Preventing violent conflict and creating pathways for peace has been core to the UN’s work since its founding. UNU-CPR’s work in this area has ranged from in-depth, field-driven research in particular conflict and peacebuilding settings, to tracking transnational threats and risks and identifying ways that the multilateral system might respond to conflict risks.
Our work seeks to identify both problems and possible solutions, addressing questions like: How is climate contributing to local, national or international conflict drivers and vulnerabilities? How do changes in transnational armed group patterns or geopolitical dynamics affect prospects for conflict mediation and mitigation? Are current models for peace operations and peacebuilding still fit-for-purpose? How can emerging technologies and practices contribute to conflict prevention and safeguards against the erosion of rights?
We work with UN entities and bodies, regional organizations, Member States, and a range of civil society partners to identify the answers to these questions – and to lead the way in developing best practices and innovative approaches.
Highlights
Blog Post
Countering transnational crime to secure peace
Blog Post
Local perspectives should shape multilateral responses to transnational organized crime
Recent Publications
Working Paper
Diversity Among Peacekeepers: Who Is Involved in UN Peace Support Operations and How Does It Matter?
Brief
Elevating the UN Peacebuilding Commission: Proposals for the Summit of the Future
Commentary
Media Coverage
South Korea Wants the World to Wake Up to the Serious Threats of Cybersecurity
Media Coverage
What is the Path to Peace in Gaza?
Projects
Project
2024 PBF Thematic Review: Synergies between Human Rights and Peacebuilding in PBF-supported Programming
Project
Thematic Review on Youth, Peace and Security
Project
Countering transnational organized crime in conflict-affected states
Project
Stress Testing the UN’s Regional Prevention Approaches
Project
Thematic Review on Climate-Security and Peacebuilding
Project
Inclusion and Gender Sensitivity for Effective Peace Mediation
Research Themes
News and Events
Event
The role of the General Assembly in strengthening peace and security
Event
Stronger Partnerships, Regional Prevention, and the New Agenda for Peace: A Dialogue Towards the Summit of the Future
News
New Policy Brief Helps Financial Sector Address Crisis-Driven Modern Slavery Risks
Event