Richard Atwood is president of the International Crisis Group (ICG). Describing their role as to “sound the alarm to prevent deadly conflict,” the ICG provides a global conflict tracker that identifies both areas at risk of escalation and opportunities to advance peace. The ICG operates using permanent field presence. The ICG receives half its funding from governments; 30% from foundations; 20% from the private sector. President Richard Atwood has served as research director in Brussels and hosts the podcast Hold Your Fire.