IPSS is a premiere institute for education, research, and policy dialogue on peace and security in Africa. Its mission is to serve its African stakeholders through: - Education and professional development: provide state-of-the-art education and professional development programmes in peace and security in Africa. - Policy Dialogue: develop, organise, and support forums in peace and security in Africa to engage African stakeholders in policy dialogue. - Research: conduct action-oriented research that promotes practical African-led solutions for peace and security challenges in Africa.