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NAMEPES is an international research platform connecting Europe with North Africa, the Middle East, and the Persian Gulf. We bring together scholars, policy-makers, and civil society through education, dialogue, and collaborative projects.

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Our mission

Our mission is to generate and disseminate cutting-edge knowledge on the interconnected political, social, and security dynamics of Europe, North Africa, the Middle East, and the Persian Gulf. Through summer schools, collaborative projects, and high-level events, NAMEPES builds bridges between academia, policy, and civil society. We aim to empower the next generation of scholars and practitioners, inspire evidence-based policymaking, and strengthen partnerships that contribute to peace, resilience, and inclusive development across the region.

Our vision

To become a leading hub of knowledge and dialogue on the Mediterranean and European region — a bridge between academia, policy, and civil society — fostering innovative research, training the next generation of scholars, and building partnerships that advance peace, security, and sustainable cooperation.