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08/08/2026

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28/07/2026

On 22 June, SeeD participated in the 7th Annual Conference of the International Association for Reconciliation Studies (IARS) at Ledra Palace.

The panel, “Rethinking Peace Process Design: Integrating Civic Participation, New Methodologies, and Pathways to Overcome Impasse,” examined how civic assemblies and consultative bodies could contribute to the Cyprus peace process. The speakers discussed how inclusive participation, deliberative democracy, new methods, and emerging technologies could strengthen legitimacy, deepen public engagement, and help address long-standing negotiation impasses.

The discussion brought together Dr.İlke Dagli-Hustings of SeeD, Charis Psaltis, Neophytos Loizides, Allison McCulloch, and Meltem Onurkan-Samani.

Watch the full panel here:
https://youtu.be/SFFUqtjZe0U

From the panel on civic assemblies in the Cyprus peace talks at the...

21/07/2026

From June 6-10 , SeeD colleagues Dr. Ilke Dagli-Hustings and Yana Tucker attended the AI for Good Summit, the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Forum, and the UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance in Geneva.

The week centred around one shared question: how can AI best serve humanity? Discussions explored the role of AI in widening access and supporting innovation across education, development, mental health, and humanitarian action fields, among others.

Conversations also examined how global governance can ensure the use of AI is ethical, responsible, and grounded in human rights.
Through sessions, exhibitions, and exchanges with other organisations, Ilke and Yana explored emerging AI applications and discussed their possible use in peacebuilding.

For SeeD, this opens an important conversation around AI for Peace: how AI can support peacebuilding efforts, help practitioners respond to challenges, and contribute to more peaceful societies, with accountability and human judgement at their core.

15/07/2026

SeeD presented evidence on social cohesion and interethnic relations at the launch of the DIALOG 2026–2028 Programme

the Centre for Sustainable Peace and Democratic Development (SeeD) participated in the launch of the DIALOG 2026–2028 Programme—Moldova's new strategic framework for strengthening interethnic relations and social cohesion, organised by the Agency for Interethnic Relations.

During the event, Cristina Petcu, Research Coordinator for SeeD Moldova, presented findings from the Expert Community Scoring Tool (ECoST), highlighting how locally generated evidence can support more informed and inclusive public policies.

The presentation showcased results from assessments conducted in 20 urban and rural communities across Moldova, where local experts evaluated community wellbeing, civic participation, and intergroup relations.The findings indicate the levels of acceptance of ethnic and cultural diversity, attitudes towards Ukrainian refugees, cooperation between neighbouring communities and community mobilisation potential.

09/07/2026

Ukraine’s recovery cannot succeed without placing women’s economic security, mental wellbeing, and equal access to services at its core. Our analysis shows why gender-sensitive reconstruction must be a strategic priority for URC2026.

06/07/2026

📢 The report is out: the EU Scholarship Programme for Cypriot Youth at UWC is making a meaningful contribution to peace, youth development, and civic action in Cyprus.

The new External Impact Assessment Report covers the 2020–2025 programme cycle and examines the impact of the programme. The assessment found high levels of positive intergroup feelings among beneficiaries, including social proximity, intercommunal trust, and social tolerance.

The assessment was carried out by the Centre for Sustainable Peace and Democratic Development (SeeD) and the Cyprus Peace and Dialogue Centre (CPDC), using quantitative and qualitative research to examine how the Programme’s intended outcomes are emerging among participants.

📖 Read the full report and explore the findings:https://api.scoreforpeace.org/storage/pdfs/EU-Scholarship-Programme-Impact-Assessment-Report-FV.pdf
Read the executive summary here:https://api.scoreforpeace.org/storage/pdfs/EU-Scholarship-Programme-Impact-Study-Executive-Summary-English-FV.pdf

UWC Cyprus Cyprus Peace and Dialogue Centre Ilke Dagli Meltem Onurkan Samani

05/07/2026

Our new infographic shares key findings from SeeD’s latest SCORE BiH report on social cohesion in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

The findings show a more nuanced picture than many public narratives suggest. Everyday coexistence across ethnic lines is largely functional, community cooperation is strong, and inclusive belonging remains one of the country’s key strengths.

The report still points to important challenges. Intergroup trust remains limited, confidence in institutions is moderate, and pessimism about the country’s direction remains high.

The opportunity is clear: build on local resilience, turn civic potential into structured participation, and make progress more visible.

Read the full report here: https://api.scoreforpeace.org/storage/pdfs/score_eng.pdf

01/07/2026

Our new SCORE report on social cohesion in Bosnia and Herzegovina is out.

Based on SCORE BiH 2025, with comparative insights from SCORE BiH 2020, the report looks at intergroup relations, belonging, civic participation, trust in institutions, and people’s sense of progress.

The findings show a country more resilient than it is often portrayed. Community cooperation is strong, everyday coexistence remains functional, and many people still share an inclusive sense of belonging.

Yet the report also shows that pessimism about the future remains high, trust between groups is still limited, and civic potential needs stronger spaces to grow.

This is why evidence matters: it helps identify where risks are concentrated, where strengths already exist, and what kinds of action can support trust, participation, and social cohesion.

Read the full report here:https://api.scoreforpeace.org/storage/pdfs/score_eng.pdf

29/06/2026

Rest in peace, Sevgül Uludağ.

At SeeD, we are deeply saddened by the passing of Sevgül Uludağ, a courageous investigative journalist, writer and peace activist. Sevgül dedicated her life to uncovering the truth about Cyprus’ missing persons and giving dignity to families across both communities. Her investigative work, oral histories and moral persistence helped Cyprus face some of its most painful silences. Cyprus has lost a brave voice, but her legacy will continue to guide all who work for truth, healing and peace.

Our heartfelt condolences go to her family, friends, colleagues, and all communities touched by her work.

May she rest in peace.🖤🕊️

23/06/2026

📢 The June 2026 issue of the SeeD Newsletter is now out!

Inside this edition, we share updates from across our work in Somalia, Moldova, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Fiji, and Cyprus, including:

🌿 The launch of the Heshiis Beeg Barometer for Somalia
📊 New publications on social tensions, conciliation, and social cohesion
🤝 SCORE engagements in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Fiji
🌍 Reflections from the Commonwealth People’s Forum Regional Conversation
📚 New book chapters by SeeD researchers

Read the full newsletter here:
https://api.scoreforpeace.org/storage/pdfs/seed-newsletter-june-2026.pdf