OUR Work

OEF tackles hard problems in places suffering from fragility and seemingly inescapable conflict. In 15 years of incubating programs as a selffunding, self-operating foundation, OEF has developed best-in-class capacity in a range of competencies that support our mission to prevent armed conflict and promote stability in fragile settings.

In some places, this means creating economic opportunities or facilitating access to finance for migrants and other marginalized groups. In others, it means working to build diplomatic bridges or creating a better understanding of conflict escalation risk factors.

This tailored approach is our greatest strength and the most viable path to peaceful solutions.

Every conflict is unique. A one-sizefits-all approach does not result in sustainable peace. For this reason, OEF works alongside governments, local stakeholders, and other experts before launching any new project to determine how best to apply our expertise in any given environment.

AREAS OF Expertise

Innovative financial solutions

Public and private sector capacity building

Stakeholder engagement and facilitation

Conflict risk modeling and analysis

Peace negotiation and diplomatic engagement