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Understanding Colombia’s Conflict through the Lens of Jesús Abad Colorado

Understanding Colombia’s Conflict through the Lens of Jesús Abad Colorado

Date: Thursday, October 13, 2022 / Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT

On October 13, USIP, the Washington Office on Latin America, Colombia’s National University and the Atlantic Council hosted the launch of “The Witness,” featuring reflections from Abad and Sáez on the human toll of armed conflict, the deep scars that violence creates on the environment, the resilience of victims, and the voices for peace. A reception followed the conversation.

ReconciliationPeace ProcessesHuman Rights

Twitter Space: Afghanistan One Year Later

Twitter Space: Afghanistan One Year Later

Date: Wednesday, August 31, 2022 / Time: 9:30am - 10:30am EDT

On August 31, USIP hosted a Twitter Space discussion with USIP experts on how Afghanistan has changed over the past year, what it means for the country going forward, and ways U.S. and international policy can continue to support efforts for an inclusive and stable Afghanistan that recognizes the rights of all its citizens.

Violent ExtremismDemocracy & GovernanceHuman Rights

Imagine: Reflections on Peace

Imagine: Reflections on Peace

Start: Thursday, June 2, 2022 at 10:00am / End: Monday, August 1, 2022 at 4:00pm

On June 2, 2022, the U.S. Institute of Peace together with The VII Foundation will open “Imagine: Reflections on Peace,” a multimedia exhibit that explores the themes and challenges of peacebuilding through an immersive look at societies that suffered — and survived — violent conflict. Using historical photos, texts, video profiles and interactive opportunities, the Imagine exhibit brings visitors face-to-face with the realities of violent conflict and asks the question: “Why is it so difficult to make a good peace when it is so easy to imagine?”

Human RightsPeace ProcessesReconciliationFragility & Resilience

Engaging Afghan Women and Civil Society in U.S. Policymaking

Engaging Afghan Women and Civil Society in U.S. Policymaking

Date: Thursday, July 28, 2022 / Time: 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT

USIP and other Afghan stakeholder forums joined for the launch of the U.S.-Afghan Consultative Mechanism. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken provided remarks, and U.S. Special Envoy for Afghan Women, Girls, and Human Rights Rina Amiri moderated a discussion with representatives of the USACM platform. 

GenderGlobal PolicyHuman Rights

Advancing Human Rights in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region

Advancing Human Rights in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region

Date: Friday, July 15, 2022 / Time: 9:00am - 9:45am 

On July 15, USIP hosted Rep. Jennifer Wexton (D-VA), a member of the Congressional-Executive Commission on China, and Rep. Young Kim (R-CA), vice ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, Central Asia and Nonproliferation, for a discussion on the bipartisan congressional response to the Chinese government’s human rights abuses against Uyghurs and other ethnic minorities in the XUAR.

Human RightsGlobal PolicyReligion

Protecting Gender and Sexual Minorities in Peacebuilding

Protecting Gender and Sexual Minorities in Peacebuilding

Date: Wednesday, June 29, 2022 / Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT

On June 29, USIP hosted a conversation on the vulnerabilities of gender and sexual minorities in conflict settings and the path toward their meaningful inclusion in peacebuilding. The discussion looked at how protection of LGBTQ+ persons can be integrated into broader initiatives...

GenderHuman RightsGlobal Policy

Delivering Justice for Ukraine

Delivering Justice for Ukraine

Date: Tuesday, June 28, 2022 / Time: 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT

On June 28, USIP and the Ukrainian Embassy held a discussion of ongoing legal efforts to defend Ukraine’s sovereignty and deliver justice for the Ukrainian people. This event marked the celebration of Ukrainian Constitution Day, which commemorates the signing of the country’s constitution in 1996.

Human RightsJustice, Security & Rule of Law

Preventing Mass Atrocities in Afghanistan

Preventing Mass Atrocities in Afghanistan

Date: Friday, June 3, 2022 / Time: 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

On June 3, USIP and the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum’s Simon-Skjodt Center for the Prevention of Genocide held a discussion with distinguished experts and activists to assess the atrocity risks faced by Hazaras and other vulnerable groups in Afghanistan and the key perpetrators driving the rising threat. The discussion also considered how the risks for atrocities may evolve in the coming months, and what the United States and international community can do to prevent further violence against Afghan civilians.

Human RightsJustice, Security & Rule of Law