The University for Peace Central Asian Program (CAP) develops human capacities for education in peace-building and conflict prevention in the region of the former Soviet Central Asia. CAP is part of the UPEACE global effort to establish peace education centers in key regions around the world. The mission of the UPEACE Central Asia Program is to promote stability by transferring into the region new self-sustaining capabilities for peace education, training, research & dialogue.  The expanding regional network of Central Asian professors, experts and civil society leaders trained by CAP reduces regional tensions, improves mutual confidence and cooperation, and strengthens local capabilities to build peace.