Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies (IPDS) is an Islamabad, Pakistan-based independent, non- governmental, not-for-profit Research, Advocacy, and Public Diplomacy Think and Do Tank. IPDS aims to provide strength to Pakistan’s effective role in Peace and Intellect Silk Road through innovative and innovative research, effective advocacy, dialogues series, education modules, consultancy services, well-built & knitted public diplomacy initiatives and engagements in the thematic areas of Peace, Tolerance and Conflict Resolution, Sustainable Development, Public Diplomacy, Inclusive Governance, Women Peace and Leadership, and Diplomatic Studies. IPD aims at connecting diverse groups and disciplines including experts, researchers, academicians, non-government organizations from across the globe working in conflict zones with the sole purpose of creating sustainable peace in countries and communities facing traditional and nontraditional security threats.