USIP Supporting Transitions in the Arab World
For Immediate Release, September 28, 2011
Contact: Allison Sturma, 202-429-4725
(Washington) – The United States Institute of Peace (USIP) has named Steven Heydemann to the new position of senior adviser for Middle East Initiatives effective October 1, 2011.
In his new role at the Institute, Heydemann will assist in determining where USIP's expertise on issues of post-conflict stabilization, rule of law, transitional justice and sustainable economies can best be deployed to assist in transitions across the Middle East. He will work closely with USIP programs on the ground and explore opportunities for collaboration with other US government programs and non-governmental organizations.
"The Institute has unique experience in developing post-conflict programs that promote the rule of law, encourage reconciliation, and set the path for a strong civil society, all of which ultimately enhance our own national security," said USIP President Richard Solomon. "Steve's new role will enable USIP to implement these projects efficiently across the region."
Heydemann currently serves as senior vice president of USIP's Grants Program and as special adviser to the Muslim World Initiative. Previously, he has directed the center for Democracy and Civil Society at Georgetown University and the Social Science Research Council's Program on the Middle East and North Africa, as well as its Program on International Peace and Security.
Additional Resources:
- USIP Making a Difference: Solving Real Problems in Difficult Places, PeaceWatch Summer 2011
- The Way Forward: Building Libya's New Security Forces, September News Feature
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