Warren Hoge Announced as International Peace Institute Vice President

NEW YORK, April 17 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The International Peace
Institute (IPI) announced today that Warren Hoge, United Nations bureau chief
for The New York Times, will be joining IPI in June as Vice President and
Director of External Relations.
Mr. Hoge brings to IPI a distinguished career of 32 years in international
affairs at The New York Times. In addition to his current position as UN
bureau chief, he has served as bureau chief in Rio de Janeiro and London,
foreign editor, editor of The New York Times Magazine, and assistant managing
editor. As a foreign correspondent, Mr. Hoge has reported from more than 80
countries -- covering political turmoil and guerrilla warfare in Central
America, the peace process in Northern Ireland, the Blair administration and
royal family in Britain, and areas of significant UN presence, including
Central Africa and the Middle East.
IPI (formerly IPA, the International Peace Academy) is an independent
forum for research, analysis, and dialogue on issues of security and peace.
Serving the UN and international communities for more than 30 years, IPI
provides innovative, policy-driven research, cutting-edge analysis, and a
unique forum for convening leading thinkers and policymakers in international
affairs. The institute is led by Terje Rod-Larsen, President, and Edward C.
Luck, Senior Vice President and Director of Studies.
When he joins IPI in mid-June, Mr. Hoge will direct the communication,
publicity, and promotion of programs, meetings, publications, and events as
the organization seeks to expand its global presence and raise its profile as
a leading contributor to peace and security studies. President Rod-Larsen
expressed his high regard for Mr. Hoge and the extraordinary promise of his
appointment: "As IPI's work grows in scope and reach, no one is better suited
than Warren Hoge to lead our communications and media efforts in the coming
years. It is my great privilege to welcome him aboard."
SOURCE The International Peace Institute

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