Issue Areas Archive - The Institute for Middle East Peace https://theinstituteforpeace.org/issue_areas/ Mon, 03 Oct 2022 19:02:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.1 https://theinstituteforpeace.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/cropped-WhatsApp-Image-2021-12-07-at-12.16.19-AM-2-1-e1658273075244-32x32.jpeg Issue Areas Archive - The Institute for Middle East Peace https://theinstituteforpeace.org/issue_areas/ 32 32 Economics & Energy https://theinstituteforpeace.org/issue_areas/economics-energy/ Mon, 03 Oct 2022 19:02:00 +0000 https://theinstituteforpeace.org/?post_type=issue_areas&p=1802 The Institute for Middle East Peace draws on deep ties and decades of experience working in the region to build a better understanding of Middle East dynamics and culture through producing original analysis, leading dialogues and public events, and working with the media and members of the policy community, ranging in experience from former U.S. […]

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]]> The Institute for Middle East Peace draws on deep ties and decades of experience working in the region to build a better understanding of Middle East dynamics and culture through producing original analysis, leading dialogues and public events, and working with the media and members of the policy community, ranging in experience from former U.S. diplomats and officials to prominent young scholars on the forefront of their fields.

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]]> Youth https://theinstituteforpeace.org/issue_areas/youth/ Mon, 03 Oct 2022 19:00:27 +0000 https://theinstituteforpeace.org/?post_type=issue_areas&p=1801 Many of today’s youth, at 1.8 billion worldwide, live in areas affected by conflict. The predominant narrative depicts young men as perpetrators of violence and young women as victims. The Institute for Middle East Peace sees youth as agents for positive change and works to equip young peacebuilders with the knowledge and skills they need […]

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]]> Many of today’s youth, at 1.8 billion worldwide, live in areas affected by conflict. The predominant narrative depicts young men as perpetrators of violence and young women as victims. The Institute for Middle East Peace sees youth as agents for positive change and works to equip young peacebuilders with the knowledge and skills they need to bring divided communities together and to manage conflict nonviolently. IMEP also helps its youth partners conduct and publish research in their communities, enabling them to develop local solutions to problems and allowing them to be active contributors to the field of peacebuilding.

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]]> Violent Extremism https://theinstituteforpeace.org/issue_areas/violent-extremism/ Mon, 03 Oct 2022 18:55:46 +0000 https://theinstituteforpeace.org/?post_type=issue_areas&p=1799 Extremist movements fuel, and often stem from, instability and violent conflict and present a complex challenge. The Institute for Middle East Peace works to understand the underlying causes of violent extremism and helps develop localized and viable solutions by providing research, training and advocacy to practitioners and policymakers to reduce this ever-growing threat.

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]]> Extremist movements fuel, and often stem from, instability and violent conflict and present a complex challenge. The Institute for Middle East Peace works to understand the underlying causes of violent extremism and helps develop localized and viable solutions by providing research, training and advocacy to practitioners and policymakers to reduce this ever-growing threat.

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]]> Religion https://theinstituteforpeace.org/issue_areas/religion/ Mon, 03 Oct 2022 18:54:14 +0000 https://theinstituteforpeace.org/?post_type=issue_areas&p=1797 Given religion’s influence on conflict dynamics around the world, it is critical that practitioners and policymakers understand and partner with religious leaders and people of faith to build peace. The Institute for Middle East Peace works on the role of religion in violence and peace, advancing cutting-edge research and advocacy, and developing effective strategies to […]

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]]> Given religion’s influence on conflict dynamics around the world, it is critical that practitioners and policymakers understand and partner with religious leaders and people of faith to build peace. The Institute for Middle East Peace works on the role of religion in violence and peace, advancing cutting-edge research and advocacy, and developing effective strategies to engage religious actors, institutions and ideas across traditions in support of peace. From enhancing the peacemaking capacities of individuals and faith-based organizations to fostering meaningful dialogue within and across faiths, IMEP works with local partners to promote inclusive religious peacebuilding through our public engagement initiatives.

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]]> Reconciliation https://theinstituteforpeace.org/issue_areas/reconciliation/ Mon, 03 Oct 2022 18:53:09 +0000 https://theinstituteforpeace.org/?post_type=issue_areas&p=1795 Reconciliation encompasses truth-telling, sharing of historical narratives, or dialogue to transform relations among groups affected by conflict and rebuild trust between the state and citizens so that former enemies can envision and realize a shared future. IMEP supports research to evaluate and better understand the practices of reconciliation used around the world and their impact.

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]]> Reconciliation encompasses truth-telling, sharing of historical narratives, or dialogue to transform relations among groups affected by conflict and rebuild trust between the state and citizens so that former enemies can envision and realize a shared future. IMEP supports research to evaluate and better understand the practices of reconciliation used around the world and their impact.

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]]> Peace Processes https://theinstituteforpeace.org/issue_areas/peace-processes/ Mon, 03 Oct 2022 18:52:24 +0000 https://theinstituteforpeace.org/?post_type=issue_areas&p=1793 Peace processes involve a series of negotiated steps to end wars and build sustainable peace. The Institute for Middle East Peace works with practitioners, diplomats and officials to understand how to effectively manage or facilitate such processes. This includes how such negotiations can be structured and supported, the issues to be resolved, the trade-offs involved, […]

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]]> Peace processes involve a series of negotiated steps to end wars and build sustainable peace. The Institute for Middle East Peace works with practitioners, diplomats and officials to understand how to effectively manage or facilitate such processes. This includes how such negotiations can be structured and supported, the issues to be resolved, the trade-offs involved, and the consequences and challenges that result. IMEP works to ensure that peace agreements in conflict areas are inclusive, participatory, and locally led and supported.

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]]> Nonviolent Action https://theinstituteforpeace.org/issue_areas/nonviolent-action/ Mon, 03 Oct 2022 18:50:55 +0000 https://theinstituteforpeace.org/?post_type=issue_areas&p=1791 Individuals and organizations facing restrictive, oppressive and/or authoritarian forms of governance may be able to employ hundreds of nonviolent methods to amplify their voices, challenge power dynamics and press for reform. Tactics include protests, boycotts, sit-ins, civil disobedience and alternative institutions. Nonviolent resistance has been shown empirically to be twice as effective as armed struggle […]

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]]> Individuals and organizations facing restrictive, oppressive and/or authoritarian forms of governance may be able to employ hundreds of nonviolent methods to amplify their voices, challenge power dynamics and press for reform. Tactics include protests, boycotts, sit-ins, civil disobedience and alternative institutions. Nonviolent resistance has been shown empirically to be twice as effective as armed struggle in achieving major political goals. The Institute for Middle East Peace promotes nonviolent approaches through education and training in strategic nonviolent action and movement-building; applied research on such movements and the efficacy of outside support; and publications that inform the work of policymakers to advance alternatives to violence.

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]]> Mediation, Negotiation & Dialogue https://theinstituteforpeace.org/issue_areas/mediation-negotiation-dialogue/ Mon, 03 Oct 2022 18:49:27 +0000 https://theinstituteforpeace.org/?post_type=issue_areas&p=1785 At the core of The Institute for Middle East Peace’s work are mediation, negotiation and dialogue—each a means of moving parties in conflict toward a mutually acceptable outcome. Dialogues in areas affected by conflict are ways of bridging divides and bringing communities together to heal divisions. Negotiation is a fundamental skill that is at the […]

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]]> At the core of The Institute for Middle East Peace’s work are mediation, negotiation and dialogue—each a means of moving parties in conflict toward a mutually acceptable outcome. Dialogues in areas affected by conflict are ways of bridging divides and bringing communities together to heal divisions. Negotiation is a fundamental skill that is at the heart of most of IMEP’s conflict resolution training. The Institute provides education and training on mediation, negotiation, and dialogue for a range of stakeholders including civil society organizations, youth and others key actors in conflict settings.

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]]> Justice, Security & Rule of Law https://theinstituteforpeace.org/issue_areas/justice-security-rule-of-law/ Mon, 03 Oct 2022 18:48:04 +0000 https://theinstituteforpeace.org/?post_type=issue_areas&p=1781 Peaceful, prosperous societies need people and institutions to be subject to law that is fairly applied. The Institute for Middle East Peace helps states and members of society work together to strengthen the rule of law, often through justice and security sector reforms. IMEP develops innovative models to foster and shepherd sustainable and locally supported […]

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]]> Peaceful, prosperous societies need people and institutions to be subject to law that is fairly applied. The Institute for Middle East Peace helps states and members of society work together to strengthen the rule of law, often through justice and security sector reforms. IMEP develops innovative models to foster and shepherd sustainable and locally supported reforms, trains rule-of-law practitioners, conducts research and holds forums to share knowledge. The Institute also supports programs such as Justice and Security Dialogues, which seek to build trust between civil society and officials from the justice and security sectors.

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]]> Human Rights https://theinstituteforpeace.org/issue_areas/human-rights/ Mon, 03 Oct 2022 18:46:53 +0000 https://theinstituteforpeace.org/?post_type=issue_areas&p=1775 Human rights abuses can spur violent conflict, or vice-versa. Effective protection of human rights underpins the legitimate governance and rule of law that establish the conditions for a state to resolve conflicts and grievances without violence. The Institute for Middle East Peace provides grants, fellowships, education and publications to deepen understanding of the critical role […]

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]]> Human rights abuses can spur violent conflict, or vice-versa. Effective protection of human rights underpins the legitimate governance and rule of law that establish the conditions for a state to resolve conflicts and grievances without violence. The Institute for Middle East Peace provides grants, fellowships, education and publications to deepen understanding of the critical role of human rights protection in preventing and managing violence in the Middle East.

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