Welcome to the International Student/Young Pugwash (ISYP) Resources Page! Here, we’ve compiled a broad range of resources to support students, youth, and researchers like you in deepening your understanding and engagement with nuclear-related and non-proliferation issues. Whether you’re looking for educational materials, seeking out research opportunities, or aiming to connect with like-minded individuals and organizations, we hope this page serves as a valuable starting point.

Educational Resources

1. Atomic Heritage Foundation: Explore an extensive collection of oral histories, personal accounts, and educational articles related to the history of the atomic age. Visit the Foundation
2. Nuclear Threat Initiative (NTI) Education Center: Offers courses, simulations, and educational materials on nuclear security, non-proliferation, and global security. Explore NTI Resources
3. International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Learning Zone: Provides a wealth of information on nuclear science and technology, ranging from energy production to medical applications. Discover the Learning Zone

Research and Policy Analysis

1. Arms Control Association: Access a wide range of resources on arms control policies, treaties, and the current status of arms control initiatives around the world. Browse Resources
2. Carnegie Endowment for International Peace – Nuclear Policy Program: Engage with in-depth analysis and commentary on nuclear policy, strategy, and arms control. Read More
3. James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies: Explore databases, country profiles, and research on nonproliferation and disarmament. Visit the Center

Advocacy and Engagement

1. Global Zero: Join the international movement for the elimination of nuclear weapons. Participate in campaigns, events, and advocacy efforts. Get Involved
2. International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN): ICAN, the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, offers numerous ways to engage with the cause of nuclear disarmament. Learn How to Contribute
3. Ploughshares Fund: Support efforts to reduce and eventually eliminate the dangers posed by nuclear weapons. Explore How to Help

Professional Networks and Opportunities

1. Young Professionals in Foreign Policy: A network for young professionals to connect, learn, and develop careers in foreign policy, with a focus on non-proliferation and global security issues. Join the Network
2. International Youth Nuclear Congress: Offers networking, mentorship, and educational opportunities for young professionals in the nuclear field. Discover IYNC

Tools and Databases

1. Nuclear Risk Reduction Center Dashboard: Provides real-time data and analysis on nuclear risk and security. Access the Dashboard
2. SIPRI Arms Control and Non-proliferation Programme: Offers databases and reports on nuclear forces, arms control treaties, and non-proliferation efforts. Visit SIPRI

More links and resources

Key Treaties and Agreements

• Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT)
• Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT)
• Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW)
• New START Treaty

United Nations Resources

• UN Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA)
• Conference on Disarmament
• UN Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR)
• International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)

Think Tanks and Research Institutes

• Arms Control Association
• Federation of American Scientists
• Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists
• Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
• Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI)
• Belfer Center, Harvard Kennedy School
• James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies

Educational Resources

• Coursera course: The Threat of Nuclear Weapons
• edX course: Living at the Nuclear Brink
• NTI tutorials on nuclear and radiological security
• video by Physicists Coalition
• VCDNP Course

Fellowships and Internship Opportunities

• UNODA Disarmament Fellowship Programme
• SIPRI Internship Programme
• Belfer Center Fellowships
• CTBTO Youth Group

Other Resources Lists

• Physicians Coalition for Nuclear Threat Reduction list
• List by Zia Mian and Alex Glaser

How to Stay Updated

• ISYP Newsletter: Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest events, opportunities, and insights in science, ethics, and security.
• Follow ISYP on Social Media: Stay connected with our community and updates through our Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn pages.

We hope these resources empower you to further your knowledge, engage in meaningful dialogue, and contribute to the global nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation efforts.

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