Our Work
At IPS, our work is centered in our vision: we believe everyone has a right to thrive on a planet where all communities are equitable, democratic, peaceful, and sustainable. Our intersecting programs and initiatives, led by a diverse group of expert staff and associate fellows, are helping to shape progressive movements toward this vision.
Latest Work
U.S. Arrogance on Display in UN Human Rights Commission Flap
The decision by the U.S. Congress to withhold $244 million in dues owed to the United Nations only builds upon the growing global perception of U.S. arrogance.
Closing the Latin American Air-Bridge: A Disturbing History
The supposedly successful closure of the “air bridge” hasn’t therefore meant the end of the joint U.S./Peruvian “surveillance” program, but rather increased the area where “interdiction” must occur.
Alternative Development Won’t End Colombia’s War
Even if the U.S. and Colombian governments were to take alternative development seriously, there are staggering obstacles to overcome.
Coming of Age in Colombia: “No Podemos Perder La Esperanza”
It is time to say ” ya no más” and to join together to build a genuine movement for peace.
End U.S. Support for Egyptian Repression
he United States cannot hope to promote democracy around the world as long as its supports repressive rule in Egypt or anywhere else.
Looking from India at the Spy Plane
The sharp differences about what exactly happened plagued the negotiations.
China’s Political Succession: Four Myths in the U.S.
Cheng Li ,”China’s Political Succession: Four Myths in the U.S.”
Israel’s Jordan is Palestine Option
Rather than continuing to dream of a Palestine with no Palestinians, General Sharon should be having nightmares, for himself and his people, thinking about the vengeance brewing in the hearts of those who have been made homeless or have lost their mothers
Thank You Mr. Sharon
Mr. Sharon has returned the Palestinian society to a culture of resistance. Soon, he will move the international community to a new culture of responsibility toward protecting Palestinian civilians and realizing a negotiated solution to the conflict based
Walter Kansteiner: Assistant Secretary of State for Africa
The nomination of someone as unsuitable as Kansteiner deserves greater scrutiny and public opposition.