The Center for International Conflict Resolution (CICR) contributes to the resolution of international deadly conflict through research, education and practice. CICR strives to increase understanding of international conflicts through innovative, collaborative research and is committed to offering courses that disseminate knowledge about conflicts and their causes. CICR responds directly to the expressed needs of parties involved in ongoing conflicts, empowering individuals and organizations to address conflicts constructively. CICR’s research, education, training and practice inform one another, creating a unique synergy that enriches each element of the center's work. CICR also coordinates efforts of academics and practitioners from governmental, nongovernmental and international organizations in joint research and action.

Located within the Institute of War and Peace Studies at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs, CICR routinely participates in partnerships inside and outside the university. Founded by Dr. Andrea Bartoli as the International Conflict Resolution Program in 1997, the center took its present name in January 2002. Former U.S. Sen. George Mitchell joined the center as a Senior Fellow in July 2002.