As a national, nonpartisan, independent Institute, the U.S. Institute of Peace draws on our exceptional convening power to create opportunities for diverse audiences to exchange knowledge, experiences, and ideas necessary for creative solutions to difficult challenges. We serve as an important, neutral platform for bringing together government and nongovernment, diplomacy, security, and development actors, and participants across political views. The Institute’s events help shape public policy and priorities to advance peaceful solutions to conflict and strengthen international security.
Join USIP for a conversation on tribal fighting and sorcery accusation-related violence. The discussion will examine how this violence manifests in Papua New Guinea, explore approaches for putting out these “wildfires,” and consider how international partners can assist homegrown efforts.
Reconciliation — the process of restoring friendship, harmony and trust after a traumatic experience — is a long-term challenge facing Vietnamese communities both in Vietnam and overseas. This process encompasses truth-telling, sharing of historical facts and narratives, and ultimately creating a path toward healing and a shared future.
Join USIP for a conversation with Ghana President Nana Akufo-Addo on ways to address governance opportunities and challenges in West Africa. The discussion will also examine Ghana's critical role as a regional leader in promoting peace, stability and sustainable development. Registration coming soon. Please check back for updates.
Join USIP and the Alliance for Middle East Peace for a conversation with the pollsters who conducted this research. The discussion will delve into what they found — as well as how policymakers and peacebuilders can use this information to improve future peace processes. Registration coming soon. Please check back for updates.
Join USIP for the launch of the RISE Action Guide with an all-day, in-person symposium. The event will feature a combination of panels, interactive breakout sessions and TED-style talks to introduce the RISE content, discuss policy frameworks that are...