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Non-profit OrganizationsDistrict of Columbia, United States11-50 Employees
The Salam Institute for Peace and Justice is a nonprofit organization focused on research, education, and practical work related to conflict resolution, nonviolence, human rights, and development, with an emphasis on bridging differences between Muslim and non-Muslim communities. It aims to provide scholarly and professional expertise to governments, non-governmental organizations, and individuals on the political, socio-cultural, religious, and economic dimensions of conflicts within an Islamic context, while advancing interreligious dialogue and integrating local traditions and values into peacebuilding efforts. Based in the United States, the institute brings together academics and practitioners from conflict resolution, peace studies, Islamic and cultural studies, and international development to expand knowledge on Islamic models for peace and to explore the resources of Muslim communities in addressing conflicts globally. A recent development noted in available information is a partnership with the Nablus Municipality in the Palestinian context, reflecting its international collaboration activities in training and capacity-building efforts in the region.