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The Global Security Threat Posed by Southeast Asia’s Criminal Enclaves

The Global Security Threat Posed by Southeast Asia’s Criminal Enclaves

Date: Tuesday, July 18, 2023 / Time: 10:00am - 11:00am EDT

On July 18, USIP hosted experts from the region for a conversation on cyber-enabled transnational crime in Southeast Asia. The discussion examined the connection between human trafficking and cybercrime, explored linkages to regional criminal networks, and assessed the peace and security threats to the region, the United States and the world.

Fragility & ResilienceDemocracy & GovernanceConflict Analysis & Prevention

Afghanistan’s Dire Humanitarian Situation

Afghanistan’s Dire Humanitarian Situation

Date: Wednesday, July 12, 2023 / Time: 10:00am - 11:15am EDT

On July 12, USIP, the International Rescue Committee, CARE, and the Norwegian Refugee Council hosted a discussion with distinguished experts and activists to assess the current economic and humanitarian situation in Afghanistan and its impact on the Afghan people. The conversation also explored how the situation could evolve as the Taliban continue to hold power — and what the international community can do to support the Afghan people in light of changing priorities and funding.

EconomicsFragility & Resilience

State of Migration in East and Horn of Africa

State of Migration in East and Horn of Africa

Date: Tuesday, July 11, 2023 / Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm EDT

On July 11, USIP, the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants, and one of the report’s co-publishers — the International Organization for Migration — held a discussion on the report’s key findings and recommendations. The conversation also touched on the region’s significant advances in key policy areas such as trade, labor mobility, border management, digitalization, health, gender and climate change.

Fragility & ResilienceEconomics

Preventing Social Unrest in Economic Transitions

Preventing Social Unrest in Economic Transitions

Date: Wednesday, May 17, 2023 / Time: 10:00am - 11:00am EDT

On May 17, USIP hosted a conversation on emerging research about the risks of unrest on the long road toward a more peaceful and just transition to sustainable economies in fragile contexts. Experts shared and discussed which approaches can more effectively manage these shocks that may disrupt labor markets in transitioning societies and what states can do to support their workers.

EconomicsEnvironmentFragility & Resilience

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

How to Strengthen Security Sector Assistance

How to Strengthen Security Sector Assistance

Date: Friday, May 5, 2023 / Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm EDT

On May 5, USIP hosted a conversation with the working group’s co-chairs as they presented findings from the final report. The discussion examined how elite capture of security sectors abroad can undermine the effectiveness of U.S. security sector assistance and drive violence — and what policymakers can do to make security sector assistance more effective.

Fragility & ResilienceDemocracy & GovernanceJustice, Security & Rule of Law

PeaceCon 2023: Beyond Fragile Ground

PeaceCon 2023: Beyond Fragile Ground

Date: Wednesday, May 3, 2023 / Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm 

On May 3, USIP, in partnership with the Alliance for Peacebuilding, kickstarted PeaceCon 2023 by bringing together senior officials, thought leaders, policymakers and practitioners from around the world to explore this year’s theme, “Beyond Fragile Ground: New Peacebuilding Architectures for Today and the Future,” as well as discuss new strategic approaches and peacebuilding frameworks to manage conflict and prevent violence.

Fragility & ResilienceViolent Extremism