Conflict Research Network West Africa (CORN West Africa) is a knowledge platform and academic community for researchers based in institutions in West Africa who are working in the field of peace, security, and political violence. CORN West Africa is a growing network with more than 150 members across 35 institutions in West Africa. The Network mobilises researchers to conduct cutting-edge research on peace, security, violent conflicts, and political violence. The Network organises an annual workshop for conflict researchers where members are updated on the state of the art of peace and conflict research and share ongoing and complete research.