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His vision was to create a think tank dedicated to advancing world peace, charging trustees to use the fund to "hasten the abolition of international war"<ref>“Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.” Wikipedia, 11 Nov. 2024. Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carnegie_Endowment_for_International_Peace</ref>. | His vision was to create a think tank dedicated to advancing world peace, charging trustees to use the fund to "hasten the abolition of international war"<ref>“Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.” Wikipedia, 11 Nov. 2024. Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carnegie_Endowment_for_International_Peace</ref>. | ||
==Financial Sponsors== | |||
The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace is primarily funded through its endowment, originally established by Andrew Carnegie with a $10 million gift in 1910. This initial funding was provided in the form of first mortgage bonds, generating interest to support the organization's operations and mission. Over time, the organization has also received grants from various entities, such as the Hewlett Foundation, which awarded $1 million for specific projects like the Africa Program and Cyber Policy Initiative. In 2023, the organization reported revenue of $51,064,825 and expenses totaling $45,424,424 . | |||
==Mission Statement== | |||
The Carnegie Endowment’s mission is to generate strategic ideas and independent analysis, support diplomacy, and train the next generation of international scholar-practitioners. These efforts aim to help countries and institutions address complex global challenges and safeguard international peace. | |||
==Objectives and Vision== | |||
The Carnegie Endowment seeks to advance international peace through: | |||
* Geopolitical Analysis: Providing insights into regional contexts worldwide, including Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. | |||
* Governance: Developing innovative approaches to governance and international engagement. | |||
* Global Cooperation: Addressing transnational issues such as climate change, nuclear deterrence, and disputes in global commons through tangible solutions. | |||
* Technological Innovation: Bridging gaps between researchers, industry leaders, and governments on topics like artificial intelligence and biotechnology. | |||
Its overarching vision remains rooted in Andrew Carnegie's original goal of promoting international cooperation to abolish war—the "foulest blot upon our civilization"—and fostering a peaceful global society. | |||
==Website and Contact Information== | |||
* Website: www.carnegieendowment.org | |||
* Main Office Address: 1779 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20036 USA | |||
* Phone Number: (202) 483-7600 | |||
* Contact Person: Alison Rausch (Vice President for Development) | |||
==Prominent Research Figures== | |||
The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace has been home to numerous influential scholars and policymakers. Notable figures include: | |||
* James T. Shotwell, a former president who played a pivotal role in drafting the United Nations Charter and establishing the UN Commission on Human Rights. | |||
* Elihu Root, the first president of CEIP and Nobel Peace Prize recipient, known for his contributions to international law. | |||
* Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director General of the World Trade Organization, who served on the Board of Trustees. | |||
* Other prominent figures include former U.S. President Dwight Eisenhower, John Foster Dulles (former Secretary of State), and Nicholas Murray Butler (Nobel Peace Prize laureate). | |||
==Global Presence== | ==Global Presence== |