About AP

Agency for Peacebuilding is a nonprofit promoting peace by connecting research, policy, and action. 

Peacebuilding forum
Mission & vision

Bridging the Gap between Research and Action

Agency for Peacebuilding (AP) was founded to connect analysis and practice, turning evidence and knowledge into concrete action.

We promote inclusive and just societies through the prevention and transformation of violent conflict, facilitating dialogue and strengthening cooperation between institutions, communities and civil society actors.

We believe that peace is not just a goal, but an ongoing process that requires expertise, responsibility and collaboration.

We envision a world in which conflicts can be addressed and transformed without resorting to violence. A world in which peace is not a fragile balance, but a process built through inclusion, innovation and sustainability.

We believe in approaches that build trust, promote justice and bring about lasting change in societies and institutions.

Connecting people, shaping sustainable peace. Creating brighter futures together. To spark real progress

AP’s vision is of a world where conflicts can be transformed without violence and where peace can be promoted through inclusive, innovative and sustainable means.

10+Years

Since 2015

Agency for Peacebuilding is a think-and-do organization with over a decade of experience, turning knowledge into action to transform conflict into opportunity through impactful, real-world solutions.

Our Approach

Positive peace

We believe in a definition of peace that is not just the absence of war, but a just, inclusive and equitable society

Dialogue, local ownership and partnership

Our approach promotes open dialogue among the actors we work with. AP is always committed to local ownership and equal partnerships

Pluralism, diversity and inclusion

We recognise the value of diversity and the importance of pluralism in our work. We operate with an inclusive and intersectional approach

Creativity and innovation

Creativity and forward-looking approaches are also at the heart of our work, as we strive to create peacebuilding solutions that are innovative and sustainable

Our areas of action

Peace Map
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Our partners and supporters

Our Team

We’re a passionate group driving real change
Bert Koenders

Advisor Council

Mariachiara Giaccai

Project Officer

Bernardo Venturi​

Presidente & Responsabile
di Ricerca e Policy

Lamberto Zannier

Advisor Council

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