CNS strives to combat the spread of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) by training the next generation of nonproliferation specialists and disseminating timely information and analysis. It is the largest nongovernmental organization in the United States devoted exclusively to research and training on nonproliferation issues. It is located at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey.
CNS is deeply committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity, both within our organization and in the nonproliferation and international security field writ large.
- The CNS Young Women in Nonproliferation initiative is committed to exposing WMD nonproliferation and disarmament issues to more women at US colleges and universities. By doing so, CNS hopes to encourage young women to consider careers in this field. CNS also conducts events at women’s colleges and matches undergraduate women who are interested in this field with mentors.
As part of its ongoing efforts to increase and promote DEI, CNS is a proud supporter of and partner with Women of Color Advancing Peace and Security (WCAPS), and maintains a particularly close relationship with the WCAPS-West Coast chapter.
CNS Locations
Monterey, CA
James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies (CNS)
Middlebury Institute of International Studies
460 Pierce Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Phone: (831) 647-4154
Fax: (831) 647-3519
E-mail: [email protected]
Washington, DC
James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies (CNS)
1400 K Street, NW, Suite 1225
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: (202) 601-2344
Fax: (202) 842-0556
Learn more about our Washington, DC Office
Vienna, Austria
Vienna Center for Disarmament & Non-Proliferation (VCDNP)
Andromeda Tower, Floor 13th
Donau-City Strasse 6
1220, Vienna Austria
Phone: +43 (1) 236-9482
Fax: +43 (1) 269-9124
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web: http://vcdnp.org
CNS Center-Related Articles
- NPT Roundtable Discussion Co-hosted by CNS and the Malaysian Mission to the UNThe event, entitled “The 2019 NPT PrepCom: What Is to Be Done?” was held on October 25, 2018 at the Malaysian Mission in New York.
- CNS International Advisory Council Focuses on US-Russia RelationsThis meeting invariably stimulates a lively and informed exchange of views across a range of topics. This year was no exception.
- Intensive Course on Nuclear Nonproliferation and Security for Women in STEMThe workshop will be held in Accra, Ghana, on February 11-14, 2019. Application deadline is November 30, 2018, but apply as early as possible.
- In Remembrance of Raymond ZilinskasWe are very saddened by the recent passing of our long-time colleague and friend.
- The CNS Undergrad ExperienceHear from CNS summer interns what they appreciate most about the program.
- UN High Representative for Disarmament Izumi Nakamitsu Visits CNSShe discussed new UN initiatives related to disarmament and nonproliferation education and the intersection of gender and nonproliferation.
- CNS Hosts High-Level US–Russia Workshop on Nonproliferation and DisarmamentA meeting was held with US and Russian nonproliferation experts to encourage potential future dialogue between the two countries.
- CNS Summer Undergraduate Interns Share ResearchResearch was on media in nonproliferation, analyzing capabilities using open-source data, geospatial and countermeasure intelligence, and how nuclear governments think.
- Former Defense Secretary William Perry Sounds Warning at MIIS WorkshopThe danger today is the two countries would accidentally start a nuclear war because no one is talking to the other.
- Top-Level Undergraduates Join the CNS Summer Nonproliferation Internship ProgramThe 2018 group is a diverse set of undergraduates from a variety of backgrounds and specializations.