Latest Episodes

AI and the Next Generation of Peacebuilders
On September 8, USIP held a conversation on the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence, or AI, that examined its potential as both a...

Democracy Dividends: A Fireside Chat with Costa Rica's President Rodrigo Chaves
On August 29, USIP hosted Costa Rica’s President Rodrigo Chaves for a discussion highlighting the crucial role of democracy in fostering enduring peace, stability...

From Monitoring to Action: Preventing Atrocities in Sudan
On July 28, USIP held a discussion delving into the work of the Sudan Conflict Observatory, Youth Citizens Observers Network and other monitoring organizations...

Sri Lanka: One Year after the Aragalaya
On July 25, USIP hosted a conversation on Sri Lanka’s trajectory since the Aragalaya protests last year. The discussion examined the island’s economic recovery,...

Russia in Africa: The Wagner Group, Russia-Africa Summit and Beyond
On July 19, USIP hosted a conversation on Russia’s growing footprint in Africa. The discussion examined Russia’s relations with African states — particularly regarding...

The Global Security Threat Posed by Southeast Asia’s Criminal Enclaves
On July 18, USIP hosted experts from Southeast Asia for a conversation on cyber-enabled transnational crime in the region. The discussion examined the connection...