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.
On April 23, USIP hosted a critical and timely discussion with ten northern Nigerian governors on the frontlines of the country's most pressing challenges. The conversation explored Nigeria's prospects for peace, what Nigerian citizens and leaders can do to manage tensions or violence, the most important issues for the state governors, and how stability in northern Nigeria can contribute to progress and prosperity for the country.
On April 16, USIP hosted the Africa Futures Summit to examine approaches to catalyze Africa’s potential to benefit and shape the global system. Discussions drew on the African Futures research, forecasting and policy analysis led by the Institute for Security Studies, along with perspectives from Africa, the African Diaspora and American experts.
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.
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.
On November 13, USIP hosted a conversation with frontline organizations and experts from Central Africa that explored civil society’s role in confronting disinformation and discussed potential ways to promote peace and security in the region.
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.
Join USIP for an online discussion with four South Sudanese leaders as they share their insights on what’s at stake ahead of the 2024 national elections, what strategies they are using to promote nonviolence across the country, and what advice they have for Washington decision-makers.
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.
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.
On December 16, USIP, the National Democratic Institute, the International Republican Institute, the National Endowment for Democracy, and the International Foundation for Electoral Systems held an in-person conversation with President Muhammadu Buhari of Nigeria.