PRIO will host a series of events at Arendalsuka festival in August addressing global challenges such as the rollback of women's rights, threats to academic freedom and the governance of outer space.
In this upcoming event, we will present the latest global conflict data. A panel discussion will explore the implications of these trends amid shifting international engagement.
This event will examine the cultural, political and policy impacts of Russian media campaigns concerning Ukraine. A panel of experts will discuss how state-owned media narratives have shaped perceptions of the conflict, and explore implications for future Russian policy toward Ukraine.
Mediators, peacebuilders and policymakers gathered in Finland recently for the 14th UN High-Level Seminar on Gender and Inclusive Mediation Strategies. Amid escalating global conflicts, the seminar stressed the need for inclusive peace processes and greater participation of women and marginalized groups.
Israel has been actively blocking humanitarian aid convoys at Gaza’s border, writes PRIO Research Professor Jørgen Jensehaugen. While claiming to weaponize aid as a way to target Hamas, it is effectively a policy of starvation against Palestinian civilians.
Norway's growing alignment between civilian research and military objectives risks undermining academic freedom and stifling critical debate, writes PRIO Research Professor Kristin Bergtora Sandvik. A national conversation on the role of peace in security policy is needed, as well as broader academic engagement to safeguard democratic values.
Researchers studying conflict-related sexual violence face high emotional strain, highlighting the urgent need for institutional mental health support. Prioritizing wellbeing ensures scholars can continue vital work without harm.
Syria’s new government should focus on creating stability, opening up politics and moving toward democracy to avoid repeating failures seen elsewhere. International partners need to support this by pushing for reforms while providing economic help to keep the country stable.
The 2023/24 VIEWS Prediction Challenge focuses on improving how we predict deaths in armed conflicts, with uncertainty. Participants create models to predict future conflict-related deaths, helping to develop better forecasting tools.
