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

The U.S. Gives Refuge to Torture Victims from All Over — Except from Guantanamo

The U.S. hasn’t agreed to resettle any of its own torture victims, much less offered any other form of accountability.

This Is What Reparations Could Actually Look Like In America

A tax on concentrated would have a positive impact on the economy for everyone, reducing the racialized, distorting impact of concentrated wealth.

Making Utility Bills Rise Again

The mercury is rising, and so are utility bills. So why does this administration want to scrap those Energy Star labels that help us save?

The Seattle Minimum Wage Study Is Utter B.S.

Fortunately for workers, credible research still points to raising the minimum wage as one reliable solution to the scourge of inequality.

How Wealth Managers Undermine Society and What We Can Do About It

An expert explains how shadowy practitioners of financial trickery help facilitate widespread tax evasion — and undermine democratic government.

The Real Reason Trump’s Trying to Derail Cuba Advances

Trump’s motivations to reverse Obama-era policies have less to do with human rights, and more about fear of an example of a different kind of society, Netfa Freeman tells Rising Up with Sonali.

If We Want the Arts in Baltimore, We Need Artists

It’s not enough to see shows and buy local art. Policy changes are needed to fully acknowledge the value that artists bring to Baltimore.

Trump’s Policy Is Clear: Civilian Casualties Don’t Matter in the War on Terror

Multiple air strikes on cities and the use of white phosphorus—a probable war crime—guarantee a growing death toll.

Historic Wins for Democracy and Rights in El Salvador

There have been two giant wins for democracy, human rights, and the environment in an unlikely spot: the small, embattled nation of El Salvador. What lessons can be learned, and can nations and activists build on these two victories?

All Signs Point to a Coming Conflict with Iran

Behind all of Trump’s boneheaded policies in the Middle East is an unmistakable urge for confrontation with Iran.