Dr S.J.P. Israelsen (Shelliann)

Shelli's research focuses on women and conflict processes, insurgent-civilian relations, and post-conflict development. Specifically, she researches the ways conflict affects and is affected by women, and the role of women’s organizations in conflict and peace-building processes.

Shelli has published research on insurgent recruitment strategies, interstate strategic rivalries and the effect of conflict on women’s political participation. Her current research project examines the relationship between ideology/repression and gendered conflict alliances.

Shelli received her Ph.D. (2018) from Indiana University – Bloomington, USA.