Human Security
& Governance

Peacekeeping

Projects
Framing Gender-Responsive Leadership in UN Peace Operations
Building evidence on how to frame and foster stronger gender-responsive leadership throughout peace operations
Peace Operations Reform
Bridging policy innovation and field research to improve the effectiveness of United Nations peacekeeping
Powering Peace
Exploring how UN field missions can use renewable energy to improve effectiveness, save money, enhance security, and increase access to energy while mitigating climate change
Recent Publications
Issue Brief
Bridging the Gap Between UN Special Envoys and the Protection of Civilians
Examining how UN Special Envoys of the Secretary-General can advance the protection of civilians in conflict settings
Julie Gregory
Commentary
To Move Forward on Gaza Force, Engage the UN
Countries are reluctant to provide troops for a Gaza security force – but bringing in UN expertise could allay their fears
Aditi Gorur
Policy Memo
Centering Protection Across the Full Spectrum of Peace Operations
Recommendations on protection to inform the Secretary-General’s Review on the Future of All Forms of UN Peace Operations
Lisa Sharland • Julie Gregory • Juliet Weis
Project Note
Partnership in Peace Operations: Implementing Resolution 2719
Report
Verifying Peace, Promoting Protection: The Experience of Colombia’s UN Verification Mission
The UN Verification Mission in Colombia demonstrates that peace operations contribute in diverse ways to protecting civilians
Julie Gregory • Elias Yousif
Commentary
Sharing the Burden of Securing Haiti
Exploring options for continued U.S. engagement in Haiti
Chandrima Das
Policy Memo
Prioritizing Protection of Civilians in Future Peace Operations: Applying Lessons from 25 Years of POC
Examining how UN peace operations can be planned and deployed to protect civilians in current and emerging situations of concern
Lisa Sharland • Julie Gregory • Juliet Weis
Field Note
Insights From Colombia: The UN Verification Mission and Efforts to Protect Civilians
Research travel in Colombia reveals the hardships imposed by conflict and contributions of the UN mission to the safety and security of civilians
Caitlin Goodman • Julie Gregory • Vanessa Lê...
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Experts
Julie Gregory
Research Analyst
Victoria K. Holt
Distinguished Fellow
Andrew Hyde
Senior Fellow, Strategic Foresight Hub
Lisa Sharland
Senior Fellow and Director
Juliet Weis
Research Associate
Events
  • Past
  • Event
Renewable Energy and Peace in the Central African Republic: An Opportunity for the United Nations to Lead by Example
  • November 3, 2025
  • 10:00 - 11:30 AM ET
  • (US Eastern)
Online Only
  • Past
  • Event
Addressing the Impact of Mis-/Disinformation and Hate Speech on Civilians: Evolving Policies and Practices from Peacekeeping and Humanitarian Actors
  • May 23, 2024
  • (US Eastern)
Online or In-Person
  • Past
  • Event
Climate, Energy, Insecurity – How UN Peace Operations Can Help Soften the Blow
  • November 2, 2023
  • 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
  • (US Eastern)
Online or In-Person
  • Past
  • Event
Addressing the Impact of Mis-/Disinformation on Civilians: Perspectives from Peacekeeping and Humanitarian Practitioners
  • May 23, 2023
  • 2:30 - 4:30 PM
  • (US Eastern)
Online Only
  • Past
  • Event
Renewable Energy & the United Nations: A Green Spark for Peace in South Sudan
  • April 11, 2023
  • 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
  • (US Eastern)
Online Only
  • Past
  • Event
Peacekeeping and Renewable Energy in Somalia
  • April 21, 2022
  • 9:00 - 10:15 AM EDT (15:00 - 16:15 CET or 17:00 - 18:15 GST)
  • Past
  • Event
Powering Peace: Toward a Renewable Energy Future for UN Peace Operations
  • January 28, 2021
  • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EST
  • Past
  • Event
Partner Event: U.N. Peacekeeping Is Vital—and So Is its Reform
  • December 6, 2017
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