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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.

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Personal Stories from the Frontlines of War and Peace

Personal Stories from the Frontlines of War and Peace

Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2015 / Time: 10:00am - 11:30am 

From Iraq to Burma, from Peru to Yemen, from Nicaragua to Nepal, the personal stories of widows, children, workers, and soldiers often are lost in the cacophony of war.  The U.S. Institute of Peace hosted a discussion and launch of "Speaking Their Peace: Personal Stories from the Frontlines of War and Peace," a book that tells the extraordinary stories of "ordinary" people from eleven conflict zones. This event included a moderated discussion with the book's author, Colette Rausch, and two members of the team that captured these memorable interviews, followed by a reception and book-signing session.

Justice, Security & Rule of Law

Aid to Civil Society: A Movement Mindset

Aid to Civil Society: A Movement Mindset

Date: Friday, March 6, 2015 / Time: 9:00am - 10:30am 

People worldwide have been stirred by the dramatic images of “people power” movements calling for democracy and economic justice. The U.S. Institute of Peace held a panel discussion on Friday, March 6, on strategies for governments and non-government supporters to lend backing to movements for social change.

Conflict Analysis & Prevention;  Mediation, Negotiation & Dialogue;  Nonviolent Action

Tackling Corruption in the Midst of War: Can Ukraine Change the Equation?

Tackling Corruption in the Midst of War: Can Ukraine Change the Equation?

Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2015 / Time: 9:00am - 10:30am 

The Ukrainian government has pledged to undertake a major campaign to root out corruption. But a year after the departure of former President Yanukovych, the pace of reform continues to drag. USIP hosted a panel discussion on Tuesday, March 3, that evaluated the prospects for reducing corruption in Ukraine and how change could be accelerated.

Conflict Analysis & Prevention;  Democracy & Governance

Global Security and Gender - A Forum with Sweden’s Foreign Minister Margot Wallström

Global Security and Gender - A Forum with Sweden’s Foreign Minister Margot Wallström

Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2015 / Time: 11:00am - 12:15pm 

The U.S. Institute of Peace, in collaboration with the Embassy of Sweden, hosted a forum with new Swedish Foreign Minister Margot Wallström on diplomacy and gender equality in a challenging global security environment. The forum, followed by a panel discussion and a reception, took place at the Institute on Wednesday, January 28.

Gender;  Justice, Security & Rule of Law

Rhythms at the Intersection of Peace and Conflict

Rhythms at the Intersection of Peace and Conflict

Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2014 / Time: 5:30am - 9:00am 

USIP and the Conflict Prevention & Resolution Forum presented an exciting new movie and corresponding panel discussion on the intersection between music and nonviolent civic action.