Maryland-based • globally engaged
Research, dialogue and policy for a more peaceful society.
A global hub for research, policy engagement, and community initiatives at the intersection of religion, conflict resolution, and sustainable peacebuilding.
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IRUSP Knowledge Map
Religion × Peace × Policy
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From research submission to public impact
Submit papers, policy briefs, and field reports for editorial review, publication, and public access through the IRUSP research library.
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04. Impact
The Institute for Religious Understanding and Sustainable Peacebuilding (IRUSP)
is an independent interdisciplinary research institute based in Maryland, USA, committed to advancing religious understanding, interfaith engagement, social justice, and sustainable peacebuilding through research, education, policy engagement, and community collaboration.
IRUSP was established in response to growing global concerns surrounding religious extremism, social polarization, violent conflict, inequality, migration, digital misinformation, and the urgent need for constructive dialogue across religious and cultural boundaries. The Institute serves as a platform for scholars, policymakers, faith leaders, civil society organizations, and community stakeholders to engage critical issues shaping religion and human society in the contemporary world.
Rooted in purpose, driven by measurable public impact.
IRUSP generates actionable knowledge, fosters interfaith engagement and informs public policy through collaboration with academic institutions, faith communities and civil society.
Research & Publications
Working papers, policy briefs, reports and peer-informed resources for scholars and practitioners.
Community Dialogue
Forums, lectures and dialogue programs that bring diverse religious and civic voices together.
Training & Policy
Certificate courses, workshops and practical frameworks for religious literacy and peacebuilding.
Rooted in Purpose,
Driven by Impact
Our Mission
To generate actionable knowledge, foster interfaith engagement, and inform public policy through collaboration with academic institutions, faith communities, policy makers, and civil society organisations worldwide.
Our Vision
To position Maryland as a model environment where diverse religious traditions collaboratively contribute to a just, equitable, and peaceful society — and to scale this model globally through research and advocacy.
Who We Serve
Researchers, policy makers, faith leaders, civil society organisations, and communities seeking evidence-based pathways to peace and mutual understanding across religious and cultural boundaries.
Research Focus
Interfaith dialogue, religion-conflict nexus, peacebuilding methodologies, public policy and religion, community resilience, and the role of spiritual traditions in sustainable societal development.
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JUNE 2026
Inauguration of the Institute — IRUSP
The official launch of IRUSP with inaugural speeches from our distinguished Advisory Board scholars. A historic milestone in religious understanding and sustainable peacebuilding.
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Policy Brief
Religious Understanding & Sustainable Peacebuilding
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Interfaith Dialogue Field Guide
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Training & Policy
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Turn your scholarship into a resource others can use.
Researchers, students, policy professionals and community practitioners can submit research papers, policy briefs, field reports and case studies for review.
Upcoming lectures, conferences and policy dialogues.
Public Lectures
Interfaith Forums
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Contribute to a culture of understanding and peace.
Submit research, join an event, partner with the institute or explore the growing library of peacebuilding resources.