In the Indian context, three regions experience varying degrees of conflict - Maoist-affected areas, Jammu and Kashmir and the Northeast. As a result of the ongoing violence these regions remain one of the most backward in terms of economic, social development, and its people continue to live a compromised life. Creating an environment that allows for development to thrive and catalyzing change in socially and politically unstable areas poses a unique set of challenges and dangers. Participants will be invited to explore solutions/ actionable plans to catalyze change in conflict zones.