Conflict Justice Rule of Law Training Project Full List
	Study Group on Arab-Israeli Peacemaking USIP has undertaken a major analytical study of Arab-Israeli peace negotiations since 1991, focusing on U.S. peacemaking strategies and initiatives. Its results are published in a book entitled Negotiating Arab-Israeli Peace: American Leadership in the Middle East, authored by Ambassador Daniel C. Kurtzer and Scott B. Lasensky.