Africa Dialogue on the Hill: Security Hotspots in Sub-Saharan Africa: Policies Toward Peace
CGD's Todd Moss will speak at this event hosted by Brookings Institution's Africa Growth Initiative and The Congressional African Staff Association
Africa Dialogue on the Hill: Security Hotspots in Sub-Saharan Africa: Policies Toward Peace
Thursday, November 15, 2012
9:30am – 10:30am
Speakers:
Nii Akuetteh
Independent Africa Policy Analyst and Researcher
Todd Moss
Vice President for Programs and Senior Fellow, Center for Global Development
Michael Weinstein
Professor of Political Science, Purdue University
Following the remarks, the panel will take audience questions. Breakfast will be provided.
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Thursday, November 15, 2012
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