Institute for Conflict Analysis and Resolution (ICAR)

The Institute for Conflict Analysis and Resolution (ICAR) is a research and education center dedicated to studying, understanding, and teaching methods for resolving conflicts. It focuses on providing practical skills and knowledge to help individuals, organizations, and communities peacefully manage disputes, prevent violence, and build more cooperative relationships. Located at George Mason University, ICAR combines academic research with real-world applications, emphasizing negotiation, dialogue, and conflict transformation to promote social justice and stability in diverse settings.