Screening of BAFTA-Winner "My Childhood, My Country: 20 Years in Afghanistan”
On October 19, USIP hosted a screening of the award-winning documentary — as well as a discussion with co-director and co-writer Phil Grabsky.
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.
Understanding Colombia’s Conflict through the Lens of Jesús Abad Colorado
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.
Dialogue on War Legacies and Peace in Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia
USIP hosted a two-part livestream of USIP’s Dialogue on War Legacies and Peace. The event brought together diplomats, advocates and authors to draw lessons from U.S. engagement in Southeast Asia that could apply to conflicts elsewhere in the world. The inspiring presentations looked at how Vietnamese, Laotians and Cambodians are healing from wartime suffering and building a future based on trust and shared interests.
Twitter Space: What Comes Next for Russia, Ukraine and Europe’s Peace and Security
The consequences of Putin’s war against Ukraine continue to reverberate throughout Europe, challenging the rules-based international order for maintaining peace and security. While Putin had been aggressive in pursuit of his territorial ambitions in the past, the brazenness of Russia’s invasion last February made it clear that his pattern of escalation posed a major threat to peace throughout Europe.
The Persistent Challenge of Extremism in Bangladesh
A recent USIP Special Report surveys the contemporary dynamics, drivers, and manifestations of Islamist extremism in Bangladesh. To discuss the report and its implications, on September 29, USIP and the report’s authors, Mubashar Hasan and Geoffrey Macdonald, hosted a timely virtual discussion moderated by USIP senior advisor Daniel Markey.
Exiting Violence: Disengagement and Reconciliation for Community-Based Armed Groups
On September 28, USIP and the RESOLVE Network hosted a virtual conversation as part of the seventh annual RESOLVE Global Forum Series. The discussion examined the complex interactions between armed groups, civilians, state actors and international security — as well as how members disengage from CBAGs and reconcile with their local communities.
Reimagining Crisis Response: How to Save Lives and Livelihoods
On September 27, USIP hosted a conversation with U.N. Development Programme Administrator Achim Steiner on how countries affected by conflict have been impacted by recent global shocks — as well as how the international community, including the United Nations, will need to reimagine development in the context of crisis to prevent further instability and economic disruption.
2022 Generation Change Exchange with His Holiness the Dalai Lama
Over this two-day event, youth leaders shared their experiences and challenges building peace in their communities and heard from His Holiness, who reflected on their struggles against violence, prejudice and extremism while providing inspiration to help these leaders maintain inner strength in their pursuit of peace amid violent conflict in their countries.
Peace Day Open House
Celebrate the International Day of Peace with a visit to USIP! The Institute will open its doors for an open house with guided tours, informational exhibits and interactive stations for visitors. Come visit this nonpartisan, public institution and meet USIP staff and experts who work on peacebuilding around the world.
China’s Influence on the Freely Associated States
On September 20, USIP hosted a look at the final report from the USIP Senior Study Group on China’s Influence on the Freely Associated States — the fifth in a series. The study group’s co-chairs examined the report’s findings and discussed how Beijing’s growing presence in the region is affecting political, economic and security trends in the FAS.