Past Events

Each year The Pearson Institute hosts a variety of lectures, workshops and seminars. Unless noted otherwise, all events are held on the University of Chicago campus.

10.30.23

African Democracy in the Balance

Since 2020, at least a dozen African nations have endured coup d'états; six countries crossing 3,500 miles across the center of the continent now constitute the longest stretch of military rule in the world. Featuring former principle deputy to the Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Geeta Pasi, a former US Ambassador to Djibouti, Chad and Ethiopia; James Robinson, director of The Pearson Institute for the Study and Resolution of Global Conflicts; Semafor Africa reporter Yinka Adegoke; and Mvemba Phezo Dizolele, director and senior fellow of the Africa program at the Center for Strategic & International Studies. Co-sponsored by the Institute of Politics. 

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10.24.23

Human Rights and the Future of Afghanistan

Join International House and The Pozen Family Center for Human Rights as we partner with The Pearson Institute for the Study and Resolution of Global Conflicts and The Chicago Council on Global Affairs to present a conversation on human rights and the future of Afghanistan with Nader Nadery, Former Human Rights Commissioner, Afghanistan; Peace Negotiator; and Senior Fellow at the Wilson Center.

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10.20.23

2023 Pearson Global Forum

A thin line divides human realities, yet the fundamental desire for simple human existence remains the same. Existing disparity is sending ripple effects throughout the world as we grapple with refugees of war and climate, despotic governments, and both new and protracted global conflicts. It is essential to find paths towards resolution, peace, and stability.

The Pearson Global Forum will convene leading scholars and high-level policymakers from around the world to exchange ideas and maximize the potential for impact in preventing and resolving conflicts and informing policy.

October 20, 2023

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James Robinson in Ukraine

Institute Director James Robinson presents themes from his internationally bestselling book, Why Nations Fail, at an event in Ukraine.