Why us?
Common Ground Leadership is powered by Search for Common Ground. We have reimagined 40 years of global peacebuilding as a new model for leadership.
Search for Common Ground is the world's largest dedicated peacebuilding organization. Founded in 1982 and nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 2018, Search works to transform the way the world deals with conflict - away from adversarial approaches and towards collaborative problem solving.
1. We are global experts in collaborative leadership
Common Ground Leadership builds on 40 years of lived experience that has unlocked solutions in the most divided contexts around the world, across 5 continents and over 50 countries. In 2024 alone, we reached over 180,000 global leaders. And now, we offer this technique to you.
2. We innovate on the frontline
We use evolving technologies and creative tools to deliver lasting impact. We are a pioneer in media & digital peacebuilding and we've equipped leaders with deliberative tech and AI to increase their legitimacy and reach new audiences.
3. We know how to unlock breakthroughs
Our technique is battle-tested from the frontline of the most divided societies. From influencing international peace deals in Central Asia to facilitating business engagement in conflict-affected communities in DRC, we've unleashed new possibilities in seemingly intractable situations.
4. We have evidence it works
Our research shows that collaborative leadership solves shared problems and improves well-being. In 2024, our global leadership programs led to a 60% increase in leaders’ influence, even in the most divided contexts.