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	The Limits of Institutional Engineering: Lessons from Iraq May 2009 \| Special Report by David Waldner Post-conflict, post-totalitarian societies like Iraq possess many economic, political, social, and cultural characteristics that are not conducive to democratic governance. A central pillar of democracy promotion is that judicious institutional engineering--crafting new institutions and other elements outlining the democratic rules of the game--can overcome these obstacles and engender stable democracies.
	The Interior Ministry's Role in Security Sector Reform May 2009 \| Special Report by Robert M. Perito Efforts to create an effective interior ministry and a professional and communityoriented police force cannot succeed unless they are part of an overall effort for security sector reform. SSR, a relatively new concept, refers to the highly political and complex task of transforming the institutions and organizations responsible for dealing with security threats to the state and its citizens.
	Unfinished Business in Bosnia and Herzegovina: What Is To Be Done? May 2009 \| Peace Briefing by Kurt Bassuener and James Lyon This is the first of three papers USIP will publish this month on Bosnia, each with a different analytical perspective on what is happening in Bosnia and what needs to be done there to prevent a return to violence. We do this in the hope that these papers will generate a fuller debate on options that might be pursued by the U.S. government (USG), Europe and Bosnians. Countries: Bosnia-Herzegovina
	Mapping Priority Conflict Blogospheres April 2009 Through this initiative, the Center for Science, Technology & Peacebuilding finds ways to utilize quantitative and analytical tools to map online discourse and content in USIP’s priority conflict areas. Issue Areas: Science and Technology
	Serious Gaming and Simulations – the Power and Potential for Peacebuilders – A Deep Dive Publication and Panel Discussion April 2009 The Center of Innovation for Science, Technology, and Peacebuilding has partnered with ETC/I to explore in-depth Serious Gaming and Simulations as tools for improved decision-making by peacebuilders. Issue Areas: Science and Technology
	2008-2009 Guidebook April 2009
	On the Issues: Sri Lanka April 2009 Recognizing the need to promote peace and minority rights in this conflict-ridden country, on March 23rd and 25th the Institute hosted a group of 17 young Sri Lankan professionals as part of a State Department professional exchange program in conjunction with NGO Relief International. Relief International’s Sri Lanka office selected the participants. Countries: Sri Lanka
	International Organizations April 2009 A list of links to international organizations' web sites. Issue Areas: International and Regional Organizations
	Research Centers April 2009 A list of links to web sites for Research Centers in International Relations
	Iraq: Progress in Peacebuilding April 2009 This document highlights USIP's 2009 programs in Iraq. Countries: Iraq