A global scholarly network for the study of peace and the causes of war
IPRA is the oldest and largest global consortium of scholars researching the conditions of peace and the causes of war, violence and conflict.
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Publications
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Affilates
Connect with our five regional peace research associations worldwide.
Five affiliated associations covering every continent
Asia-Pacific Peace Research Association
Connects peace researchers and educators across Asia and the Pacific to advance conflict resolution, security studies, and regional cooperation.
Latin American Peace Research Council
A network of Latin American scholars and institutions dedicated to peace research, human rights, and the study of social conflict in the region.
Africa Peace Research and Education Association
Supports peace research, education, and capacity-building initiatives across the African continent, linking scholars, practitioners, and institutions.
European Peace Research Association
Brings together European peace and conflict researchers to foster collaboration, share scholarship, and strengthen the field across the continent.
Peace and Justice Studies Association
A North American-based association promoting scholarship, teaching, and activism at the intersection of peace, justice, and conflict transformation.
Join the world’s oldest peace research network.
Since 1964, IPRA has connected scholars across five continents studying peace, conflict, and the causes of war. Membership is open to researchers, educators, and practitioners worldwide.