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Preventing Mass Atrocities and Deadly Conflict

April 12, 2016 @ 9:30 am

As we look around the world today, the question of how to prevent mass atrocities and deadly conflict is undeniably relevant. From the Central African Republic to Syria to Myanmar, international actors are seeking to understand what has worked in the past and what can be done in the future to protect civilians. They are faced with a number of key questions, including: How does prevention work, both at a policy and at an operational level? What can be done when usual practices fail? What are examples of past successes where violence has been prevented? What mechanisms for prevention exist and at what stages of conflict? How can prevention be measured?

In recognition of April as Genocide Awareness and Prevention Month, the Conflict Resolution and Prevention Forum will bring together a distinguished group to examine how to prevent mass atrocities and deadly conflict. Panelists will speak about the latest research, practices, and policies shaping this field and will engage with the audience about the future of prevention. Dr. William Zartman, Professor Emeritus at Johns Hopkins SAIS, will discuss his new book Preventing Deadly Conflict and the norms, processes, and mechanisms to mitigate the risks of widespread violence. Adrienne Lemon, Design, Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist at Search for Common Ground, will provide case studies from on-the-ground programming in high risk environments, including Central African Republic, Burundi, and South Sudan. Allyson Neville-Morgan, Legislative Associate at the Friends Committee on National Legislation, will focus on policy initiatives to prevent mass atrocities, including the Genocide and Atrocities Prevention Act. Finally, Brad Brooks-Rubin, Policy Director at the Enough Project, will discuss the emerging array of economic policy tools that can be used to prevent and address conflict and mass atrocities.

Speakers:

  • Dr. William Zartman, Professor Emeritus of International Organization and Conflict Resolution at Johns Hopkins SAIS
  • Adrienne Lemon, Design, Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist for East and Southern Africa, Search for Common Ground
  • Allyson Neville-Morgan, Legislative Associate, Friends Committee on National Legislation
  • Brad Brooks-Rubin, Policy Director, Enough Project
  • Bridget Moix – Moderator, US Senior Representative, Peace Direct

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Johns Hopkins University – SAIS, Kenney Auditorium, 1740 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington DC 20036

Details

Date:
April 12, 2016
Time:
9:30 am