Timing
Life After Putin: Potential Scenarios for a Post-Authoritarian Russia

Life After Putin: Potential Scenarios for a Post-Authoritarian Russia

Date: Friday, February 16, 2024 / Time: 10:00am - 11:30am EST

On February 16, USIP, the Institute of Current World Affairs, and American Purpose hosted the final event in a series featuring prominent figures in Russia’s exile community. This conversation examined plausible scenarios for a post-authoritarian Russia, including questions on decolonialization, collective understanding of history and Russian identity, the interests of minority regions, and the possible role of the United States and other Western countries based on lessons learned from the post-Soviet 1990s.

Human Rights

Russia’s Malign Influence in Moldova

Russia’s Malign Influence in Moldova

Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2023 / Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST /Time: Please note the time change from 11:00am to 12:00pm EST 

On December 5, USIP held a discussion on the state of the conflict in Transnistria and efforts to combat Russia’s malign influence, propaganda, and destabilization activities in Moldova. The conversation also looked at Moldova’s broader trajectory as it moves toward EU accession and how the current challenges will shape the country’s future.

Conflict Analysis & PreventionGlobal Policy

Ukraine’s Peace Formula for a Just and Lasting Peace

Ukraine’s Peace Formula for a Just and Lasting Peace

Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2023 / Time: 10:00am - 11:00am EST

On December 5, USIP hosted a conversation with Andriy Yermak, head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, on President Zelensky’s 10-point peace plan and how the United States can help reinforce Ukraine’s ability to set the terms for peace and assert its sovereignty after the war on the battlefield is over.

Global PolicyPeace Processes

Russian Influence Operations in Latin America

Russian Influence Operations in Latin America

Date: Monday, November 6, 2023 / Time: 10:00am - 11:00am EST

On November 6, USIP and IBI Consultants hosted a presentation of a new report on Russian influence campaigns in Latin America. The conversation examined the evolution of Russia’s engagement with Latin American countries under Putin’s rule, the tools the Russian government has used to...

Democracy & GovernanceGlobal Policy

Faith Under Fire in Russia’s War on Ukraine

Faith Under Fire in Russia’s War on Ukraine

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

USIP, the Atlantic Council, and Razom for Ukraine hosted a conversation with a delegation from the All-Ukrainian Council of Churches and Religious Organizations. These senior Ukrainian religious leaders — who represent multiple branches of Christianity in Ukraine in addition to the country’s Muslim and Jewish communities — hightlighted...

Religion

Russia's New Exiles

Russia's New Exiles

Date: Monday, September 18, 2023 / Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT

On September 18, USIP, The Institute of Current World Affairs and American Purpose Magazine hosted the first in a new series of conversations with Russian exiles. This discussion explored the challenges these new exiles are facing as they look to continue their work abroad, what their future might hold, and how the media can spread their message and reach audiences both inside Russia and around the world.

The Impact of the War in Ukraine on Russian Civil Society

The Impact of the War in Ukraine on Russian Civil Society

Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023 / Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT

On June 7, USIP and New York University's Jordan Center for the Advanced Study of Russia co-hosted a discussion on the impact of the war in Ukraine on Russian civil society both at home and in exile abroad. The conversation also touched on the potential long-term implications of the war for Russian civil society and government, including in regards to relations with Europe.

Human Rights

Winning the Peace After the War

Winning the Peace After the War

Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2023 / Time: 9:30am - 10:30am EST

On February 8, USIP hosted a conversation on why supporting Ukraine’s democratic processes and institutions is pivotal for Ukraine to both win the peace for its own people and become a much-needed beacon of democracy for the regional neighborhood and beyond. 

Democracy & Governance