Past Events

Webinar
Climate and Environment
Energy Transitions in MENA: Unlocking the Region’s Clean Energy Potential
Oct 30, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM ET
Experts explore the Middle East's transition from heavy dependence on hydrocarbons to a growing commitment to renewable energy.
Conferences
US Foreign Policy
Trump and the Middle East: A Second Term Review
Oct 16, 2025 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM ET
Experts examines the policies of the second Trump administration toward the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and their implications for democracy, human rig…
Webinar
SyriaPublic Opinion
What Syrians Want: Prospects for Democracy and Economic Development
Sep 18, 2025 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM ET
Experts discuss the findings of the latest Syrian public opinion poll surveying more than 3500 Syrians in July-August 2025.
Book Talks
EgyptDemocracy and Governance
Egypt’s New Authoritarian Republic
Sep 10, 2025 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM ET
Experts explore the rise and consolidation of authoritarianism in Egypt under President Sisi and assess their internal and external implications.
Webinar
Palestine/IsraelThe War on Gaza
What Comes Next in Gaza?
Aug 26, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM ET
Experts discuss the current situation in Gaza and the Israeli plan to occupy Gaza City and displace over a million civilians.
Book Talks
Palestine/IsraelConflicts and Conflict Resolution
Understanding Palestine and Israel
Aug 14, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM ET
A conversation with Phyllis Bennis about her new book on Israel and Palestine, which delves into the historical roots of the conflict and examines the current …
Webinar
SudanConflicts and Conflict Resolution
Sudan’s Power Struggle: Humanitarian Catastrophe, External Influences, and Ways Forward
Jul 31, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM ET
Experts analyze the humanitarian crisis in Sudan and the ongoing civil war between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces.
Webinar
SyriaUS Foreign Policy
The Future of US-Syria Relations and the Implications of Lifting the Sanctions
Jul 15, 2025 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM ET
Experts examine the lifting of US sanctions on Syria and the diplomatic rapprochement between Washington and Damascus.
Webinar
IranUS Foreign Policy
The US Role in Israel’s War on Iran: Regional and Global Implications
Jun 26, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM ET
Experts discuss the role of the United States in Israel's war on Iran, the scope of its involvement, and the strategic goals it is hoping to achieve.
Conferences
LevantThe War on Gaza
A Historic Juncture: Israel’s Destruction of Gaza and the Palestinian Future
Jun 11, 2025 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM ET
Experts address the status of human rights after genocidal violence was unleashed on Gaza, the scale and scope of destruction and loss, as well as the need for…
Panel Discussions
Palestine/IsraelThe War on Gaza
Gaza: Journalists Under Fire – Film Screening and Discussion
May 29, 2025 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM ET
"Gaza: Journalists Under Fire" tells the story of three of the journalists killed by the Israeli army while covering the genocide in Gaza. The film screening w…
Webinar
LevantMedia and Technology
AI-Assisted Atrocities in Palestine: Censorship, Surveillance, and Tech Complicity
May 29, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM ET
Experts discuss the role of technology and big tech companies in the occupation of Palestine, enabling digital repression and censorship of pro-Palestine conte…
Featured Speakers
SyriaDemocracy and Governance
Syria’s Transitional Government: Challenges, Policies, and Prospects
May 22, 2025
Syrian Transitional Government ministers discuss the makeup and duties of the new government and the challenges of rebuilding Syria.
Webinar
Energy and Economics
The Trump Tariffs and MENA Economies: Implications of the Global Trade War
May 8, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM ET
Experts discuss the implications of Trump's tariffs for Middle East economies.
Webinar
Palestine/IsraelProtests and Activism
Washington Targets Dissent: Repression from the Academy to the Streets
Apr 24, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM ET
Experts discuss the crackdown on universities and protesters, as well as the Trump administration's efforts to gut academic freedom.
Webinar
The Arab WorldConflicts and Conflict Resolution
Neglected Conflicts in Libya, Sudan, and Yemen: Humanitarian Conditions, Challenges, and Prospects for Resolution
Apr 10, 2025 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM ET
Experts examine neglected conflicts in Libya, Sudan, and Yemen, as well as their key drivers and pathways toward potential resolutions.
Webinar
LebanonDemocracy and Governance
Lebanon’s New Government: Challenges and Prospects for Reform and Revitalization
Mar 27, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM ET
Experts discuss the challenges and opportunities facing Lebanon under its new leadership.
Webinar
The Arab WorldDemocracy and Governance
Towards Inclusive and Democratic Governance in MENA: Challenges and Prospects
Mar 20, 2025 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM ET
Experts examine the challenges and prospects of inclusive governance and democratic transition in the Middle East.
Webinar
US Foreign Policy
Upending Soft Power: The Human Cost of U.S. Funding Cuts in the MENA Region
Mar 13, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 am ET
Experts discuss the impact of US funding cuts across the Middle East region, with a focus on health and humanitarian aid and development, human rights, and civ…
Webinar
Palestine/IsraelUS Foreign Policy
Implications of Trump’s Ethnic Cleansing Plan for Gaza
Mar 6, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM ET
Experts discuss the implications of the White House's plan for Gaza and how it will affect the Middle East region.