Congress & USIP

USIP offers a wide array of services and resources of interest to members of Congress and congressional staff. For more information, please contact Anne Hingeley, congressional relations specialist, in the Office of Congressional Relations.

USIP Experts Available to Congress

USIP has numerous in-house staff, fellows, peace scholars, grantees, and other experts with both on-the-ground and research experience available for testimony before congressional committees and to answer questions on conflict areas around the world. Members of Congress or congressional staff interested in speaking with these experts should contact the Office of Congressional Relations.

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Briefings and Testimonies on Capitol Hill

USIP holds both public and off-the-record briefings on Capitol Hill to raise awareness on various issues. Members of Congress or congressional staff interested in arranging an Institute briefing on Capitol Hill, attending an Institute public briefing, or otherwise participating in an Institute-sponsored event should contact the Office of Congressional Relations.

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Other USIP Activities Related to Congress

USIP's work with Congress includes activities to educate America's youth, raise public awareness, support policymakers, and to bridge the gap between research and policymaking. It also provides high school scholarships, doctoral scholarships, fellowships and grants to U.S. universities and non-governmental organizations around the country.

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