The Centre on Armed Groups supports efforts to reduce violence and end armed conflict.
We do this through conducting forward-looking research, creating safe spaces for dialogue, and providing advice.
Latest analysis
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Time for Change: The Normalization of Corruption and Diversion in the Humanitarian Sector
This paper explores the specific aid practices that enable and perpetuate corruption and diversion in conflict contexts, and what donors and implementers should be doing differently.
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Resist, Negotiate, Submit? Civilian agency and jihadism in Central Mali
Based on extensive first person research, this report examines how communities negotiate the presence of armed jihadist groups in Central Mali.
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Climate Adaptation in No Man's Land
This paper examines the failure the address climate adaptation in conflict areas and areas beyond state control. As a way forward, it argues more environmental engagement with communities and armed groups in these areas in required.
What we do
Research
We generate innovative research, policy-relevant evidence and timely analysis on armed groups, from insurgencies to criminal and far-right groups.
Dialogue
We create safe spaces for discussion and learning about armed groups.
Advice
We work with a diverse range of actors to support their engagement with armed groups.
