An Independent Home for the Greater Horn
The Greater Horn Horizon Forum (GHHF) is an independent, autonomous, non-profit research and policy forum bringing scholars and intellectuals together to promote dialogue, peace and regional integration.
Bringing Research and Policy Together
GHHF provides a platform for scholars and intellectuals from the Greater Horn of Africa and its diaspora to exchange ideas, conduct research and develop a shared vision for the region’s future.
The Forum connects independent research with policy discussions on peace, stability and regional integration. It encourages constructive dialogue across different perspectives and promotes intellectual independence.
GHHF was launched under UNESCO’s initiative at a founding conference in Djibouti in November 2007, with support from the African Union and IGAD. Approximately 80 academics, policymakers and representatives of regional and international organisations attended.
Building a Peaceful and Integrated Region
To promote cooperation, dialogue and a shared future-oriented vision among scholars and intellectuals of the Greater Horn and its diaspora, while linking rigorous research to policy and encouraging dialogue over violence.
Our Objectives
Peace and Stability
Build consensus around a shared vision for peace, stability and regional integration.
Research and Policy
Generate evidence-based studies that contribute to proactive policy development.
Dialogue and Training
Promote intercultural dialogue, knowledge exchange and training in regional integration.
- Encourage anticipatory research and scenario-building.
- Promote reflection, exchange and intercultural understanding.
- Defend independent thought and intellectual freedom.
Core Values
Our work is guided by principles that support independent thinking and constructive regional engagement.
Academic Freedom
Respect independent inquiry, research and the open exchange of ideas.
Impartiality and Integrity
Encourage responsible scholarship, fairness and integrity in dialogue.
Individual Participation
Members contribute in their individual capacities rather than representing government positions.
Common Ground
Promote mutual understanding and shared solutions across different perspectives.
Governance and Regional Engagement
Under its 2007 Statutes, the Forum operates through three principal governance structures.
General Assembly
The General Assembly meets every two years.
Executive Committee
A 17-member committee provides institutional leadership in accordance with the Forum’s Statutes.
Executive Secretariat
Led by the Executive Secretary, the Secretariat manages day-to-day operations at the headquarters in Djibouti.
Be Part of the Conversation
Researchers, scholars and institutions interested in independent research, regional dialogue and cooperation are invited to connect with the Forum.