Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution in Islam
Please join USIP's Qamar-ul Huda and this panel of experts as they celebrate the publication of Cresent and Dove; Peace and Conflict Resolution in Islam, published by USIP.
Events
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.
The 2010 Nobel Peace Prize: Predictions from Kristian Berg Harpviken
Join USIP and Peace Research Institute Oslo (PRIO) Director Kristian Berg Harpviken for a discussion of top candidates and themes for this year's Nobel Peace Prize.
Faith-Based Initiatives to End Conflict and Sexual Violence in Eastern DRC
A panel of experts shared their perspectives on effective policies and faith-based initiatives to curb civilian rape of women in Eastern DRC.
An Exchange on Women's Roles for Peace: Is Religion a Source of Strength or an Obstacle?
This public event concludes a two-day symposium on women's approaches and work to build peace. With an emphasis on the roles of religion, meeting participants will reflect with a broader audience on their conclusions, concerns and ideas for making their work for peace more effective. A reception will follow at 5 p.m.
Creating Long-term Peace in Cote d'Ivoire
Three years after Cote d'Ivoire's Ouagadougou Political Accord was signed, a number of critical tasks--including elections--remain unfulfilled. A distinguished group of civil society and religious representatives outlined the challenges that Cote d'Ivoire must undertake to strengthen its prospects for a peaceful future.
Analyzing the Political Elite of the Islamic Republic of Iran
USIP grantee Dr. Boroujerdi will present the findings of his study on the Iranian political elite at this USIP and Wilson Center co-sponsored event.
Is Nigeria a Hotbed of Islamic Extremism?
Nigeria has come under increased scrutiny as a possible hotbed of international terrorists. To discuss whether this is a credible conclusion the U.S. Institute of Peace hosted a public workshop on March 15, 2010 featuring John Paden, Clarence Robinson Professor of International Studies at George Mason University, and David R. Smock, Vice President at the U.S. Institute of Peace.
Regime and Opposition in Iran
USIP invited an expert panel to participate in a frank discussion of the conflict between the Iranian regime and the opposition and its implications for the Obama administration.
International Engagement with Somalia
Serious and contentious questions surround the issue of how the international community should relate to Somalia. Should major support be given to the Transitional Federal Government? Should the African Union peacekeeping force be expanded?
The Next Front: Southeast Asia and the Road to Global Peace with Islam
In The Next Front, co-authors Senator Christopher Bond and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Lewis M. Simons argue that the Obama administration can reverse the devastating effects of failed policies throughout the Islamic community in Southeast Asia by adopting a new "smart power" approach, one that combines the "soft" tools of diplomatic, economic and personal outreach with the fallback "hard" option of military force. By so doing, the United States can begin to reverse the growth of Isla...