International Relations Guide

Data on political violence and protests in developing countries

Monitors states' political behavior in major countries and reports on emerging issues and persisting conditions related to the problems of political violence and "state failure".

Datasets on international conflict

Micro-level conflict data and information on insurgency, civil war, and other sources of politically motivated violence worldwide

Summaries for 487 crises, 35 protracted conflicts, and 1078 state actors for the period 1918-2017

Graphical data on international conflicts

Quantitative examination of levels of peace in various countries and regions

Data on armed conflicts, trends, and peace agreements

The United States Institute of Peace is a national, nonpartisan, independent institute, founded by Congress and dedicated to the proposition that a world without violent conflict is possible, practical and essential for U.S. and global security. In conflict zones abroad, the Institute works with local partners to prevent, mitigate, and resolve violent conflict. To reduce future crises and the need for costly interventions, USIP works with governments and civil societies to build local capacities to manage conflict peacefully. The Institute pursues its mission by linking research, policy, training, analysis and direct action to support those who are working to build a more peaceful, inclusive world.

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