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#COP30, Belém: countries made some important moves on adaptation, finance & just transition, yet left the biggest gap unresolved: an agreement to transition away from fossil fuels. IPI continued the work we’ve done all year, building trust & encouraging compromise needed for climate cooperation.
November 25, 2025 at 8:44 PM
#COP30, Belém: countries made some important moves on adaptation, finance & just transition, yet left the biggest gap unresolved: an agreement to transition away from fossil fuels. IPI continued the work we’ve done all year, building trust & encouraging compromise needed for climate cooperation.
🔔 New on the GO:
CJ Pine on what the Security Council must do to respond meaningfully to the atrocities in El Fasher—and why statements alone are not enough.
👉 https://bit.ly/49wBLnx
CJ Pine on what the Security Council must do to respond meaningfully to the atrocities in El Fasher—and why statements alone are not enough.
👉 https://bit.ly/49wBLnx
November 21, 2025 at 2:30 PM
🔔 New on the GO:
CJ Pine on what the Security Council must do to respond meaningfully to the atrocities in El Fasher—and why statements alone are not enough.
👉 https://bit.ly/49wBLnx
CJ Pine on what the Security Council must do to respond meaningfully to the atrocities in El Fasher—and why statements alone are not enough.
👉 https://bit.ly/49wBLnx
✨ New voices are joining IPI’s Center for Peace Operations!
We’re proud to welcome Eugene Chen and Nur Laiq as our newest Non-Resident Advisers.
We look forward to their contributions and the valuable perspectives they will bring to IPI’s community.
We’re proud to welcome Eugene Chen and Nur Laiq as our newest Non-Resident Advisers.
We look forward to their contributions and the valuable perspectives they will bring to IPI’s community.
November 19, 2025 at 11:23 PM
✨ New voices are joining IPI’s Center for Peace Operations!
We’re proud to welcome Eugene Chen and Nur Laiq as our newest Non-Resident Advisers.
We look forward to their contributions and the valuable perspectives they will bring to IPI’s community.
We’re proud to welcome Eugene Chen and Nur Laiq as our newest Non-Resident Advisers.
We look forward to their contributions and the valuable perspectives they will bring to IPI’s community.
🔔 New on the GO:
Nicola Williams on how digital and cyber warfare—from deepfakes to cyberattacks—is reshaping conflict, and what mediators must do to adapt.
👉 https://bit.ly/4r84dCx
Nicola Williams on how digital and cyber warfare—from deepfakes to cyberattacks—is reshaping conflict, and what mediators must do to adapt.
👉 https://bit.ly/4r84dCx
November 19, 2025 at 2:30 PM
🔔 New on the GO:
Nicola Williams on how digital and cyber warfare—from deepfakes to cyberattacks—is reshaping conflict, and what mediators must do to adapt.
👉 https://bit.ly/4r84dCx
Nicola Williams on how digital and cyber warfare—from deepfakes to cyberattacks—is reshaping conflict, and what mediators must do to adapt.
👉 https://bit.ly/4r84dCx
As talks continue at #COP30 in Belém, we are supporting the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS) in key consultations on the Global Goal on Adaptation (GGA).
The GGA aims to define how countries prepare for and respond to climate impacts — a critical issue for Small Island Developing States.
The GGA aims to define how countries prepare for and respond to climate impacts — a critical issue for Small Island Developing States.
November 18, 2025 at 5:32 PM
As talks continue at #COP30 in Belém, we are supporting the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS) in key consultations on the Global Goal on Adaptation (GGA).
The GGA aims to define how countries prepare for and respond to climate impacts — a critical issue for Small Island Developing States.
The GGA aims to define how countries prepare for and respond to climate impacts — a critical issue for Small Island Developing States.
This week, IPI’s WPS team traveled to Italy to join practitioners and peacekeeping experts in Vicenza for the annual International Association of Peacekeeping Training Centers (IAPTC) Conference.
November 14, 2025 at 8:30 PM
This week, IPI’s WPS team traveled to Italy to join practitioners and peacekeeping experts in Vicenza for the annual International Association of Peacekeeping Training Centers (IAPTC) Conference.
#HappeningNow: Meet the Parties - Strengthening Multilateral Diplomacy through Inclusive Engagement with Non-state Actors
🤝 In partnership with Independent Diplomat
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🤝 In partnership with Independent Diplomat
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Strengthening Multilateral Diplomacy via Engagement with Non-state Actors
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November 13, 2025 at 6:17 PM
#HappeningNow: Meet the Parties - Strengthening Multilateral Diplomacy through Inclusive Engagement with Non-state Actors
🤝 In partnership with Independent Diplomat
youtu.be/gdcvhFGMpCo
🤝 In partnership with Independent Diplomat
youtu.be/gdcvhFGMpCo
📢 #Happening Now: A closed-door roundtable for “Meet the Parties: Strengthening Multilateral Diplomacy through Inclusive Engagement with Non-State Actors” is underway at IPI, co-hosted with Independent Diplomat.
November 13, 2025 at 5:17 PM
📢 #Happening Now: A closed-door roundtable for “Meet the Parties: Strengthening Multilateral Diplomacy through Inclusive Engagement with Non-State Actors” is underway at IPI, co-hosted with Independent Diplomat.
🔔 THURSDAY: 📅 November 13 | ⏰ 1:00 PM EST | 📍 Hybrid
Join IPI and Independent Diplomat for a discussion on innovative means to engage non-state actors in multilateral conflict resolution and prevention.
👉 Click here to register: https://bit.ly/4oyEAcj
Join IPI and Independent Diplomat for a discussion on innovative means to engage non-state actors in multilateral conflict resolution and prevention.
👉 Click here to register: https://bit.ly/4oyEAcj
November 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM
🔔 THURSDAY: 📅 November 13 | ⏰ 1:00 PM EST | 📍 Hybrid
Join IPI and Independent Diplomat for a discussion on innovative means to engage non-state actors in multilateral conflict resolution and prevention.
👉 Click here to register: https://bit.ly/4oyEAcj
Join IPI and Independent Diplomat for a discussion on innovative means to engage non-state actors in multilateral conflict resolution and prevention.
👉 Click here to register: https://bit.ly/4oyEAcj
📢 #HappeningNow: Our high-level, closed-door workshop on “Strengthening the UN’s Political and Peacemaking Role: A Vision to Guide UN80 Reforms” is underway—providing a space to explore ways to bolster the UN’s role in preventive diplomacy and the peaceful settlement of disputes.
November 12, 2025 at 2:45 PM
📢 #HappeningNow: Our high-level, closed-door workshop on “Strengthening the UN’s Political and Peacemaking Role: A Vision to Guide UN80 Reforms” is underway—providing a space to explore ways to bolster the UN’s role in preventive diplomacy and the peaceful settlement of disputes.
🔔 New on the GO:
Hiba Qasas, Bert Koenders & Kees Matthijssen outline five tests for getting stabilization in Gaza right—from a credible mandate to local legitimacy.
👉 https://bit.ly/47KKKPl
Hiba Qasas, Bert Koenders & Kees Matthijssen outline five tests for getting stabilization in Gaza right—from a credible mandate to local legitimacy.
👉 https://bit.ly/47KKKPl
Getting Stabilization Right in Gaza - IPI Global Observatory
Qasas, Koenders & Matthijssen on five tests for making stabilization in Gaza legitimate and sustainable.
theglobalobservatory.org
November 10, 2025 at 9:00 PM
🔔 New on the GO:
Hiba Qasas, Bert Koenders & Kees Matthijssen outline five tests for getting stabilization in Gaza right—from a credible mandate to local legitimacy.
👉 https://bit.ly/47KKKPl
Hiba Qasas, Bert Koenders & Kees Matthijssen outline five tests for getting stabilization in Gaza right—from a credible mandate to local legitimacy.
👉 https://bit.ly/47KKKPl
📢 #HappeningNow: As part of Peace Operations Review Week, a roundtable on “Examining Protection Approaches in UN Peace Operations” is underway at IPI.
November 7, 2025 at 2:44 PM
📢 #HappeningNow: As part of Peace Operations Review Week, a roundtable on “Examining Protection Approaches in UN Peace Operations” is underway at IPI.
🔔 New on the GO:
Marie Berry and Carly Paul argue that to confront authoritarianism and militarism, WPS advocates must build broader coalitions for peace.
👉 https://bit.ly/4oW8LtQ
Marie Berry and Carly Paul argue that to confront authoritarianism and militarism, WPS advocates must build broader coalitions for peace.
👉 https://bit.ly/4oW8LtQ
To Confront Authoritarianism and Militarism, WPS Advocates Must Form a Broader Movement for Peace - IPI Global Observatory
In recent weeks, we’ve witnessed the escalating militarization of American cities, deadly violations of the Gaza ceasefire by Israel, genocidal atrocities in Sudan, and the killing of democracy activi...
theglobalobservatory.org
November 6, 2025 at 11:00 PM
🔔 New on the GO:
Marie Berry and Carly Paul argue that to confront authoritarianism and militarism, WPS advocates must build broader coalitions for peace.
👉 https://bit.ly/4oW8LtQ
Marie Berry and Carly Paul argue that to confront authoritarianism and militarism, WPS advocates must build broader coalitions for peace.
👉 https://bit.ly/4oW8LtQ
Join us for the policy forum “Meet the Parties: Strengthening Multilateral Diplomacy through Inclusive Engagement with Non-state Actors.”
📅 Nov. 13 | ⏰ 1PM EST
How can MTP’s unconventional approaches positively influence affected parties and international stakeholders?
👉https://bit.ly/3JJszl7
📅 Nov. 13 | ⏰ 1PM EST
How can MTP’s unconventional approaches positively influence affected parties and international stakeholders?
👉https://bit.ly/3JJszl7
November 6, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Join us for the policy forum “Meet the Parties: Strengthening Multilateral Diplomacy through Inclusive Engagement with Non-state Actors.”
📅 Nov. 13 | ⏰ 1PM EST
How can MTP’s unconventional approaches positively influence affected parties and international stakeholders?
👉https://bit.ly/3JJszl7
📅 Nov. 13 | ⏰ 1PM EST
How can MTP’s unconventional approaches positively influence affected parties and international stakeholders?
👉https://bit.ly/3JJszl7
To kick off Peace Operations Review Week, IPI hosted a reception and screening of "Doves in Zero Gravity" — a powerful documentary that captures the realities of the UN mission in Mali (MINUSMA), immersing viewers in the heart of decision-making in both Mali & New York.
November 5, 2025 at 8:43 PM
To kick off Peace Operations Review Week, IPI hosted a reception and screening of "Doves in Zero Gravity" — a powerful documentary that captures the realities of the UN mission in Mali (MINUSMA), immersing viewers in the heart of decision-making in both Mali & New York.
🔔 New on the GO:
Naureen Chowdhury Fink examines CTED’s evolution and asks what its upcoming mandate renewal says about the future of UN counterterrorism.
👉https://bit.ly/43djkAk
Naureen Chowdhury Fink examines CTED’s evolution and asks what its upcoming mandate renewal says about the future of UN counterterrorism.
👉https://bit.ly/43djkAk
CTED’s Mandate Renewal: A Chance to Assess the Future of Security Council Counterterrorism Efforts - IPI Global Observatory
This December, the mandate of the UN Security Council’s Counter-Terrorism Executive Directorate (CTED) comes up for its periodic renewal. Established 20 years ago to support diplomats on the UN Securi...
theglobalobservatory.org
November 5, 2025 at 2:30 PM
🔔 New on the GO:
Naureen Chowdhury Fink examines CTED’s evolution and asks what its upcoming mandate renewal says about the future of UN counterterrorism.
👉https://bit.ly/43djkAk
Naureen Chowdhury Fink examines CTED’s evolution and asks what its upcoming mandate renewal says about the future of UN counterterrorism.
👉https://bit.ly/43djkAk
🔔 New on the GO:
Heba Hagrass, UN special rapporteur on disability rights, on why we need a dedicated disability, peace, and security agenda—and how persons with disabilities in Gaza and elsewhere are being left behind in conflict.
👉 https://bit.ly/4oOw6xr
Heba Hagrass, UN special rapporteur on disability rights, on why we need a dedicated disability, peace, and security agenda—and how persons with disabilities in Gaza and elsewhere are being left behind in conflict.
👉 https://bit.ly/4oOw6xr
It Is Time for a Disability, Peace, and Security Agenda: Interview with Heba Hagrass - IPI Global Observatory
Around 1.3 billion people experience significant disability--around 16% of the world's population. This number is generally even higher in conflict-affected areas. Yet persons with disabilities are relatively invisible in humanitarian action, peacebuild...
theglobalobservatory.org
November 3, 2025 at 5:30 PM
🔔 New on the GO:
Heba Hagrass, UN special rapporteur on disability rights, on why we need a dedicated disability, peace, and security agenda—and how persons with disabilities in Gaza and elsewhere are being left behind in conflict.
👉 https://bit.ly/4oOw6xr
Heba Hagrass, UN special rapporteur on disability rights, on why we need a dedicated disability, peace, and security agenda—and how persons with disabilities in Gaza and elsewhere are being left behind in conflict.
👉 https://bit.ly/4oOw6xr
#HappeningNow: Our roundtable on “Strengthening the Role of the Elected Members of the Security Council (E10): A3 Coordination and Cross-Regional Partnerships” is underway, offering a platform for current and incoming Council members to share experiences and exchange lessons learned.
October 31, 2025 at 7:00 PM
#HappeningNow: Our roundtable on “Strengthening the Role of the Elected Members of the Security Council (E10): A3 Coordination and Cross-Regional Partnerships” is underway, offering a platform for current and incoming Council members to share experiences and exchange lessons learned.
🔔 New on the GO:
On the 25th anniversary of Resolution 1325, Sanam Naraghi Anderlini—who helped draft it—reflects on how a grassroots movement turned women's experiences of war into international law and why the work remains unfinished.
👉 https://bit.ly/4oLAEVi
On the 25th anniversary of Resolution 1325, Sanam Naraghi Anderlini—who helped draft it—reflects on how a grassroots movement turned women's experiences of war into international law and why the work remains unfinished.
👉 https://bit.ly/4oLAEVi
The Grassroots Origins of Resolution 1325: Interview with Sanam Naraghi Anderlini - IPI Global Observatory
Sanam Naraghi Anderlini reflects on drafting Resolution 1325 and the grassroots origins of the WPS agenda.
theglobalobservatory.org
October 31, 2025 at 5:04 PM
🔔 New on the GO:
On the 25th anniversary of Resolution 1325, Sanam Naraghi Anderlini—who helped draft it—reflects on how a grassroots movement turned women's experiences of war into international law and why the work remains unfinished.
👉 https://bit.ly/4oLAEVi
On the 25th anniversary of Resolution 1325, Sanam Naraghi Anderlini—who helped draft it—reflects on how a grassroots movement turned women's experiences of war into international law and why the work remains unfinished.
👉 https://bit.ly/4oLAEVi
On IPI's terrace overlooking the UN, a musical performance for peace 🎶
As part of IPI’s Art for Peace initiative, Broadway singer Mel Semé performed “What a Wonderful World” beside Yoko Ono’s WISH TREE.
#GivePeaceAChance
As part of IPI’s Art for Peace initiative, Broadway singer Mel Semé performed “What a Wonderful World” beside Yoko Ono’s WISH TREE.
#GivePeaceAChance
October 31, 2025 at 1:24 PM
On IPI's terrace overlooking the UN, a musical performance for peace 🎶
As part of IPI’s Art for Peace initiative, Broadway singer Mel Semé performed “What a Wonderful World” beside Yoko Ono’s WISH TREE.
#GivePeaceAChance
As part of IPI’s Art for Peace initiative, Broadway singer Mel Semé performed “What a Wonderful World” beside Yoko Ono’s WISH TREE.
#GivePeaceAChance
🔔 New on the GO:
Daniel Safran-Hon & Diego Salama on why it’s time to restore the UN’s political role in the Israeli–Palestinian conflict—and what a renewed UNSCO could deliver.
👉http://bit.ly/4ohGBJW
Daniel Safran-Hon & Diego Salama on why it’s time to restore the UN’s political role in the Israeli–Palestinian conflict—and what a renewed UNSCO could deliver.
👉http://bit.ly/4ohGBJW
It's Time to Restore the UN's Political Role in the Israeli–Palestinian Conflict - IPI Global Observatory
Never has the cliché that we are at a pivotal moment in Middle East diplomacy been more accurate. Yet at this critical juncture, the post of UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process (UNSCO) has remained vacant for months. It is time to a...
theglobalobservatory.org
October 30, 2025 at 1:36 PM
🔔 New on the GO:
Daniel Safran-Hon & Diego Salama on why it’s time to restore the UN’s political role in the Israeli–Palestinian conflict—and what a renewed UNSCO could deliver.
👉http://bit.ly/4ohGBJW
Daniel Safran-Hon & Diego Salama on why it’s time to restore the UN’s political role in the Israeli–Palestinian conflict—and what a renewed UNSCO could deliver.
👉http://bit.ly/4ohGBJW
🔔 New on the GO:
Nargis Nehan on Afghanistan's gender apartheid: Despite brutal restrictions, Afghan women continue to resist. She argues the world must recognize gender apartheid and codify it as a crime against humanity.
👉 http://bit.ly/4qtRppT
Nargis Nehan on Afghanistan's gender apartheid: Despite brutal restrictions, Afghan women continue to resist. She argues the world must recognize gender apartheid and codify it as a crime against humanity.
👉 http://bit.ly/4qtRppT
Afghanistan's Gender Apartheid Is Only Getting Worse--Interview with Nargis Nehan - IPI Global Observatory
It has now been more than four years since the Taliban retook control of Afghanistan in August 2021. During that time, they have steadily escalated restrictions on the rights of women and girls--from banning girls from secondary education to barring wom...
theglobalobservatory.org
October 29, 2025 at 8:00 PM
🔔 New on the GO:
Nargis Nehan on Afghanistan's gender apartheid: Despite brutal restrictions, Afghan women continue to resist. She argues the world must recognize gender apartheid and codify it as a crime against humanity.
👉 http://bit.ly/4qtRppT
Nargis Nehan on Afghanistan's gender apartheid: Despite brutal restrictions, Afghan women continue to resist. She argues the world must recognize gender apartheid and codify it as a crime against humanity.
👉 http://bit.ly/4qtRppT
IPI, in partnership with New Lines Institute, and the Sasakawa Peace Foundation USA is hosting a closed-door workshop today on “The Next Chapter of #WPS: Practical Action Through Prevention and Partnerships," addressing long-overlooked opportunities in UNSCR 1325's prevention work.
October 29, 2025 at 2:47 PM
IPI, in partnership with New Lines Institute, and the Sasakawa Peace Foundation USA is hosting a closed-door workshop today on “The Next Chapter of #WPS: Practical Action Through Prevention and Partnerships," addressing long-overlooked opportunities in UNSCR 1325's prevention work.
🔔 New IPI Issue Brief: David Mulet on how the Sevilla Conference revived momentum on Financing for Development—but why bridging voluntary innovation and systemic reform remains key to closing the $4.3 trillion gap.
👉 http://bit.ly/3X27F3G
👉 http://bit.ly/3X27F3G
The Financing for Development Agenda after Sevilla: Aligning Commitments and Actions - International Peace Institute
An issue brief on how the Sevilla Conference bridged political commitments and voluntary innovation in financing for development.
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October 28, 2025 at 8:00 PM
🔔 New IPI Issue Brief: David Mulet on how the Sevilla Conference revived momentum on Financing for Development—but why bridging voluntary innovation and systemic reform remains key to closing the $4.3 trillion gap.
👉 http://bit.ly/3X27F3G
👉 http://bit.ly/3X27F3G
🔔 New on the GO:
Toni Haastrup on the WPS agenda at 25: Despite global acceptance, anti-gender movements and militarization threaten progress. She argues the future lies in grassroots feminist movements—not just UN frameworks.
👉http://bit.ly/47xO9kD
Toni Haastrup on the WPS agenda at 25: Despite global acceptance, anti-gender movements and militarization threaten progress. She argues the future lies in grassroots feminist movements—not just UN frameworks.
👉http://bit.ly/47xO9kD
For the Future of WPS, Look beyond the UN: Interview with Toni Haastrup - IPI Global Observatory
This month marks the 25th anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on women, peace, and security (WPS). What is the state of the WPS agenda 25 years on? While the WPS agenda has gained broad...
theglobalobservatory.org
October 28, 2025 at 5:41 PM
🔔 New on the GO:
Toni Haastrup on the WPS agenda at 25: Despite global acceptance, anti-gender movements and militarization threaten progress. She argues the future lies in grassroots feminist movements—not just UN frameworks.
👉http://bit.ly/47xO9kD
Toni Haastrup on the WPS agenda at 25: Despite global acceptance, anti-gender movements and militarization threaten progress. She argues the future lies in grassroots feminist movements—not just UN frameworks.
👉http://bit.ly/47xO9kD