Political Transitions in Afghanistan
On April 14, 2011, USIP hosted Dr. Abdullah Abdullah for a discussion on the security and political transitions in Afghanistan. Read the event analysis, A Voice from the Opposition: The Way Ahead in Afghanistan
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.
Southern Sudan: The New Regional Player
On April 14, 2011, the United States Institute of Peace (USIP) and the Great Lakes Policy Forum convenved a panel to discuss the impact of the new state of Southern Sudan on the Great Lakes region.
How Pakistan Negotiates with the United States
Howard and Teresita Schaffer, authors of "How Pakistan Negotiates with the United States: Riding the Roller Coaster" (USIP Press, April 2011), and panelists discussed past, present and future U.S.-Pakistan negotiations and relations. Read the event analysis, Negotiating the Pakistani-U.S. Relationship, One Step at a Time
Talk with Father Ivo Markovic, a Bosnian Friar
Father Ivo Markovic, a Bosnian Friar and founder of Pontamina Choir, talked about the status of interreligious cooperation and reconciliation in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The Future of Yemen
The United States Institute of Peace (USIP) Yemen Working Group and the National Democratic Institute (NDI) hosted a video-conference with leaders of the Yemeni opposition. Read the event analysis, The Future of Yemen
Planning Workshop 2
This planning workshop was conducted to elicit information from the Roundtable membership about the opportunities for and challenges to peacebuilding around the world. It used a structured problem-solving approach to help organize discussions, identify common interests, and consider ways in which technology, science, and engineering may play a role in advancing the cause of peace. Following the workshop, staff created a draft strategic plan for the Roundtable's inaugural meeting, held on Ma...
Revisiting Security Sector Reform in Liberia: A Discussion with the Liberian Defense Minister
This event, co-hosted by the United States Institute of Peace (USIP) and the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), will feature Liberian Defense Minister Brownie Samukai who will discuss prospects for peace in Liberia and the sub-region.
Forecasting the Future
This panel introduced new and original data on the impact of social media across the Middle East.
eSeminar on Business and Peace
The eSeminar is a two-week long online event, hosting three incremental sessions provided with pre-written issue-summary papers to begin the discussion with, as well as supplemental research and legislation on Business and Peace. The event page on INEC will be the central location for all materials, resources, issue-summary papers, and links to the discussion pages.
'The Fruit of Our Labor': Afghan Perspectives in Film
The "Fruit of Our Labor" is a collection of Afghan short films that bring to life ordinary Afghans' efforts to address their challenging social and economic conditions. The films present a fresh view of Afghanistan; stories of ability, need, and survival. Join us for a screening of several of these films. PLEASE NOTE TIME CHANGE: This event will now begin at 3:00pm EST and not 2:30pm EST.