Can the United States prevent or end conflicts and protect its interests without using military force? Do U.S. civilian institutions have the right mix of support, funding, and capabilities to respond to major crises and political transitions? In July 2013, CSIS raised these questions before more than 200 policymakers and experts, with 22 speakers offering perspectives from donors, implementers, and recipients. The demand for civilian power is high. U.S. leaders are under constant pressure to respond to armed conflicts abroad. Better civilian tools could help avoid more risky (and costly) military engagements. The past decade has seen real improvement in civilian stabilization and reconstruction capabilities. Yet many lessons of the past eight decades remain unlearned, and public support to civilian agencies remains low.

About the Author
Robert D. Lamb is a senior fellow and director of the Program on Crisis, Conflict, and Cooperation (C3) at CSIS. Kathryn Mixon is program coordinator and research assistant, and Joy Aoun an adjunct fellow, with the C3 Program at CSIS.


Book Information
ISBN 9781442227798
Author Robert D. Lamb
Format Paperback
Page Count 52
Imprint Centre for Strategic & International Studies,U.S.
Publisher Centre for Strategic & International Studies,U.S.
Weight(grams) 150g
Dimensions(mm) 278mm * 216mm * 3mm