Facilities
HIPSIR is equipped with modern library and information technology facilities.
- We also have spacious classrooms which have modern technological equipment, creating a learner friendly environment for the students.
- The library has a large volume selection both in print and online in the many subscribed journals on peace studies and international relations. This facilitates learning and exposes students to diverse perspectives within the academic field.
- HIPSIR is equipped with enough computers for student use as well as wireless connections for easy browsing and research.
- HIPSIR also has conference facilities as well as 14 self-contained accomodation rooms.
- We also have a spacious conference facilities i.e
- Auditorium: 64 people
- Conference Hall 4th Floor: 100
- Conference Hall Ground Floor: 350 people
- Conference Halls are equipped with PA System and Power Point Projectors
- The HIPSIR building is equipped with Disabled Access
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CHARTERED MEDIATORS COURCE EVALUATION
Have you ever wondered who speaks for the rights of small scale miners/communities in the extractive industries? Hekima institute of peace studies and International relations (HIPSIR) with the help of our donor Misean Cara sponsored 12 individuals from Kwale County...
Read moreTHE SEVENTH STUDENT LED CONFERENCE

Contrary to the previously held student led conference that took place in one day, the seventh was a two-day event that took place on the 17th and 18th October 2019. A large representation of members from various social diversities, the...
Read moreCMT Consultation Meeting

For long, there has been an unclear resonance of where to find African conflict-related data. The fact that many western and other external independent firms such as NGO's and data service providing firms are always undertaking this kind of venture...
Read moreInternational Relations Students Visit to IPSTC

Hekima Institute of Peace Studies and International Relations (HIPSIR) students undertook an educational visit to the International Peace Support and Training Centre (IPSTC) on 3rd October 2019. The 15 International Relations class students led by Dr. Elisée Rutagambwa, who explained...
Read more5th Annual Student-led conference

The Institute of Peace Studies and International Relations (HIPSIR) of Hekima University College, Nairobi, Kenya is organizing and hosting the 7th Annual Student led conference which is a one-day conference on the 18th October 2019 on the theme - The...
Read moreA visit to the Hekima university college chapel during the TRRR conference

I can do yoga in this chapel, Dr. Waltrina Middleton, delegate at the TRRR conference expressing her love for the Hekima University College chapel. The 8th Transatlantic Round table Conference on Religion and Race (TRRR) was convened in Nairobi, Kenya, at...
Read moreKwale Field Visit Report

The second lot of the Ongoing Chartered mediators Course training had its planned field visit of Kwale County on 2nd September 2019. The visit targeted mining areas in the County with an intention of getting firsthand information from the miners...
Read moreMban Leadership Training

Hekima Institute of Peace Studies and International Relations (HIPSIR) conducted a 3 day workshop on Christian Leadership and Peacebuilding in Mban Parish Migori with the target audience being 29 church leaders from the parish. The feedback from the participants and...
Read moreTrans-Atlantic conference on Religion and Race (TRRR)Conference

The Trans-Atlantic conference on Religion and Race was held from 1st -5th July 2019 at Hekima Institute of Peace Studies and International Relations (HIPSIR). The conference was attended by over 60 participants different cultural diversities and religions across the globe....
Read moreConflict Resolution and Peace Building Course

Hekima Institute of Peace Studies and International Relations (HIPSIR) held a 5 day training on conflict resolution and peace building from 22nd to 26th July 2019. The training was attended by 21 participants from different institutions and organizations working for...
Read moreEarly Career Researcher (ECR) Workshop

Hekima Institute of Peace Studies and International Relations (HIPSIR) hosted a two day Early Career Researcher (ECR) workshop on 16th and 17th July 2019. The workshop brought together over 35 participants from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, South Sudan and Ethiopia with...
Read moreThe rise of Omar Al-Bashir and the Dynamics That Led to His Ouster
Sudanese President Omar Al-Bashir with Sudan amry forces in Khartoum, Sudan on 9 April 2017 [Ebrahim Hamid/Anadolu Agency] Since the wave of independence hit Africa in the 60s, the continent has…
Chartered Mediators In Ukunda and Kwale County
The second batch of chartered mediators had a second training on July 2019 from 22nd to 25th July 2019 in Ukunda, Kwale County. This particular training had 12 participants with…
THE TRANSATLANTIC ROUNDTABLE ON RELIGION AND RACE
The conference was held from 1st -5th July at Hekima Institute of Peace Studies and International Relations (HIPSIR). It was divided into 2 sections; Pre-conference and the main conference. It…
Promoting Inter-Faith Dialogue in Kenya
The students from Hekima University College attended an open day at Jamia Mosque in Nairobi-Kenya, on Saturday, 27/10/2018. According to the Jamia Mosque Committee, the event served: firstly, to enhance…
The South Sudan Crisis: What is the way forward for peace?
The South Sudan Crisis: What is the way forward for peace? Lucy Poni Modi Lucy Pony Modi is currently pursuing her MA degree in Peace Studies and International Relations at HIPSIR, Hekima…
RESEARCH ON SOCIAL CONFLICT, SOCIAL CAPITAL, AND RELIGIO-CULTURAL RECONCILIATION PRACTICES IN EAST AFRICA
HIPSIR was involved in data collection in Kenya and Nothern Uganda. Preliminary findings indicate that religious leaders have been effective actors in advancing reconciliation in Northern Uganda as well as…
STAKEHOLDER MEETINGS ON EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIES
HIPSIR brought together representatives from Civil society, county government, national government, Base Titanium and the community who are actively involved on issues of extractives in Kwale county. The aim of the…
Reconceptualising North Korea as a Threat to Global Peace and Security
Michelle Digolo Nyandong Michelle Digolo Nyandong holds a BA (Hons) International Relations and Law from Keele University, UK. She also holds an MA in Peace Studies and International Relations (Hons) from…
Extractive Industries in Africa | Addressing Conflicts and Integrating Sustainable Development
EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIES IN AFRICA | Addressing Conflicts and Integrating Sustainable Development Elias Omondi Opongo, SJ (Ed.) Extractive industry in Africa has emerged as an important sector that continues to shape the socio-economic…
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