President’s FORUM. is a series of monthly convenings organized by Nick Pozek for the Association for Conflict Resolution’s Greater New York chapter. Nick invites prominent conflict resolution practitioners and scholars to discuss a broad range of timely topics, including geopolitics, peacebuilding, human rights, and social justice. Past guests and topics have included:

  • Dr. Sarah Federman, Power, Oppression, and Negotiation (March 21, 2025)

  • Dr. Bekeh Ukelina, Culture & Conflict Resolution among the Bette (February 21, 2025)

  • Dr. Susan Kang, The U.S. Election: Implications for Human Rights, Democracy, and the Rule of Law (December 13, 2024)

  • Dr. Christopher Ankersen, Civil-Military Relations (November 22, 2024)

  • Dr. Jennifer Brick Murtazashvili, Political Economy of the Commons (September 27, 2024)

  • Dr. Kieran McEvoy, Apologies in Transitional Justice (August 16, 2024)

  • Dr. Qian Wei, Civic Organizations, Democracy, and Authoritarian Regimes (July 26, 2024)

  • Dr. Waheguru Pal Sidhu, Ukraine and Nuclear Dangers (June 14, 2024)

  • Dr. Olajumoke Ayandele, Political Stability, Development, and Conflict (May 03, 2024)

  • Dr. Mark Lacy, Theorizing Future Conflict (April 19, 2024)

The President’s FORUM. series provides a platform for experts to share their insights and perspectives on today’s critical issues. These thought-provoking and informative discussions offer valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities for conflict resolution.

FORUM. graphics and marketing were developed by Elise Brancheau.