Mission

The Cornwallis Group sees itself as a vehicle for excellence in analysis. Through discussion, outreach, and publication, it also sees itself as a bridge between national military agencies, other governmental departments, international and non-governmental organizations that often work together on the ground, but seldom meet in a reflective environment to discuss issues of common concern. The group intends to reach out to those organizations, which do not usually participate in military conferences, to engage with them in establishing a common understanding of the wider constraints under which we are attempting to deal with new operational challenges.

Statement of Principles

Established as a forum for the exchange of analytic techniques and processes The Cornwallis Group is not limited to models, dealing with or related to improving the conditions for international peace and stability. The group is open to all who would like to participate in its deliberations. Participants from any and all nations are welcomed into the group.

The primary activity of the group is to conduct symposia and workshops, and publications, dealing with problems and issues related to improving the conditions for, and contributing to, the establishment and maintenance of, international peace and stability.

Following the feature is the key of the founding of the group. Symposia is always designed to permit each accepted speaker a minimum of one hour of floor time, to include adequate time for discussion and questions from the audience.

While there may be themes established for symposia of the group, there will always be opportunities for presentations that cover issues outside the themes. This principle will contribute to the richness of discussions.

The group maintains a minimal administrative structure, and provides a platform and opportunities for the comprehensive exposure of new ideas, problems, and techniques to contribute to international peace and stability.