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The latest news and commentary from the Berghof Foundation.
Analysis of the new policy on EU peace mediationFrom a technical capability to a political instrument of EU foreign policy
In her analysis, Véronique Dudouet outlines the new EU policy on peace mediation’s promising outlook for civil society organisations and the challenges ahead.
- feature 11 Mar 2021
International Women's Day 2021How we choose to challenge
A reflection from our staff on this year's International Women’s Day theme, #ChooseToChallenge.
- feature 4 Mar 2021
Video: Climate change impacts on conflict
Watch a video of our online event featuring an expert discussion on how to move to action on climate change and conflict dynamics.
- event 25 Feb 2021
Expanding our focus in a changing world
In our 50th anniversary year, we are building on our strengths to adapt to a changing global context.
- feature 23 Feb 2021
Video: Panel discussion on constitutions and peace processes
Watch a video of our event on constitutions and peace processes, which also launched a new primer on the topic.
- event 28 Jan 2021
Our work in 2020
As 2021 arrives, we take a quick look back at a few highlights from our work in 2020 and the prospects for peace for 2021.
- feature 29 Dec 2020
Latest developments in the Afghan peace process: A commentary
Hans-Joachim Giessmann reflects on progress in the Afghan peace process, and why patience and trust will be vital to its success.
- blog post 21 Dec 2020
- Author(s) Hans-Joachim Giessmann
Youth for peaceFive years since UNSCR 2250
Today marks the fifth anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 2250, which called for increased participation of young people in decision-making.
- feature 9 Dec 2020
Collective action for trust and integrityInternational Anti-Corruption Conference: Opening statement by Andrew Gilmour, Executive Director of Berghof Foundation
A major challenge for us all is the linkage of corruption to so many of the world’s problems, combined with most people’s lack of awareness of these linkages.
- feature 3 Dec 2020
Women's agency in war and peaceBridging the gap on female (ex-)combatants in the UNSCR 1325 agenda
An event with LSE Centre for Women, Peace and Security on discussing how to bridge the gap on female (ex-)combatants in the UNSCR 1325 agenda.
- event 2 Dec 2020