Knowledge That Informs Action
Peace and security challenges are complex. Sustainable solutions require credible evidence, informed dialogue and institutions with the capacity to act.
LIPS brings together research, policy engagement, training and convening to help decision-makers and communities better understand emerging challenges and develop practical responses.
Research & Policy
Independent research and evidence-based analysis on the peace, security and governance issues shaping Liberia and West Africa.
Training & Capacity Building
Building the knowledge, skills and institutional capacity of policymakers, practitioners, researchers and peacebuilders.
Policy Dialogue
Creating spaces where policymakers, researchers, communities and practitioners can engage, exchange ideas and shape solutions.
Our Strategic Focus
LIPS works across six interconnected areas that are central to sustainable peace and democratic security governance.
Conflict Prevention & Early Warning
Identifying risks, strengthening early response and supporting peaceful solutions before conflict escalates.
Security Sector Reform & Governance
Promoting professional, accountable and democratic security institutions that serve and protect communities.
Transitional Justice & Reconciliation
Supporting efforts to address the legacies of conflict, advance accountability and strengthen social healing.
Women, Peace & Security
Advancing women’s meaningful participation and leadership in peacebuilding and security decision-making.
Climate Security & Environmental Peacebuilding
Understanding how environmental pressures, resource competition and climate change affect peace and security.
Youth, Peace & Security
Supporting young people as leaders, innovators and active contributors to peace and democratic development.
Research That Makes a Difference
LIPS produces independent research and policy analysis designed to inform decisions and improve practice.
Our work brings together local knowledge, regional perspectives and international standards to examine the challenges shaping Liberia and West Africa.
Research areas include:
- Peace and conflict
- Security governance
- Transitional justice
- Democracy and governance
- Climate and environmental security
- Women, peace and security
- Youth, peace and security
- Regional security dynamics
Building the Next Generation of Peacebuilders
Peace requires capable people and strong institutions.
LIPS provides training, fellowships, workshops and customised capacity-building programmes designed to strengthen the skills of those working to advance peace, security and good governance.
A Platform for Dialogue
The most meaningful solutions often emerge when diverse voices come together.
LIPS convenes policymakers, researchers, practitioners, civil society, communities and development partners to examine challenges, exchange knowledge and build practical solutions.
Knowledge for a More Peaceful Future
Our publications, research and analysis are designed to make important knowledge accessible to those who need it.
Explore the latest thinking on peace, security, governance and development in Liberia and West Africa.
Work With Us
LIPS believes that lasting peace is built through collaboration.
Whether you are a government institution, development partner, research organisation, civil society organisation, academic institution or community-based organisation, there are many ways to work with us.