Events at USIP
282 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★ - 5 ratingsThe U.S. Institute of Peace has long distinguished itself as one of Washington, D.C.’s premiere convening organizations, hosting global leaders, policymakers, and practitioners as they offer solutions for the world’s most dangerous conflict zones. Events at USIP brings those discussions to you with same-day audio from USIP events.
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What Do Africans Think About the Continent’s Future?
October 14, 2020 23:22 - 1 hour - 137 MBUSIP and Afrobarometer joined for a first look at Afrobarometer’s latest survey research and results, as well as a discussion on how the data can help guide U.S. government policy in Africa and provide key insights for policymakers on trends and potential threats to peace and security in Africa.
Empowering Afghan Women and Protecting Their Rights
October 07, 2020 18:44 - 1 hour - 165 MBUSIP, the U.S Agency for International Development, and the U.S Department of State joined for a discussion on Afghan women’s contributions, concerns, and their expectations from the international community.
The Fallout of the War in Syria
September 28, 2020 14:05 - 1 hour - 144 MBUSIP held an in-depth presentation and discussion of the World Bank’s new publication, “The Fallout of War: The Regional Consequences of the Conflict in Syria.” The panel included the report’s lead author as well as regional experts who provided insight on the economic and social effects that the Syrian conflict has had on its neighbors.
The Catholic Church and Peacebuilding
September 24, 2020 20:36 - 1 hour - 142 MBUSIP hosted an event that explored how and where the Catholic Church is able—or has the potential—to effectively support peace processes and people power movements by operating at the grassroots, engaging at the formal level, and liaising in between.
The Beginning of an End to Afghanistan’s Conflict?
September 24, 2020 20:34 - 1 hour - 116 MBUSIP hosted a discussion with U.S. Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation Zalmay Khalilzad. Since his appointment in September 2018, Special Representative Khalilzad has brokered the U.S.-Taliban agreement, enlisted regional support for a peace process, and worked with both sides to get them to the negotiating table.
COVID-19 and Cease-fires: What Have We Learned?
September 24, 2020 20:31 - 1 hour - 119 MBUSIP had a timely discussion on the strategies needed to pursue effective cease-fires in conflict zones. Drawing from recent reports, including the recent USIP publication “Searching for COVID-19 Cease-fires: Conflict Zone Impacts, Needs, and Opportunities,” panelists considered the correlation between political willpower and conflict resolution, how the secretary-general’s cease-fire appeal was perceived on the ground in conflict zones, and whether international pressure could make a differ...
Ecological Threats to Peace
September 22, 2020 20:57 - 1 hour - 126 MBUSIP and the Institute for Economics and Peace joined together for a look at the inaugural Ecological Threat Register, as experts explore the nexus between conflict and climate change and consider strategies for boosting resilience to climate-induced insecurity.
India’s Foreign Policy Outlook: An Inflection Point?
September 17, 2020 18:57 - 1 hour - 124 MBUSIP hosted one of India’s foremost diplomats and scholars, former Foreign Secretary and former Ambassador to both China and the United States Nirupama Rao, for a candid conversation that explored how Indian leaders are managing challenges in the Indo-Pacific and what we may expect from Indian foreign policy going forward.
Toward Never Again: U.S. Leadership in Atrocity Prevention
September 17, 2020 18:53 - 1 hour - 168 MBUSIP and the State Department’s Bureau of Conflict and Stabilization Operations discussed institutionalizing “never again,” and interagency efforts to prevent, mitigate, and respond to atrocity risks.
A New Direction for U.S. Policy on North Korea
September 10, 2020 14:32 - 1 hour - 173 MBUSIP convened experts to discuss what Washington has done right and wrong on North Korea and what new strategies and options the next administration should consider in dealing practically with North Korea to make real progress.
ASEAN Faces the Future
September 03, 2020 19:10 - 1 hour - 168 MBUSIP and the Lee Kwan Yew School of Public Policy joined for a virtual discussion on the upcoming forum and ASEAN’s role in building peace and resilience in Southeast Asia, featuring findings from USIP’s newly published report, “Built for Trust, Not for Conflict: ASEAN Faces the Future.”
A Conversation with Afghan Acting Foreign Minister Mohammed Haneef Atmar
August 28, 2020 16:55 - 1 hour - 110 MBUSIP hosted Minister Atmar for a virtual discussion about the Afghanistan peace process as talks with the Taliban get set to begin. The foreign minister spoke about the Afghan government’s ongoing efforts for peace and stability, as well as the role of the regional and international community in supporting peace efforts.
A Conversation with Iraq’s Foreign and Migration Ministers
August 24, 2020 15:53 - 2 hours - 220 MBUSIP held a two-part discussion with Iraq’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Fuad Hussein and Minister of Migration and Displacement Evan Faeq Jabro.
The Kashmir Conflict: A Year of Tumult
August 24, 2020 15:50 - 56 minutes - 103 MBUSIP had a conversation with the authors, focused on the tensions between India and Pakistan and prospects for resolving the bilateral dispute, as well as the domestic Kashmiri resistance and both the violent and non-violent movements within Kashmir that may challenge Indian attempts to reshape Kashmir’s status.
Sri Lanka’s Parliamentary Elections
August 18, 2020 16:48 - 1 hour - 125 MBUSIP convened experts to unpack the conduct and results of the elections, examine the nature and shape of the new parliament and discuss how it bodes for the future of democracy, rule of law, and intercommunal harmony in Sri Lanka.
Drug Trafficking and Use in Libya and North Africa
August 14, 2020 17:27 - 1 hour - 115 MBUSIP and the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime (GI-TOC) presented recently published research on drug issues in the region. USIP experts discussed their research on drug trafficking and consumption in Libya, while GI-TOC experts will analyze trends in the Maghreb as a whole.
How ISIS Really Ends
August 13, 2020 15:38 - 1 hour - 214 MBUSIP hosted CENTCOM Commander General Kenneth McKenzie and other experts for a discussion on the challenges of the post-ISIS landscape across Syria and Iraq, as well as the military’s role working alongside diplomacy and development to achieve the enduring defeat of ISIS and long-term stabilization.
Conflict, COVID and Compassion
August 12, 2020 18:30 - 1 hour - 143 MBAs the world navigates the COVID-19 pandemic, rising conflict, and growing demands for justice, the need for individual, societal, and international compassion and resilience has never been more urgent. Tune in as His Holiness the Dalai Lama, USIP President and CEO Nancy Lindborg, and Generation Change Fellows discuss these issues on the eve of International Youth Day.
Coronavirus and the Conflict in Syria
August 04, 2020 17:09 - 1 hour - 136 MBUSIP convened an expert panel discussion on the impacts of COVID-19 in Syria. The panel featured field-based medical practitioners who provided on-the-ground insight on the pandemic’s effects in northern Syria, specifically among displaced populations within Syria.
From Dissent to Democracy
August 03, 2020 14:28 - 1 hour - 142 MBJoin USIP as we host activists and scholars of nonviolent resistance for a discussion of the book’s broader lessons on how to support democratization efforts around the world. The conversation will explore new insights into the intersection of democratization and nonviolent resistance, as well as actionable recommendations for activists and policymakers working toward democratic transitions.
Advancing International Religious Freedom
July 28, 2020 15:30 - 1 hour - 118 MBUSIP hosted the honorary co-chairs of the National Prayer Breakfast, Rep. John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Rep. Tom Suozzi (D-NY). As two of the leading advocates for religious freedom in the world, the congressmen will share their experiences advancing issues of international religious freedom in Congress and abroad.
Afghanistan's Peaceful Future: Support from Central Asia
July 27, 2020 15:35 - 1 hour - 161 MBUSIP hosted Ambassadors Roya Rahmani of Afghanistan, Javlon Vakhavbov of Uzbekistan, and Erzhan Kazykhanov of Kazakhstan for a virtual discussion on how the peace process can improve opportunities for greater regional connectivity and stability around areas of mutual interest, including security, trade, and transit. U.S. Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation Zalmay Khalilzad will also provide remarks on the important role of Central Asia in the Afghan peace process.
Sino-Indian Escalation: Blip or Lasting Strategic Shift?
July 21, 2020 14:59 - 1 hour - 111 MBUSIP convened an expert panel on the Sino-Indian border clash and its implications for regional and global security. The discussion examined whether this conflict signals an emboldened shift in China’s posture toward disputed borders elsewhere, how this rivalry affects existing India-Pakistan tensions and other border disputes, and what the implications are for the United States and its allies as they push back on perceived Chinese aggression.
Congressional Perspectives on U.S.-China Relations
July 09, 2020 16:10 - 58 minutes - 108 MBUSIP hosted the co-chairs of the U.S.-China Working Group, Rep. Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Rep. Darin LaHood (R-IL), for a conversation that explored key issues facing the U.S.-China relationship, shifting views in Congress on the topic, and the role of Congress in managing rising tensions and facilitating engagement between the two countries.
The Rule of Law in Afghanistan
July 02, 2020 20:05 - 1 hour - 73.2 MBUSIP and WJP hosted an in-depth conversation on the findings of the World Justice Project's report “The Rule of Law in Afghanistan: Key Findings 2019,” as well as crucial factors for the rule of law in Afghanistan. Panelists will also discuss how the report can encourage data-driven policy choices and guide program development to strengthen the rule of law.
Where Do Iraq’s Religious and Ethnic Minorities Stand Post-ISIS?
July 02, 2020 14:53 - 1 hour - 103 MBUSIP hosted Assistant Secretary Robert A. Destro from the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL), as well as a panel of experts, for a discussion on the current reality for Iraqi religious and ethnic minorities, the international response in the aftermath of ISIS’s military defeat, and the impact of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the new Iraqi government, and potential early elections. The event also featured analysis from USIP based on its Conflict and...
H.E. Abdullah Abdullah Discusses Peace Talks in Afghanistan
June 25, 2020 17:51 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBUSIP was pleased to host Dr. Abdullah for his first public event as chairman of the newly established High Council for National Reconciliation. Dr. Abdullah discussed preparations for negotiations with the Taliban, the key issues that need to be addressed, and what can be done to strengthen national unity and consensus on peace. His address was followed by a live question and answer session. For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/he-abdullah-abdulla...
COVID in South Asia: Regional Responses
June 18, 2020 21:59 - 1 hour - 80.8 MBUSIP and experts from Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka discussed states' responses to the coronavirus pandemic across the region and what countries can do to maintain and restore their economies, health systems, and citizens’ trust in elected officials. Speakers Amb. Tariq Karim Former Bangladeshi Ambassador to the U.S. Amb. Maleeha Lodhi Former Pakistani Ambassador to the U.S. and former Pakistani Ambassador to the U.N. Dr. Paikiasothy Saravanamuttu Executive Director of the...
Harnessing Coronavirus for a Peaceful and Prosperous Africa
June 12, 2020 18:16 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBUSIP, representatives of the African Union Commission and the African Diplomatic Corps, and other experts discussed the African Union’s efforts to mobilize the fight against coronavirus while still alleviating threats to human security and international peace. Panelists discussed how COVID-19 is impacting the continent’s social and economic progress, how this year’s Africa Day theme of “Silencing the Guns, Creating Conducive Conditions for Africa’s Development” fits into the current realit...
Afghanistan’s Vision for Peace: A Conversation with H.E. President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani
June 12, 2020 16:52 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBOn June 11, 2020, the Atlantic Council’s South Asia Center and the United States Institute of Peace hosted a conversation with H.E. President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani on Afghanistan’s vision for peace and how to sustain progress towards stability and prosperity. Keynote speaker: H.E. Mohammad Ashraf Ghani President Islamic Republic of Afghanistan Featuring: Frederick Kempe President and CEO Atlantic Council Stephen Heintz President and CEO Rockefeller Brothers Fund Stephen J. Hadley (mode...
Understanding Career Foreign Fighters
June 05, 2020 18:31 - 1 hour - 71.1 MBUSIP and authors of the recent RESOLVE Network Research Report, “Career Foreign Fighters: Expertise Transmission Across Insurgencies” hosted a virtual conversation to explain their findings and share insights on the unique challenges that career foreign fighters pose, what we know about their “career” trajectories, their impact in local conflicts, and the implications for current policy and programmatic challenges. They also highlighted recommendations for future efforts to address violent e...
Tenuous Transitions in Ethiopia and Sudan
June 05, 2020 17:27 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBThe two most populous countries in the Horn of Africa—Ethiopia and Sudan—are both struggling with once-in-a-generation political transitions. Complicating these already tenuous transitions is a convergence of worrying trends, such as widespread food insecurity, severe pressure on public finances, ongoing or unresolved internal conflicts, large numbers of displaced persons, and now, the coronavirus pandemic. The fate of the transitions in Ethiopia and Sudan may determine the broader prospects...
People Power in a Pandemic
May 22, 2020 18:15 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBUSIP brought together activists and peacebuilders from South Sudan, Syria, and Venezuela for a discussion on how nonviolent movements are confronting and adjusting to their new operating environments, how they are spreading awareness about the virus and safety measures in their communities, and how they envision the post-coronavirus era in their societies. The panelists shared how they are maintaining resilience against repression and using opportunities created by the pandemic to advance...
Pakistan's Coronavirus Crisis: Provincial Perspectives
May 15, 2020 18:35 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBUSIP convened observers from all four of Pakistan's provinces to discuss each province’s on-the-ground situation related to the Coronavirus pandemic, the various provincial government responses, and what we can expect to see in the coming months.
Conflict and the Pandemic: Tackling COVID-19 in Fragile Settings
May 15, 2020 17:59 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBUSIP and the World Bank Group examined international efforts to respond to the first- and second-order impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic in fragile states. Panelists drew lessons from other recent outbreaks to consider what works in tackling pandemics on the ground in FCV settings, as well as how actors can work together to ensure responses to the COVID-19 crisis do not exacerbate existing drivers of fragility. Additionally, the panel examined how to manage long-term social and economic conse...
China’s Impact on Conflict Dynamics in the Red Sea Arena
May 01, 2020 20:59 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBUSIP and members of the China-Red Sea Arena Senior Study Group hosted an in-depth look at their new report, featuring discussions on how China’s growing presence has brought infrastructure and economic opportunities to the region, while raising concerns about the sustainability, transparency, and long-term impacts of its engagement on countries in the Horn and the Gulf. The panel discussed recommendations advanced in the report on how Washington should respond to Beijing’s growing economic, ...
Pakistan’s Coronavirus Crisis: Impact and Solutions
April 24, 2020 22:03 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBIn addition to the severe human cost, the COVID-19 crisis has forced Pakistan’s already suffering economy to a grinding halt. Social distancing policies, necessary to stop the spread of the virus, have sent the global economy reeling, paralyzed the informal economy, and left Pakistan’s most vulnerable without income and sustenance. USIP hosted a virtual expert panel to discuss the economic, political, and governance impacts of the COVID-19 crisis in Pakistan as well as potential long-term so...
The Path to Intra-Afghan Talks
April 24, 2020 21:17 - 1 hour - 82 MBUSIP and members of the Afghan government’s negotiating team held an online discussion on recent developments, the challenges of getting intra-Afghan negotiations underway, and how the country can move closer to a political settlement for the decades-long conflict.
Coronavirus and Conflict: The Security Sector Response
April 17, 2020 21:15 - 1 hour - 175 MBUSIP looked at creative solutions for responding to the confluence of coronavirus and conflict. USIP President and CEO Nancy Lindborg shared lessons from her experience responding to Ebola in West Africa and discussed why COVID-19 is a unique challenge to conflict-affected regions. This was followed by a panel discussion with experts from around the world on how security sectors are responding to coronavirus, how local communities are making their voices heard, and what practical interventio...
Global Trends in the Rule of Law
April 17, 2020 20:11 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBUSIP and the World Justice Project (WJP) delved into the findings from the WJP Rule of Law Index 2020. WJP’s chief research officer reviewed important insights and data trends from the report.
The Impact of Coronavirus on North Korea
April 17, 2020 19:50 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBUSIP hosted an online discussion with experts on the latest information regarding the COVID-19 situation in North Korea, the impact of COVID-19 on North Korea’s isolation vis-à-vis the international sanctions regime, the potential for instability in North Korean society, and the potential for sanctions relief to aid coronavirus response efforts.
Colombian Human Rights Leaders Protect Their Peace
February 25, 2020 14:41 - 1 hour - 219 MBOrganized by the Swedish humanitarian agency Diakonia and the ACT Church of Sweden, the Colombian National Prize for the Defense of Human Rights honors social leaders as they continue to defend their communities’ right to security, land, education, health, reparations, and access to justice under the 2016 deal.
Ending Our Endless War in Afghanistan
February 19, 2020 16:17 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBAfter over a year of intensive talks, press reports indicate that an official agreement between the U.S. and Taliban is imminent. The agreement reportedly begins with an immediate reduction in violence by all sides, followed by the signing of a U.S.-Taliban agreement. USIP hosted a panel of former U.S. government senior officials to discuss the significance of the reported agreement, the potential for a sustainable and inclusive peace process, and what this latest development means for bring...
A Changing Ethiopia: Understanding Medemer
February 13, 2020 19:48 - 1 hour - 204 MBDuring this crucial period of reform and uncertainty in Ethiopia, USIP hosted a distinguished panel including representatives of the Office of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed to look at the questions, possibilities, and problems offered by medemer.
North Korea’s Lost Generation
February 01, 2020 01:30 - 1 hour - 159 MBAmid concerns about the North Korean nuclear threat and the dashed hopes for a breakthrough in U.S.-North Korea negotiations, the health and human rights of arguably the most vulnerable victims of the ongoing humanitarian crisis—North Korean children—have been overlooked.
The Future of Multilateral Peacebuilding
January 30, 2020 15:37 - 1 hour - 208 MBUSIP, The Stimson Center, Alliance for Peacebuilding, and the United Nations Association of the National Capital Area partnered for a timely discussion on the future of the multilateral system and the potential for practical, innovative reform with U.N. Undersecretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs Rosemary DiCarlo, the highest-ranking American currently serving at the United Nations and the first woman to hold the position.
Healing Afghanistan Through Art
January 29, 2020 01:35 - 1 hour - 122 MBOn January 28, USIP and ArtLords founders Omaid Sharifi and Kabir Mokamel held a conversation on Afghan art, music, and culture and the important role they play in uniting Afghans during this pivotal but uncertain moment in the peace process. Sharifi and Mokamel were joined by artist and activist Hamidullah Natiq for a discussion of their art, activism, and peace.
Pakistan 2020: The Year Ahead
January 28, 2020 01:37 - 1 hour - 172 MBOn January 27, USIP convened a group of experts to help decipher Pakistan’s tumultuous landscape and assess the year ahead. This conversation explored several key implications for U.S. policy as well, including the state of civil-military relations following the army chief’s extension, prospects for Pakistan’s economic future and whether early signs may portend a recovery, and the ongoing challenges posed by the situation in Kashmir.
Disengaging from Violent Extremism
January 23, 2020 16:26 - 1 hour - 159 MBUSIP kicked off our VEDR initiative to progress past conventional notions of deradicalization—which generally focus on transforming a person’s beliefs about ideologies—and instead develop a systemic approach that simultaneously encourages disengagement and builds social cohesion and community resilience to prevent the reoccurrence of violence.
A Governance Agenda for Preventing Violence in a Fragile World - Part 2
January 08, 2020 16:36 - 57 minutes - 105 MBJoin USIP, the National Democratic Institute, and the George W. Bush Institute for a timely discussion on political transitions out of fragility. This event brings together thought leaders and practitioners from across the peacebuilding, development, security, and democracy and governance communities. Part Two of this event features former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, Ambassador Derek Mitchell and USIP President and CEO, Nancy Lindborg.