The IWC prepares the warfighter to conduct irregular warfare across the spectrum of conflict by bridging instruction to operationalizing IW using next-generation techniques and concepts that enhance the lethality of the force and positions the United States and key Allies and partners to remain ahead of the threat.
In alignment with Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 5400.17 and recent Executive Orders issued by the President, the Irregular Warfare Center (IWC) has reviewed and adjusted its social media content and publications to ensure compliance with DoD policies and priorities. As a result, certain posts have been removed, are in a process of being removed or modified to maintain consistency with federal guidance and uphold the integrity of our official communication channels. The IWC remains committed to transparency, professionalism, and adherence to DoD directives while continuing to engage with our community in a manner that reflects our core values. For any questions regarding social media or publication policies, please refer to official DoD guidance available at https://www.defense.gov/News/Releases/Release/Article/4079501/pentagon-releases-digital-content-refresh-memorandum/
We invite you to check out our new Irregular Warfare Center milestone highlight reel showcasing some of our significant initiatives, engagements and accomplishments since standing up officially in October 2022.
We’re pleased to announce that the latest edition of PRISM: The Journal of Emerging Threats | Complex Statecraft (Fall 2026) is now online. We’re proud to feature a collection of 12 articles and two book reviews in this issue.
The IWC’s staff is composed of experienced combat veterans who understand what is necessary to fight and win. Their knowledge is enhanced by the Center’s distinguished academics who provide in-depth, timely, and relevant analytical support to accomplish the Department’s mission. The combination of warfighting experience and intellectual forethought is novel within the government and continuously provides innovative solutions to the most complex challenges.
IW-101 offers an introduction to the fundamental aspects of Irregular Warfare and it consolidates key concepts from U.S. policy, doctrine, and academia in about 90 minutes.
IW-201 expands upon IW 101 to compare and contrast different IW definitions and conceptualizations, discuss IW missions, operations and activities and provided vignettes of IW in practice.
Irregular Warfare 110 provides information on Irregular Warfare (IW) approaches for Homeland Security (HS) and Homeland Defense (HD).
IW-201 expands upon IW 101 to compare and contrast different IW definitions and conceptualizations, discuss IW missions, operations and activities and provided vignettes of IW in practice.
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Read MoreWASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of War (DoW) Irregular Warfare Center (IWC) concluded its fourth annual Scholars Colloquium at the...
Welcome to the monthly newsletter for the IWC. This newsletter is designed to keep our community up-to-date on the latest...
National security and maritime leaders convened at Port Miami, Fla. on July 14-15 to discuss measures and strategies to counter...
