Brenda Lyshaug

Brenda Lyshaug is a Senior Lecturer in the School for International Studies at Simon Fraser University, focusing on ethics of war, pacifism, and gender and identity politics. She teaches courses on international ethics, humanitarian intervention, and political resistance.

• Ph.D. in Political Science from Princeton University
• M.A. in Political Science from York University
• B.A. in Political Science from the University of Toronto

Her research explores the ethics of military force in humanitarian contexts, pacifism, and nonviolence. She also examines gender dynamics in political resistance and the theoretical underpinnings of identity politics. Her work bridges contemporary political theory and feminist critiques, emphasizing coalition-building and authenticity in political movements.

Lyshaug’s publications engage with feminist theory, identity politics, and modern political thought. Her work critiques theoretical frameworks around recognition and authenticity, contributing to debates in political philosophy and gender studies.

No scientific awards or grants are listed. No advisees are recorded. She has no listed affiliations with research labs or teams.