Global Change, Peacebuilding and USIP

This past year offered fresh proof that the world we live in is ever dynamic. We asked senior USIP leaders to explain the effect

This past year offered fresh proof that the world we live in is ever dynamic. We asked senior USIP leaders to explain the effect that events around the world and here at home will have on the U.S., and the contributions the Institute can and does make during a time of tremendous challenge – and opportunity.

USIP Missions in Afghanistan, Pakistan

Former U.S. national security adviser Stephen Hadley and other top USIP staff briefed Hill members about a trip they took to Afg

Former U.S. national security adviser Stephen Hadley and other top USIP staff briefed Hill members about a trip they took to Afghanistan and Pakistan this fall.

Karzai Calls for Meeting to Discuss U.S.-Afghan Relationship

Afghanistan's President Hamid Karzai recently called for a "consultative loya jirga." Will this historic and traditional 'grand

Afghanistan's President Hamid Karzai recently called for a "consultative loya jirga." Will this improve the U.S.-Afghanistan partnership and tighten security? Our experts stationed in Kabul weigh in.

Jordan and the Current Unrest in Syria

This week, Jordan's King Abdullah became the first Arab leader to urge Syria's President Assad to step down. Edward Gnehm, the K

This week, Jordan's King Abdullah became the first Arab leader to urge Syria's President Assad to step down. As part of an ongoing series, Edward Gnehm looks at the impact the turmoil in Syria could have on Jordan.

Who We Are

USIP is our country's global conflict management center. Created by Congress to be independent and nonpartisan, we work to prevent, mitigate and resolve international conflict without resorting to violence.

Popular Publications & Tools

	NATO Commander Visits USIP, Hears About Field Work in Libya, Afghanistan October 2011 News Feature by Gordon Lubold
	Global Change, Peacebuilding and USIP November 2011
	Peace Education November 2011 Peaceworks by Mari Fitzduff and Isabella Jean
	Turmoil in Syria: Reshaping the Middle East? November 2011

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Solving Real Problems in Difficult Places

Through analysis, action and evaluation, USIP trains peacebuilders in the U.S. and around the world.

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Latest from USIP

November 22, 2011 | Peace Brief
The Gulf States and Syria

The brief examines the interests, connections and dimensions of Syria's popular uprising in the Arab Gulf states. Emile Hokayem is the Senior Fellow for Regional Security at the International Institute for Strategic Studies-Middle East based out of Mamana, Bahrain.
November 22, 2011 | Special Report
Who Controls Pakistan’s Security Forces?

Pakistan’s civilian government must gain more security expertise, and strengthen oversight and coordination among its agencies to counter the military’s role in internal counterinsurgency policy.
November 18, 2011 | Special Report
Dowry and Division: Youth and State Building in South Sudan

Dowry inflation in South Sudan has stimulated insecurity and crime while intensifying threats against and control over female youth.
November 18, 2011 | Special Report
Security Sector Transformation in North Africa and the Middle East

International efforts to help Arab transition countries with security reform must be driven by country requests, involve many partners, and be tied to broader aims for justice, stability, and economic development.
November 18, 2011 | In the Field
The Role of Civil Society in Monitoring Afghanistan’s Extractive Industries

The project will empower civil society organizations in Afghanistan by developing tools for socio-economic monitoring, conducting a baseline survey of measurable indicators, establishing a public forum to promote accountability and publishing findings and recommendations.

Working in Conflict

USIP experts are on the ground, actively engaged in global conflict management.

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Programs Around the World

Interact with USIP

The International Network for Economics and Conflict is a comprehensive one-stop tool for practitioners of economic development working in fragile states. Participate in the discussion boards, peruse the documents in our library, watch some of the video interviews with experts returning from the field, or ask a question of our panel of experts.
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The Iran Primer offers a comprehensive but concise overview of Iran’s politics, economy, military, foreign policy, and nuclear program. It chronicles U.S.-Iran relations under six American presidents and probes five options for dealing with Iran. Organized thematically, this book provides top-level briefings by fifty experts on Iran (both Iranian and Western authors) as well as a handful of rising talent. It provides hard factual information for ready reference, thoughtful analysis, and context. The Iran Primer is a practical and accessible “go-to” resource for practitioners, policymakers, academics, and students, as well as a fascinating wealth of information for anyone interested in understanding Iran’s pivotal role in world politics.
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The Strategic Posture Review Commission, established by Congress in 2008, examined the nation’s long-term strategy regarding deterrence capabilities, arms control initiatives, and nuclear nonproliferation. The bipartisan group, whose work was facilitated by USIP, concluded in its 2009 report that nuclear dangers can be reduced if the U.S. pursues a comprehensive strategy centered on both deterrence and diplomacy.
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The Peace Media Clearinghouse connects the peacebuilding community with an unprecedented array of multimedia resources. This searchable database aggregates free videos, radio programs, serious computer games and public service announcements—along with accompanying downloadable teaching guides, curriculum and other resources. Regularly updated, the Clearinghouse provides a central site for policymakers, academics and practitioners to access, share and discuss the latest advances in media and peacebuilding around the world.
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Media as Global Diplomat II was a day-long conference with top thinkers from the public and private sectors. While public diplomacy experts struggle to develop strategic communications campaigns to win hearts and minds abroad, new research on the frontiers of neuroscience and psychology suggests a different approach. Her Majesty Queen Noor of Jordan delivered keynote remarks.
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What exactly is a “conflict entrepreneur”? What do we mean by a “resource curse”? And perhaps most importantly, what is the difference between peacekeeping, peacemaking, and peacebuilding? To help practitioners, scholars, and students answer these questions, USIP has developed Peace Terms: A Glossary of Terms for Conflict Management and Peacebuilding. This extensive glossary provides short definitions of a wide range of complex and often confusing terms used in the field of conflict resolution.

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