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What’s next for Côte d’Ivoire?
On April 29, 2011 a panel held at USIP discussed the challenges that will face Côte d'Ivoire in the aftermath of post-election violence that left 1,500 people dead and more than one million displaced. What factors must be considered in addressing the humanitarian crises and crimes against humanity? Equally important, what does the recent postelection violence tell us about the state of political development and democratization in Africa today?
H.E. Dr. Jean Ping, Chairperson of the African Union Commission
On April 20, 2011 H.E. Dr. Jean Ping, Chairperson of the AU Commission, discussed the role that the African Union continues to play in creating peace and establishing security in Africa.
Creating Long-Term Peace in Cote d'Ivoire
April 30, 2010

The Community of Sant'Egidio, George Mason University, and the U.S. Institute of Peace convened representatives of Cote d'Ivoire's civil society and religious communities to develop a platform for fostering a climate of dialogue and respect in anticiation of elections and, ultimately, the resolution of the conflict.
Women & War Book Launch and Symposium - May 6, 2011
Session 3: Framing Women and War through Media, Film, and Music
“Framing Women and War through Media, Film, and Music” is a moderated dialogue with Patricia Mitchell, and focuses on the role of media, film, and music in depicting a myriad of roles women play in peacebuilding. Speakers include Abigail Disney, Filmmaker, Philanthropist, Producer of the film “Pray the Devil Back to Hell,” Founder of Fork Films; Agnes M. Fallah-Kamara Umunna, Journalist and Radio Producer, Executive Director and Founder of Straight from the Heart Project; Morley, Composer and Singer; Femke van Velzen, Filmmaker, Philanthropist, Producer of the film “Weapon of War,” Co-Founder of IF Productions; and Sheldon Himelfarb, Director, Center for Science, Technology, & Peacebuilding, USIP.
Assessing Progress Toward Democracy in Francophone Africa
Four Francophone states in West Africa have recently held elections. In three, new presidents have taken office in processes that followed protracted periods of conflict and disputed rule; in Benin, a reelected incumbent has continued a democratic tradition of 20 years' standing. Despite the fact that the outcomes of some of these elections have been disputed, they nevertheless represent steps toward strengthening democracy in the region.
The Next Decade: Seizing Opportunities from a Transforming Africa
On March 28 USIP hosted a presentation by Undersecretary of State for Political Affairs Wendy Sherman who recently concluded visits to five key African states. Wendy Sherman shared her observations about the importance of a holistic approach to sustained political and social development, and economic growth., and how the U.S. government is partnering with Africans as they work to bring about a more prosperous and stable Africa.