The Acronym Institute for Disarmament Diplomacy was founded in 1996 by Dr Rebecca Johnson, and is internationally recognised for high quality analysis and strategies to develop and support multilateral disarmament and security agreements. Acronym’s reputation for strategic initiatives, accuracy and integrity enables it to engage with key governments and decision-makers, whilst also capacity building and networking to increase the effectiveness of progressive civil society in different countries. The Acronym Institute conducts research and disseminates ideas, analyses and strategies on: peace and human security; disarmament; arms control; non-proliferation; environmental sustainability; women’s security, rights and democratic participation; and international law and human rights, including international humanitarian law. Acronym engages with policy-makers and opinion-formers and assists in the education of the public and elected representatives on debates, policies and negotiations on human, national and international peace and security, including the effects of weapons, security doctrines and disarmament.
