Building Trust, Delivering Solutions
Who we are?
T
he EastWest Institute (EWI) is an independent NGO focused on conflict resolution. EWI has a 36-year track record of convening power, trust building and back channel diplomacy to develop sustainable solutions for today’s major political, economic and security issues around the world. Recognized as an “honest broker,” EWI’s success is predicated on providing a platform where political, military and business leaders find common ground and solutions to international conflicts. Headquartered in New York City, EWI has offices in Brussels, Moscow, Washington, D.C. and San Francisco.
What We Do?
We are a global network of experts providing thought leadership, strategic counsel and unique perspectives to governments, the private sector and other stakeholders worldwide.
We mobilize key resources to address problems and deliver innovative solutions.
We bring conflicting parties to the negotiating table, often for the first time, enabling dialogue and trust building.
We anticipate global and regional challenges relevant to policy makers and corporate leaders.
We activate our network of over 1,000 public and private sector decision makers globally, building long-term relationships that we rely on during times of crisis.
A Network of Trust EWI is a diverse and global network of impact. We forge new connections and build trust among global leaders and influencers and take action through our wide network of partners.
EWI offices New York Brussels Moscow Washington, D.C. San Francisco Seattle EWI partners in 177 countries accross the globe
EWI Legacy
Forged trust and understanding between the U.S. and the Soviet Union during the Cold War era, hosting first ever military-tomilitary dialogue between NATO and Warsaw Pact countries.
For his role in the reunification of Germany, the German government bestowed an Order of Merit on EWI’s late founder, CEO and President John Edwin Mroz (1948-2014).
From the Balkans to Russia, EWI was instrumental in fostering economic stability and entrepreneurship and establishing cross border cooperation during 1990s and 2000s.
EWI Impact
Instrumental in laying the groundwork between Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Barack Obama on reducing the level of cyber attacks between the two countries in 2015.
The EastWest Institute is challenging each of us to rethink our international security priorities in order to get things moving again. As your slogan so aptly puts it, you are a ‘think and do tank.’ — Ban Ki-moon EWI is one of the most effective institutions working in the foreign affairs field. — Madeleine Albright A dedicated fighter for the cause of freedom; a tireless and subtle organizer of dialogues in the pursuit of peace; a bridge between groups that needed a means of working together. — Henry Kissinger
Few other institutions can approach the EWI track record of practical accomplishment in helping to change the world for the better. — George H.W. Bush EWI always takes a refreshingly direct approach. — Mohamed ElBaradei I marvel at how EWI is able to make a difference, consistently. — Martti Ahtisaari This Institute is distinguished by its effective multinational dialogue work as well as its success in integrating business in the public policy debate. Its results speak for themselves. — Condoleezza Rice
EWI Now
“These are the times not of confusion, but of opportunity. Precisely when global issues and challenges are great, the EastWest Institute goes into action to do what no one else does: anticipate problems and advocate solutions.” Cameron Munter EWI President and CEO
“The Institute is truly global and its experts forward thinking—addressing today’s daunting challenges— whether promoting cooperation in cyberspace, exploring new approaches in the Middle East, securing a stable Afghanistan and navigating the evolving relationships between major powers such as the United States, China and Russia.” Ross Perot, Jr. EWI Chairman of the Board
EWI brings top American and Chinese leaders together, including the first ever China High-Level Political Party Leaders Dialogue (P2P) with Communist Party officials and the U.S. Democratic and Republican National Committees.
As one of the last remaining western NGOs active in Russia, EWI organizes joint U.S.-Russia working groups on cybersecurity and narcotrafficking.
The Middle East and North Africa program provides a platform for dialogue between regional rivals in the Middle East and engages major stakeholders in an attempt to find common ground in tackling root causes behind the rise of ISIS.
Afghanistan Reconnected Process: a unique forum for private sector leaders, members of parliaments and experts from Afghanistan, its immediate neighbors and interested countries to promote regional economic cooperation.
On the forefront of international cybersecurity since 2009, mobilizing global policymakers and experts to address cyber crime, encryption and risks from connected devices.
New Prospects
Deepening dialogue with policymakers and influencers on ISIS, terrorism, refugee streams, falling oil prices, and regional economic issues.
Broadening the EWI Food-Water-Energy Nexus Program, concerning global and regional security of scarce resources.
Engaging Central and South Asian nations in regional security, including projects involving Afghanistan, India and Pakistan.
Examining the present and future roles of Lebanon, Turkey and prospects of the Kurdish issue in the new Middle East.
To learn more about the work of EWI, or to support our ongoing efforts on critical issues, please visit eastwest.ngo.
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