Studies show conflicts are best resolved through negotiation, not war. CMI is actively doing this work in over 20 countries across four regions.
CMI—Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation promotes global peace by mediating dialogue in conflict regions. Known for facilitating inclusive, community-based solutions, CMI has positively impacted peace processes worldwide, including efforts in the Middle East, Africa, and Eurasia, focusing on long-term stability and gender equality in peacemaking.
Former President of Finland Martti Ahtisaari was the founder of CMI. He played a leading role in peace deals in several parts of the world.
In 2008 he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his leading role in bringing independence to Namibia, Serbia’s withdrawal from Kosovo, and autonomy for Aceh in Indonesia.
People behind CMI are a diverse team of professionals dedicated to advancing peace and conflict resolution. They bring expertise in dialogue facilitation, mediation, policy advocacy, and inclusive peacebuilding.
“Pekka Haavisto’s appointment is an opportunity to strengthen the role of the UN in efforts to advance peace in Sudan” – Tiina Kukkamaa-Bah, Head, Sub-Saharan Africa, CMI
As UN-led structures erode and negotiations become more state-centric and short-term, how can we connect rapid talks to inclusive, long-term peace efforts? Watch a recording of our event discussing how shifting global power dynamics are reshaping peacemaking.
Join us via a recording on Thursday 26 February as we explore how shifting global power dynamics are reshaping peacemaking.
CMI is implementing a Women, Peace and Security initiative with a consortium that includes The Kvinna till Kvinna Foundation.
CMI:n vanhempi projektipäällikkö Saana Keskitalo keskusteli Ylen aamussa Gazasta ja Yhdysvaltojen presidentti Donald Trumpin rauhanneuvoston ensimmäisen kokouksen sisällöstä.
CMI’s CEO Janne Taalas recently gave a talk to staff at Nordic law firm, Roschier. Janne reflected on a career spent at the intersection of diplomacy, conflict mediation, and global negotiation.
As Europe grapples with the question of how to balance principles and pragmatism for peace, CMI gathered leaders in Brussels for a critical debate on peacemaking.
Last week, CMI was part of a discussion about technology and peace in Italy, at the Roma Tre University. CMI is committed to the responsible use of technology in peacemaking.
CMI expert in digital peacemaking, Michele Giovanardi, reports that these were the 3 points that received the greatest attention.
⌛️ It is 25 years since UN Security Council Resolution 1325 and 30 years since the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action.
These anniversaries mark significant dates in the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) global agenda and warrant critical assessment of progress and challenges.
Teknologia tuo rauhanprosesseihin uusia osallistujia sekä uusia tapoja käsitellä konfliktien juurisyitä ja ennakoida jännitteitä, kertoo CMI:n digitaalisen rauhanvälityksen päällikkö Johanna Poutanen Tivin haastattelussa.
Free learning opportunity with a webinar that will present real-world examples of how AI is used in peacemaking.
With global leaders rounding up meetings in Davos and EU leaders convening next door in an extraordinary Summit, CMI brought together over 130 policymakers and international leaders in Brussels.