After the Darfur Peace Agreement was signed in Abuja in May 2006, unrest in the region continued. The U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) and other experts sought to include civil society in negotiations to promote stabilization and violence prevention.

Podziba Policy Mediation has facilitated and consulted on issues related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and internal conflicts within Israel.

The Millennium Summit Declaration set out the vision of heads of state and government for the United Nations’ role in the 21st century and commitments to promote peace, development and social justice.

The UN Department of Political Affairs (UNDPA) supports mediation efforts around the world and is responsible for implementing Security Council Resolution 1325, which affirms a critical role for women in the prevention and resolution of conflicts and peace negotiations.