News
The latest news and commentary from the Berghof Foundation.
New insights on Salafi-Jihadism and entry points for conflict transformation
Is dialogue with Salafi-Jihadis possible, or are such talks precluded? Over the past two years, we've explored this question through a research project.
- feature 31 Mar 2020
Somalia's untold success stories and remaining challenges
The film screening and panel discussion capture the changes Somalia has undergone in the last decade.
- event 24 Mar 2020
In memoriam: Ahmed Badawi
We are deeply saddened by the news that Ahmed Badawi has passed away.
- feature 20 Mar 2020
Andrew Gilmour appointed new Executive Director of the Berghof Foundation
The Board of Trustees of the Berghof Foundation today is pleased to announce the appointment of its new Executive Director, Andrew Gilmour.
- press release 11 Mar 2020
Konzept Friedensmediation in die außenpolitische Praxis umsetzen!Stellungnahme der IMSD
Mediationsbemühungen Deutschlands (Mediationsunterstützung oder eigene Rolle als Mediator) sollten durch den Bundestag möglichst parteiübergreifend unterstützt.
- feature 6 Mar 2020
Attention turns to intra-Afghan talks following news of U.S.-Taliban deal
With the United States and the Taliban signing a deal, attention is turning to the intra-Afghan process that could lay the groundwork for lasting peace.
- feature 3 Mar 2020
Understanding the drivers of radicalisation and violent extremismLaunch of international research project PAVE
The new EU research project PAVE aims to tackle the global issue of radicalisation by examining its root causes and driving factors.
- press release 19 Feb 2020
Building peace in Somalia, one Shir at a time
Watch a short film about our support to communities in Somalia’s Hirshabelle State in their efforts to build peace by solving local conflicts.
- feature 28 Jan 2020
‘I am always optimistic about peace’A chat with Günther Bächler, Diplomat and board member of the Berghof Foundation
Günther Bächler, our new board member, answers questions about his career in peace.
- feature 13 Jan 2020
Our work in 2019
As 2020 begins, we take a quick look back at a few highlights from our work in 2019.
- feature 3 Jan 2020