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Peace, Security and Prosperity in the Sahel

Peace, Security and Prosperity in the Sahel

Date: Wednesday, February 21, 2024 / Time: 9:30am - 11:00am EST

On February 21, USIP hosted a discussion featuring perspectives from regional experts and former government officials on practical options to respond to a rapidly shifting political landscape in the western Sahel. The conversation followed the publication of the final report of the USIP Bipartisan Sahel Senior Study Group and explored opportunities for mitigating conflict and advancing durable peace in the region.

Democracy & GovernanceCivilian-Military Relations

Frontline Civilian Response in Sudan

Frontline Civilian Response in Sudan

Date: Wednesday, January 31, 2024 / Time: 2:00pm - 3:15pm EST

On January 31, USIP hosted remarks from USAID Administrator Samantha Power and a conversation with frontline Sudanese responders and analysts. The discussion explored the experiences of Sudanese civilian-led emergency response rooms, the imperative to activate USAID’s localization agenda, and the priorities and needs of Sudanese civilians in the year ahead.

Conflict Analysis & PreventionHuman RightsPeace Processes

Ghana’s Leadership in Building Peace in West Africa

Ghana’s Leadership in Building Peace in West Africa

Date: Thursday, October 12, 2023 / Time: 10:00am - 11:00am EDT

USIP hosted a conversation with Ghana President Nana Akufo-Addo on ways to address governance opportunities and challenges in West Africa. The discussion also examined Ghana's critical role as a regional leader in promoting peace, stability and sustainable development. 

Democracy & Governance

A Conversation with Cote d’Ivoire National Assembly President Adama Bictogo

A Conversation with Cote d’Ivoire National Assembly President Adama Bictogo

Date: Tuesday, May 9, 2023 / Time: 10:30am - 11:15am EDT

On May 9, USIP hosted a conversation with the president of the Cote d’Ivoire National Assembly, His Excellency Adama Bictogo, on the role of parliamentarians in peacebuilding in Cote d’Ivoire and opportunities for partnerships with the international community as the country continues to strive for sustainable peace.

Democracy & GovernanceFragility & ResilienceViolent Extremism

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

On March 27, USIP hosted 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 looked at the role of women’s inclusion and participation in advancing democratic political transitions to achieve sustainable peace.

Democracy & GovernanceGenderPeace Processes

Africa on the Global Stage

Africa on the Global Stage

Date: Friday, November 4, 2022 / Time: 10:00am - 11:15am EDT

On November 4, USIP hosted a conversation with Ambassador Martin Kimani on ways to advance the goals of the 2022 U.S.-Africa Strategy, the U.N. Security Council’s responses to threats to peace and security in Africa and globally, and Africa’s role in advancing peace and development through efforts in the United Nations and other multilateral forums.

Global Policy