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INSTITUTE FOR ECONOMICS AND PEACE
NEW YORK, NY · EIN 453114269 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE V22 · Social Science · Small ($100K-$1M) · economicsandpeace.org
revenue
$526K
expenses
$497K
net assets
$112K
employees
2
program ratio
57%
mission · from form 990

THE INSTITUTE FOR ECONOMICS AND PEACE (IEP) IS AN INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE DEDICATED TO BUILDING A GREATER UNDERSTANDING OF THE INTER-RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN BUSINESS, PEACE AND ECONOMICS, WITH A PARTICULAR EMPHASIS ON THE ECONOMIC BENEFITS OF PEACE.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) is an international research institute founded in 2007 that advances understanding of peace, conflict, and economics. It produces influential global indices such as the Global Peace Index and Global Terrorism Index, conducts data-driven consulting for governments and multilateral organizations, and offers training programs on peace and resilience. Headquartered in Sydney, IEP operates globally with offices in New York, Brussels, The Hague, Mexico City, and Nairobi.

named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

Business & Peace Course
Online course exploring the relationship between economic systems and peace, hosted on coursebox.ai
Ecological Threat Report
Assesses ecological threats including food insecurity, water risk, natural disasters, and demographic pressure across 172 countries
Global Peace Index
Annual report ranking 163 countries by peacefulness using 23 indicators across societal safety, ongoing conflict, and militarization
Global Terrorism Index
Comprehensive analysis of global terrorism trends, measuring incidents, fatalities, injuries, and hostages over a five-year period
IEP Peace Academy
Free online training platform offering courses on peace, conflict, and terrorism for global audiences
Positive Peace Report
Research framework identifying eight pillars that underpin peaceful societies, used to guide policy and development strategies
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Conflict and Geopolitical Research Analysis 5 activities
    • Capacity-building through collaboration and knowledge sharing
      Collaborates with multilateral organizations, governments, NGOs, civil society, and academic institutions across six continents to share research and build capacity for peacebuilding and conflict analysis.
    • Country and region-specific peace assessments
      Produces national and sub-national peace assessments, including the Mexico Peace Index 2026 and conflict assessments such as an analysis of the Iran conflict through a terrorism lens.
    • Production and publication of the Global Peace Index
      Produces and publishes the annual Global Peace Index, which ranks 163 independent states and territories based on 23 qualitative and quantitative indicators across three domains: Societal Safety and Security, Ongoing Domestic and International Conflict, and Militarisation. The index has been published annually since 2007.
    • Production and publication of the Global Terrorism Index
      Produces and publishes the Global Terrorism Index, which ranks 163 countries annually using a five-year weighted scoring system based on four terrorism indicators: deaths, incidents, injuries, and hostages. Maintains a dataset of over 66,000 terrorist incidents from 2007 to present.
    • Research on the economic impact of violence and peace
      Conducts data-driven analysis on the economic value of peace, including research showing that every dollar invested in conflict prevention saves between $26 and $103 in future conflict-related costs. Focuses on the economic benefits of improved peace and cost of violence.
  • Leadership & Policy Dialogue Forums 1 activity
    • Expert participation in advocacy and policy forums
      Participates in expert panel discussions and global forums such as the Global Impact Summit to advocate for improved humanitarian response systems, conflict prevention, and policy action on interconnected crises.
  • Data & Technology Capacity Building 1 activity
    • Provision of peace and data consulting services
      Provides consulting services to international organizations including the United Nations, World Bank, OECD, and the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs (DFAT), delivering tailored solutions from short-term engagements to multi-year contracts. Distills complex economic, financial, and attitudinal data into actionable insights.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Production and publication of the Ecological Threat Report
      Produces and publishes the Ecological Threat Report, including a 2025 edition analyzing ecological threats such as food insecurity, water risk, natural disasters, and demographic pressure in 172 countries and 3,125 sub-national areas representing 99.99% of the global population. Includes multi-level analysis integrated with assessments of societal resilience and peace levels.
    • Research on Positive Peace and its Pillars
      Conducts research to define and measure Positive Peace, identifying eight factors—known as the Pillars of Positive Peace—that contribute to the creation of peaceful, resilient societies. Analyzes attitudes, institutions, and structures that sustain peace.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$526K
Contributions & grants$364K69%
Program service revenue$162K31%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$497K
Program expenses57%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising28%
Salaries & benefits$292K
Grants paid out$53K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$180K
Cash$170K
Investments$0
Liabilities$68K
Net assets$112K
Liquid reserves4.1 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +32.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
MICHAEL COLLINS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40 $194K
board members · 5
  • MELANIE GREENBERG — Director
  • MICHAEL HITZ — Director
  • PEDER PEDERSEN — Director
  • SABINA ALKIRE — Director
  • STEPHEN KILLELEA — President
relationships · 21

Who they work with

  • AVPN Partner — Collaborates on participation in the AVPN Global Conference 2026, including a panel presentation on disaster response.
  • Australia Department of Foreign Affairs (DFAT) Government — Partner agency working with IEP on peace and development programs.
  • Australian Department of Foreign Affairs (DFAT) Government — Government client receiving peace and data consulting services
  • Department of Parliamentary Services Partner — Co-hosted an event on the state of global peace.
  • Embassy of Australia to the Holy See Partner — Hosted the 2026 Global Peace Index launch event in Rome.
  • English Family Foundation Partner — Engages with IEP in discussions on conflict prevention and impact investing.
  • Judith Neilson Foundation Partner — Collaborates on event programming, with a representative speaking at the Global Peace Index launch.
  • Judith Neilson Foundation Partner — Collaborates with the Judith Neilson Foundation on programs in Africa.
  • Lloyds foundation Partner — Collaborates with IEP on peace-related initiatives and research.
  • OECD Partner — Client receiving peace and data consulting services
  • OECD Partner — Relies on IEP research for insights into peace, violence, and development.
  • Positive Peace Academy Partner — Collaborates on delivering world-class peace education through an online platform.
  • Solidarity for Peace and Development (MAMA) Partner — Co-organized a webinar event on peace and sustainable development.
  • The Charitable Foundation Partner — Sister organisation that implements developmental projects, complementing IEP's research and policy work.
  • The Commonwealth Secretariat Partner — Uses IEP research in its work on peace and development across member states.
  • United Nations Partner — Client receiving peace and data consulting services
  • United Nations Partner — Collaborates with IEP on research and policy initiatives related to peace and development.
  • Vision of Humanity Funder — Platform through which donations to support the Institute for Economics & Peace’s work are collected.
  • World Bank Partner — Client receiving peace and data consulting services
  • World Bank Partner — Works with IEP on research and analysis related to peace, fragility, and development.
  • World Vision Australia Partner — Collaborates with IEP on panel discussions related to conflict prevention and peacebuilding.
strategies · 4

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Data-Driven Measurement of Peace
    methodology: composite peace index
    By using a composite index of 23 qualitative and quantitative indicators to measure and rank peacefulness across nations, we produce actionable insights because standardized, evidence-based metrics enable comparative analysis and policy guidance.
  • Positive Peace Framework
    methodology: Positive Peace framework
    By identifying and measuring the eight systemic pillars that enable societies to flourish — beyond mere absence of conflict — we produce sustainable peace because these conditions generate co-benefits such as economic growth, resilience, and well-being.
  • Research for Policy and Action
    methodology: research_for_policy_change
    By producing independent, evidence-based research and translating data into accessible frameworks, we drive policy change and civil society action because credible analysis strengthens decision-making and mobilizes stakeholders around measurable pathways to peace.
  • Systems-Based Analysis of Conflict and Peace
    methodology: systems-based conflict analysis
    By analyzing interconnected global risks — such as geopolitical fragmentation, conflict spillover, and emerging technologies — we produce deeper understanding of peace and conflict dynamics because systemic interdependencies determine the trajectory of societal resilience and security.