As part of its continuing work in Sudan, the United States Institute of Peace (USIP) organized a workshop on “The State and Direction of the Darfur Peace Process” on November 15-16. The gathering sought to evaluate the current status of the Darfur peace process and develop ideas for achieving a comprehensive, inclusive, and durable peace. Held in consultation with the U.S. Office of the Special Envoy to Sudan, the workshop brought together Darfur stakeholders and experts, including representatives of major Darfur armed movements, civil society leaders, and representatives of countries and organizations deeply involved in the peace process.
November 17, 2011
As part of its continuing work in Sudan, the United States Institute of Peace (USIP) organized a workshop on “The State and Direction of the Darfur Peace Process” on November 15-16. The gathering sought to evaluate the current status of the Darfur peace process and develop ideas for achieving a comprehensive, inclusive, and durable peace.
Held in consultation with the U.S. Office of the Special Envoy to Sudan, the workshop brought together Darfur stakeholders and experts, including representatives of major Darfur armed movements, civil society leaders, and representatives of countries and organizations deeply involved in the peace process.
In a statement after the workshop, the U.S. Department of State said that "the workshop produced frank and constructive discussions on Darfur and served as a unique opportunity to foster dialogue among some of the key stakeholders."
“This workshop was an opportunity for many of the main actors in the Darfur conflict to discuss the way forward and how to build on existing initiatives,” said Jon Temin, director of USIP’s Sudan program. “We believe that the conversations were productive, candid and geared toward achieving a lasting, peaceful solution to a war that has lasted too long.”
The Darfur workshop builds upon USIP's strong commitment to fostering peace and promoting stability in Sudan and South Sudan. Since 2005, USIP has also worked on preventing electoral violence, promoting the rule of law, and engaging the Darfur diaspora.
Additional Resources
- Return to War in Sudan's Nuba Mountains
November 2011| PeaceBrief by Julie Flint
This brief looks at what is driving the fighting in Sudan’s Nuba Mountains. Journalist Julie Flint has written extensively on Sudan, reporting on the Nuba Mountains since 1992. This piece is based on her most recent visit, in September. - Diversity, Unity and Nation Building in South Sudan
September 2011 | Special Report by Jok Madut Jok
South Sudan’s success as a nation depends on getting its many distinct ethnic groups to promote, teach, and celebrate a shared cultural heritage. In this new Special Report, USIP Senior Fellow and former South Sudan government official Jok Madut Jok urges concrete steps toward creating a national identity. - USIP on The Two Sudans
Find a complete list of USIP work in Sudan and South Sudan including resources, program overviews and additional experts.
