Events at USIP

On April 16, USIP hosted the Africa Futures Summit to examine approaches to catalyze Africa’s potential to benefit and shape the global system. Discussions drew on the African Futures  research , forecasting and policy analysis led by the Institute for Security Studies, along with perspectives from Africa, the African Diaspora and American experts. Panel Discussion Jason Braganza  Executive Direct...

On April 16, USIP hosted the Africa Futures Summit to examine approaches to catalyze Africa’s potential to benefit and shape the global system. Discussions drew on the African Futures  research , forecasting and policy analysis led by the Institute for Security Studies, along with perspectives from Africa, the African Diaspora and American experts. Opening Remarks Dr. Joseph Sany Vice President, A...

On April 16, USIP hosted the Africa Futures Summit to examine approaches to catalyze Africa’s potential to benefit and shape the global system. Discussions drew on the African Futures  research , forecasting and policy analysis led by the Institute for Security Studies, along with perspectives from Africa, the African Diaspora and American experts. Panel Discussion Maria Kisumbi Director, Policy a...

In his new book, “American Diplomacy Toward Lebanon: Lessons in Foreign Policy and the Middle East,” former U.S. Ambassador to Lebanon David Hale explores the legacy of U.S.-Lebanon relations. On April 2, USIP hosted a discussion with Hale on his new book and how past U.S. diplomatic engagement with Lebanon can offer valuable lessons for American diplomatic tradecraft in the Middle East and beyond...

Since the early days of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the question of whether to use seized Russian assets — worth approximately $300 billion — to pay for the eventual reconstruction of war-torn Ukraine has been the subject of extended debate within the global community. On March 13, USIP and Ukrainian Minister of Justice Denys Leontiyovych Maliuska hosted a discussion on the potential...

On February 24, 2021, India and Pakistan announced a renewal of the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kashmir. On March 8, USIP hosted a conversation on the LoC ceasefire that explored findings from a new USIP report, “ The 2021 India-Pakistan Ceasefire: Origins, Prospects, and Lessons Learned ,” the factors that have helped keep the ceasefire in place, and what new regional dynamics co...

On March 1 -- ahead of International Women’s Day and on the first day of Women’s History Month -- USIP recognized and celebrated the awardee and finalists for USIP's 2023  Women Building Peace Award . The conversation explored how these four fearless women from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Haiti, Kenya and Syria are making history while working for a peaceful future. Speakers Marcia Myers Car...

On February 27, USIP and the Atlantic Council hosted a discussion with former U.S. ambassadors to Ukraine and Russia analyzing the current battlefield situation, the importance of Western aid and the disastrous consequences that would result without it, and what can be done to secure Ukraine and its democracy long term. Speakers Lise Grande ,  opening remarks  President and CEO, U.S. Institute of...

On February 22, USIP hosted a conversation on what’s changed in the month since riots engulfed Papua New Guinea, the Pacific Islands' largest and most populous nation, as well as how U.S. and international policymakers can respond to the causes that are driving instability there.  Speakers Brian Harding ,  moderator Senior Expert, Southeast Asia and Pacific Islands, U.S. Institute of Peace Gordon...

On February 21, USIP hosted a discussion featuring perspectives from regional experts and former government officials on practical options to respond to a rapidly shifting political landscape in the western Sahel. The conversation followed the publication of the  final report  of the  USIP Bipartisan Sahel Senior Study Group  and explored opportunities for mitigating conflict and advancing durable...

On February 16, USIP, the Institute of Current World Affairs and American Purpose hosted the final event in a series featuring prominent figures in Russia’s exile community. This conversation examined plausible scenarios for a post-authoritarian Russia, including questions on decolonialization, collective understanding of history and Russian identity, the interests of minority regions, and the pos...

On February 15, USIP, in collaboration with the U.S. State Department, hosted a conversation on the economic components of the Indo-Pacific Strategy, the strategic alliances formed under this framework, and the milestones achieved since its inaugural date. Speakers Lise Grande   President and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace Dr. Mira Rapp-Hooper Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director f...

On February 13, USIP hosted a discussion with U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Jessica Lewis on the future of security sector governance and how the United States works to improve partner transparency, accountability and oversight in its security sector assistance. Speakers Jessica Lewis Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Political-Military Affairs, U.S. Department of State Lise Grande ,  moderator ...

On February 6, 2023, a series of devastating earthquakes rattled Syria and Turkey, necessitating a robust international response in an already challenging environment amid ongoing conflict and displacement. A year later, USIP hosted a conversation with individuals who experienced the disaster firsthand and were involved in the relief effort. Speakers Bachir Tajaldin Country Director, Syria and Tur...

More than 7 million Sudanese civilians have been displaced and millions more are facing limited access to basic services — including food, water and medical supplies — since the war between the Sudan Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces broke out in April 2023. On January 31, USIP hosted remarks from USAID Administrator Samantha Power and a conversation with frontline Sudanese responders and...

Almost a decade following the ISIS-perpetrated genocide against them, the Yazidi community faces considerable challenges in seeking justice. On January 29, USIP and the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum’s Simon-Skjodt Center for the Prevention of Genocide hosted a discussion on the current challenges facing the Yazidi community and possible ways to strengthen their ability to recover from genocide. S...

On January 24, USIP and El Faro English held a conversation on the marginalization and displacement of the Garifuna population in Honduras. The discussion examined how discrimination, climate change, and conflicts over land rights help drive migration to the United States and explored policy options that can help protect human rights and curb migration. Speakers Mary Speck ,  introductory remarks...

USIP’s new report, “ Mapping the Religious Landscape of Ukraine ,” analyzes the nuanced connections between religion and Ukrainian society. On January 18, USIP held a conversation with the report’s authors and other experts on religion in Ukraine to discuss religion, politics and security in Ukraine today. Speakers Peter Mandaville ,  moderator  Senior Advisor, Religion and Inclusive Societies, U....

On January 13, Taiwanese voters selected a new president and legislature. On January 17, USIP held a conversation on the significance of the election results and the implications for peace and security in the Taiwan Strait. Speakers Evan Medeiros  Senior Advisor, U.S. Institute of Peace Vincent Chao  Spokesperson for William Lai and Head of International Affairs, Democratic Progressive Party (Taiw...

On December 14, USIP — in partnership with the missions of Haiti, Trinidad and Tobago, and the United States of America to the Organization of American States (OAS)— hosted a discussion with former U.N. special representatives that explored the challenges facing these renewed efforts to stabilize Haiti’s security and political environments. Speakers Keith Mines,  opening remarks Vice President, La...

On December 12, USIP and Georgetown University’s Institute for the Study of Diplomacy hosted a discussion on how American diplomacy can effectively engage in an evolving multilateral system. Speakers Ambassador Barbara Bodine ,  welcoming remarks Director and Distinguished Professor, Institute for the Study of Diplomacy, Georgetown University Mona Yacoubian ,  moderator Vice President, Middle East...

On December 12, USIP hosted a conversation with Tim Eaton on DDR in Libya. The discussion explored his report’s findings and the need to calibrate DDR efforts to local contexts in Libya — with the hope that a flexible program might be replicated in other locations and eventually expanded to the national level. Speakers Mona Yacoubian ,  introductory remarks  Vice President, Middle East and North A...

On December 11, USIP hosted a conversation -- as part of its Congressional Newsmaker Series -- with U.S. Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) exploring his views on the current Israel-Hamas war. Speakers Senator Tom Cotton  (R-AR) U.S. Senator from Arkansas Roger Zakheim Member, U.S. Institute of Peace Board of Directors; Washington Director, Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute   For more inf...

On December 5, USIP held a discussion on the state of the conflict in Transnistria and efforts to combat Russia’s malign influence, propaganda, and destabilization activities in Moldova. The conversation also looked at Moldova’s broader trajectory as it moves toward EU accession and how the current challenges will shape the country’s future. Speakers Ambassador Viorel Ursu ,  keynote remarks Ambas...

On December 5, USIP hosted a conversation with Andriy Yermak, head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, on President Zelensky’s 10-point peace plan and how the United States can help reinforce Ukraine’s ability to set the terms for peace and assert its sovereignty after the war on the battlefield is over. Speakers Lise Grande ,  opening remarks President and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace Amba...