INITIATIVES 03

Peace,
Decolonization &
Self-Determination

Examining the critical relationship between environmental stewardship, institutional accountability, and long-term development stability across the globe.

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120

Countries Reached

47+

Active Programs

CORE AREAS OF FOCUS

Six Pillars of Peace and Decolonization

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Territorial Disputes & Occupation

Monitoring unresolved territorial conflicts and the governance implications of prolonged military occupation under international law.

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02

Self-Determination Frameworks

Evaluating the mechanisms available to peoples seeking self-determination, from referenda to autonomy agreements and international arbitration.

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03

Post-Colonial Governance

Assessing how colonial-era institutional structures continue to shape governance outcomes in formerly colonized nations.

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04

Peace Negotiation Support

Providing independent analysis to support evidence-based peace negotiations and transitional political arrangements.

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05

Displacement & Refugee Rights

Examining displacement caused by conflict and occupation, and monitoring compliance with international refugee protection obligations.

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Decolonization in Multilateral Bodies

Tracking debates and resolutions in the UN and regional bodies relating to decolonization and political self-determination.

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THE FRAMEWORK

Legal & Political Foundations

UN Charter — Article 1 & Chapter XI


Declaration on the Granting of Independence to Colonial Countries


International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights


International Court of Justice Advisory Opinions


African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights


THE METHOLOGY

Independent Rigor

GMC integrates independent monitoring, evaluation of compliance with international standards, and strategic engagement with policy and multilateral stakeholders. All research adheres to principles of independence, impartiality, and investigative rigor, ensuring all analysis is grounded in verified evidence.

Field Reporting

Community Voices

Transforming hope into meaningful action

By joining hands, we deliver food, shelter, and opportunities that uplift vulnerable families and create brighter, equitable futures filled with dignity and opportunity for all.

  • Independent monitoring of conflict zones and occupied territories

  • Strategic engagement with multilateral policy stakeholders

  • Evidence-based analysis that shapes international discourse

Field documentation, Sahel region 2024

COMMUNITY VOICES

Independent monitoring is the first line of defense against the erasure of history and rights.

Dr. Amara Diallo
Senior Policy Analyst, GMC

UPCOMING EVENTS

Join us in the field

May

08

PANEL DISCUSSION

Talk with Education Leaders

Virtual · Open to all · 2:00 PM EST

May

15

PUBLIC FORUM

Californians and Their Government

Sacramento, CA · In-person · 10:00 AM PST

JUN

03

Workshop

Grow with Mentors

Virtual · Limited spots · 1:00 PM EST

JUN

18

SMINAR

Health Insurance Seminar

New York, NY · In-person · 9:00 AM EST

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