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Africa at the Crossroads: A Conversation with DRC President and AU Chair Félix Tshisekedi and Rep. Karen Bass (D-CA)

Africa at the Crossroads: A Conversation with DRC President and AU Chair Félix Tshisekedi and Rep. Karen Bass (D-CA)

Date: Tuesday, July 20, 2021 / Time: 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

On July 20, USIP hosted a discussion with President Tshisekedi and Rep. Karen Bass (D-CA), chair of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, and Global Human Rights that focused on a range of important issues confronting Africa, including strengthening democracy, human rights, economic growth, COVID vaccine availability and responding to peace and security challenges.

Democracy & GovernanceFragility & ResilienceConflict Analysis & Prevention

Peace and Conflict Diplomacy in a Turbulent World

Peace and Conflict Diplomacy in a Turbulent World

Date: Thursday, June 10, 2021 / Time: 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

On June 10, USIP hosted a conversation on how to adapt our diplomatic strategies to shape a more effective, agile and inclusive system of international cooperation, as well as considered how to make room for diverse voices — including regional organizations and civil society — while maintaining a sense of unity and common purpose.

Global PolicyFragility & ResilienceMediation, Negotiation & Dialogue

Leaving Boko Haram Behind

Leaving Boko Haram Behind

Date: Thursday, May 27, 2021 / Time: 10:00am - 11:15am EDT

On May 27, USIP hosted experts on Nigeria and violent extremism to discuss timely, policy-relevant findings about what it really takes for armed actors to leave terrorism behind. The conversation looked at ways to better understand policy relevant trends like the risks of recidivism, explored effective predictors of support for violence, and uncovered how community members actually view reintegratees.

Violent ExtremismReconciliationFragility & Resilience

Contested Waters: Flashpoints for Conflict in Asia

Contested Waters: Flashpoints for Conflict in Asia

Date: Tuesday, December 1, 2020 / Time: 9:00am - 10:30am EST

On December 1, USIP held a virtual discussion on the future of water conflict and water diplomacy. Environmental peacebuilding experts and activists from Burma, India, and Pakistan discussed the strategies they use to mitigate water conflict risks in their countries, and examined insights from a new USIP report, “Water Conflict Pathways and Peacebuilding Strategies,” that may help develop early warning indicators for emerging water-based conflicts.

EnvironmentConflict Analysis & PreventionFragility & ResilienceEconomics

Kyrgyzstan's Unfinished "Revolution"

Kyrgyzstan's Unfinished "Revolution"

Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2020 / Time: 10:00am - 11:30am EST

On October 28, USIP held a discussion on the ongoing situation in Kyrgyzstan and its implications for peace and stability in Central Asia. The conversation examined how organized crime, youth mobilization, social media, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic have factored into the crisis. The discussion also analyzed how the United States and the region, including Kyrgyzstan’s Central Asian neighbors and Russia, are assessing and responding to the developments. 

Conflict Analysis & PreventionDemocracy & GovernanceFragility & Resilience