Policy Briefs

Executive Summary Conflict zones across the world continue to witness atrocities with limited accountability. Despite the establishment of the International Criminal Court (ICC) and ad-hoc tribunals, impunity remains widespread. Drawing on UN Human Rights Council reports, ICC filings, and analysis from the International Crisis Group, this brief outlines pathways for strengthening accountability mechanisms. For policymakers, NGOs, […]

Executive Summary In an age of instant communication, public relations (PR) is no longer a peripheral activity in peacebuilding — it is a core strategic tool. The success of peace processes depends not only on negotiations behind closed doors but also on how narratives are shaped, communicated, and received by the public. NGOs and states

Executive Summary Climate change is rapidly becoming a driver of human mobility. Rising sea levels, extreme weather events, droughts, and resource scarcity are forcing millions to leave their homes in search of safety and livelihoods. Unlike traditional forms of migration, climate-induced displacement often occurs gradually, blurring the line between voluntary and forced movement. This brief

Executive Summary Corporations today operate in a world where business and politics are inseparable. Global supply chain shocks, climate change, trade disputes, and conflict have shown that companies are not passive economic actors but powerful political stakeholders. Increasingly, they are expected to engage in corporate diplomacy — influencing policies, shaping regulations, and contributing to peace

Executive Summary Disinformation has become one of the most pressing threats to democratic governance. From election interference to polarisation during crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the Gaza war, democracies are increasingly vulnerable to manipulation through false or misleading information. The spread of disinformation undermines public trust, weakens institutions, and fuels division. This policy

Executive Summary Journalists in war zones are facing unprecedented risks. From Gaza to Ukraine, Myanmar to Sudan, reporters have become not only witnesses to conflict but deliberate targets. More than 500 journalists have been killed or injured worldwide since 2020, with Gaza alone becoming the deadliest conflict for the press in modern history. Despite existing