Join Citizen for Global Solutions and IEP Executive Director The Americas Michael Collins, to discuss the key findings from the Global Peace Index 2024. This years’ report reveals that the world is at a crossroads. Without concerted effort, there is a risk of a surge in major conflicts. Next to the annual global and regional results and longer-term trends, the GPI will this year also highlight the changing nature of conflicts, tensions in the Middle East and increasing global military capability. The GPI report presents the most comprehensive data-driven analysis to date on peace, its economic value, trends, and how to develop peaceful societies. The report covers 99.7% of the world’s population and uses 23 qualitative and quantitative indicators from highly respected sources to compile the Index. These indicators are grouped into three key domains: Ongoing Conflict, Safety and Security, and Militarization. The session will start with a presentation of the 2024 GPI followed by a Q&A session.

The 5th edition of the Ecological Threat Report (ETR) by the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP), an international think tank, underscores that without coordinated global action, escalating ecological degradation will drive heightened social tension and conflict across the globe. The Ecological Threat Report 2024 – Europe & MENA Launch event is dedicated to identifying practical, regenerative solutions for the regions most affected by ecological challenges. Serge Stroobants, IEP’s Director for Europe and MENA, will present the report's findings, followed by a panel discussion featuring experts in environmental policy and regeneration. The panel will delve into key report findings and trends, and will spotlight actionable strategies to address ecological impacts and bolster societal resilience. Beyond adaptation and mitigation, the discussion will emphasise systemic regeneration as a pathway forward. Speakers and Panelists: Serge Stroobants – Moderator and PresenterDirector for Europe & MENA and Global Director for Security, Defence, and Intelligence at IEP. With expertise in political science, international relations, security and defence, global risk analysis, foresight, and crisis management, Stroobants will present the ETR findings and moderate the panel discussion. Dr Chaden DiyabInternational environmental expert and certified coach, advising the European Commission's BlueInvest Fund on sustainable technology innovation and investment within the blue economy. Michel A. de KemmeterFounder and CEO of the Club of Brussels, expert in regenerative economics, and creator of the "Systemic Regenerative Economy" model. Through an interdisciplinary approach combining economics, philosophy, and science, de Kemmeter seeks to transform traditional economic models towards regenerative systems. Note: This event will be conducted in French.

Join us on 14 November at the University of Nairobi’s Manu Chandaria Hall for the launch of the 2024 Global Peace Index (GPI). Sponsored by the Australian High Commission in Kenya, this event will feature a presentation of the GPI 2024 findings, followed by a panel discussion with regional experts, focusing on peace and security trends in Kenya and the broader region. The 2024 GPI Launch in Kenya will provide a crucial platform to address emerging issues on Peace and Security and explore pathways to sustainable peace, including themes relevant to building positive peace such as climate change, AI, and others.  Recent events have underscored the importance of peace both regionally and globally, highlighting issues like recent protests in Kenya, unconstitutional changes in government, and ongoing conflicts worldwide. These events emphasize the urgent need for data-driven approaches to peacebuilding and inclusive platforms that uplift diverse voices, especially youth, women, and marginalized communities. By ensuring diverse perspectives are heard and considered, we can develop more comprehensive and effective strategies for enduring conflict prevention and resolution. Kenya, like many African nations, faces ongoing challenges to peace and stability. The recent youth-led protests Kenya have highlighted the urgent need for inclusive development and youth engagement in the peace and development discourse. These events underscore the importance of preventing future conflicts through deliberate actions by all stakeholders. Speakers H.E. Jenny Da Rin, Australian High Commissioner to Kenya Amb. Dr. Monica Juma, National Security Advisor to the President of the Republic of Kenya The Vice Chancellor, University of Nairobi - Prof. Margaret J. Hutchinson Rev. Dr. Samuel Kobia, Chair, National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) Dan Odaba, Director Southern Africa, Institute for Economics and Peace Please note: This event is by invitation only. To request an invitation, email: Mrs. Alice A. Oluoko-Odingo [email protected] OR Dan N. Odaba [email protected]

The Stimson Center and the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP) will host a discussion to better understand the impact of rising food insecurity, water stress, natural disasters, and demographic pressure on countries, regions, and cities around the world. The session will include a presentation of key findings from IEP’s newly published 2024 Ecological Threat Report and expert contributions, followed by an audience-led discussion. The session will unpack the policy and program responses best placed to reduce vulnerability to ecological threats and sustainably manage natural resources — now and over the coming years. Speakers: Amal Talbi, Global Lead for Water in Agriculture at The World Bank David Bonnardeaux, Director, Environment and Energy at Pact Tegan Blaine, Director, Climate, Environment & Conflict at U.S. Institute for Peace