Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA)

The Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA) plays a central role in United Nations efforts to prevent and resolve deadly conflict around the world. DPPA focuses primarily on five areas in international peace and security; Ensuring sound analysis and early warning, Preventing conflict and engaging in peacemaking, Managing political crises and violent conflicts, Sustaining peace and Enhancing partnerships.