The Institute for Peace and Security Studies (IPSS) at Addis Ababa University is a prestigious academic and research institute with a pan-African reach. It is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge, research, and policy dialogues on peace and security in Africa. IPSS offers a range of academic programs, including training for academic staff from other universities in Ethiopia.

The institute also conducts rigorous academic and applied research in conflict analysis, prevention, management, and resolution. IPSS is committed to promoting African-led solutions to security challenges and provides a platform for African leaders, stakeholders, and thought leaders to engage in policy dialogues through its Africa Peace and Security Programme (APSP). Additionally, the annual Tana High-Level Forum on Security in Africa facilitates frank and candid dialogue among African leaders to explore African-led security solutions.

IPSS's work acknowledges the critical nexus between governance, human security, socio-economic development, and sustainable peace. As a top-ranked think-tank in Africa, IPSS plays a vital role in shaping peace and security agendas on the continent