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Reconciliation and Redemption in Vietnam

Reconciliation and Redemption in Vietnam

Date: Thursday, March 30, 2023 / Time: 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

Join USIP for a conversation with George Black and several of the leading figures profiled in his new book. The discussion will explore their intersecting efforts to orchestrate political reconciliation and personal redemption, demonstrating how former enemies can transform into friends and partners.

Reconciliation

Justice, Accountability and Sustained Momentum for Democracy

Justice, Accountability and Sustained Momentum for Democracy

Date: Tuesday, March 28, 2023 / Time: 9:30am - 11:00am EDT

Join USIP and the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Global Criminal Justice and Bureau of Conflict and Stabilization Operations for a discussion on how formal and transitional justice mechanisms have created or sustained momentum for democracy in states where democratic values are threatened by authoritarianism and conflict. The conversation will include renowned civil society activists and Nobel laureates from Colombia, The Gambia and Ukraine who have worked to make justice processes more inclusive of — and available to — vulnerable populations as they seek to address the full breadth of harms suffered by civilian populations.

Women’s Leadership in Peace, Democracy and Political Transitions in the Horn of Africa

Women’s Leadership in Peace, Democracy and Political Transitions in the Horn of Africa

Date: Monday, March 27, 2023 / Time: 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT

Join USIP for a conversation with two prominent women, peace and security champions from the Horn of Africa on the sidelines of the U.S. Summit for Democracy. The discussion will look at the role of women’s inclusion and participation in advancing democratic political transitions to achieve sustainable peace.

Democracy & GovernanceGenderPeace Processes

Securing the Peace in Ukraine

Securing the Peace in Ukraine

Date: Monday, March 27, 2023 / Time: 10:00am - 11:30am EDT

Join USIP for a discussion on the tensions between security, democracy and civil liberties, the costs and benefits of total defense/comprehensive security models, and the regulation and oversight of strong security sectors. The conversation will examine lessons learned from Nordic and Baltic states, which could represent a thoughtful roadmap for ensuring Ukraine’s democracy continues to stand strong while maintaining effective and transparent security institutions that credibly deter interstate aggression.

Democracy & GovernanceFragility & ResilienceJustice, Security & Rule of Law

Rescuing Democracy in Myanmar

Rescuing Democracy in Myanmar

Date: Friday, March 24, 2023 / Time: 10:00am - 11:30am EDT

Join USIP for a conversation with U.S. and Burmese experts that will look at the impact of the democracy deficit on peace in Myanmar and the critical role of democracy in shaping a peaceful future.

Democracy & GovernancePeace Processes

Urban Peacebuilding:  Lessons from Latin America’s Mayors

Urban Peacebuilding: Lessons from Latin America’s Mayors

Date: Thursday, March 23, 2023 / Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm EDT

Join USIP for a discussion about criminal violence with local officials from Colombia, Mexico and the northern tier of Central America. These frontline officials will discuss both their achievements and ongoing challenges in providing the immediate security that citizens demand while also addressing the long-term structural drivers of violent crime.

Conflict Analysis & PreventionDemocracy & GovernanceJustice, Security & Rule of LawViolent Extremism

What to Expect in the Year of India

What to Expect in the Year of India

Date: Thursday, March 9, 2023 / Time: 9:30am - 10:30am EST

On March 9, USIP hosted a conversation with India experts moderated by Dr. Sameer Lalwani, that explored what “the year of India” means for the country’s trajectory going forward, including how its growing economy and international stature will factor into its multi-aligned foreign policy approach.

Conflict Analysis & PreventionGlobal Policy

Accountability in the 'Age of Impunity'

Accountability in the 'Age of Impunity'

Date: Wednesday, March 8, 2023 / Time: 10:00am - 11:00am EST

On March 8, USIP hosted a conversation with David Miliband, president and CEO of the International Rescue Committee (IRC), about his work to shed light on growing global trends toward impunity in conflict and the need to reassert protections for civilians and humanitarian aid in conflict, break the cycle of crisis, and strengthen systems of accountability in the international system.

Conflict Analysis & PreventionHuman RightsJustice, Security & Rule of Law