The Central Africa Policy Forum is a gathering of NGOs, UN missions, UN agencies and departments, and academics in New York to explore policy options for building sustainable peace in the Great Lakes and neighboring states in Central Africa.

The CAPF provides a space where representatives from these agencies and institutions who are working on issues of peace, security, development and reconciliation in the region may exchange ideas, highlight concerns, coordinate efforts and explore possible solutions.

The objective of the CAPF is three-fold: create an atmosphere of dialogue among NY-based agencies, organizations, and missions to strengthen institutional structures and enhance communication and collaboration; provide an informal opportunity for information sharing on current activities and research projects related to the region; and provide an opportunity for strategic planning and coordination of advocacy.