SIPA convened an expert panel to discuss the unfolding humanitarian situation, the reaction and role of Israel’s Arab neighbors, and the ability of diplomacy to avert a humanitarian disaster and deter a wider war.

Dr. Rajiv Shah, president of the Rockefeller Foundation, talked about his new book with Dean Keren Yarhi-Milo.

SIPA convened an expert panel to discuss the Hamas attack on Israel, its implications, and more.

“IGP is the living embodiment of SIPA’s mission, our global ambition, and our commitment to evidence-based solutions and meaningful dialogue,” said Dean Keren Yarhi-Milo. The event drew luminaries from around the world.

On September 19, the newly launched Institute of Global Politics (IGP) collaborated with the Center on Global Energy Policy (CGEP) at Columbia University SIPA to host the panel, “Bridging the Divide: Making Action on the Energy Transition a Reality.” Leading experts convened to discuss how to hasten the energy transition and understand how to make use of effective communication, policy, research, and social mobilization.

The conversation is the first event in the new SIPA Spotlight series.