We transform conflict
in the digital age.

At the intersection of peacebuilding and technology, Build Up uses new tools for old problems, and old tools for new problems. We implement programs, conduct research, and develop technical solutions to engage with conflict and build societies in which everyone can thrive.

We organise our work in three program areas

Inclusive Politics

We provide support to political processes at the intersection of peacebuilding and democratization, using participatory methodologies, digital technologies and peacebuilding expertise.

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Digital Conflict

We analyze how digital technologies and AI are contributing to conflicts, develop programming to address the impact of these digital harms on conflict, build the capacity of other organizations to do the same, and work with national and global policymakers to bring a peacebuilding lens to digital governance.

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Creative Peace

We work with artists and peacebuilders to explore creative pathways to peace. Over the years, we have run small artist residencies, worked on participatory films, and hosted open arts spaces.

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We produce knowledge and tools for peacebuilders

Explore Phoenix, our free social media analysis platform for peacebuilders and mediators

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Join us at the annual Build Peace Conference to explore emergent challenges to peace in a digital era, and peacebuilding innovations to address these challenges

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Dive into Our Research & Publications

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Mersal Digital Consultation Report (December 2025)

05/08/2026

Mersal is a digital platform designed to enable large-scale public consultations among Sudanese communities inside the country and across the diaspora, with over 9,000 subscribers. It operates through a WhatsApp…