Patty Chang

Patty Chang is an Adjunct Associate Professor at New York University's Center for Global Affairs, College of Arts & Science. She specializes in international and sub-national security, focusing on security sector reform, disarmament, and civil war dynamics. Her research integrates advanced methodologies like machine learning and satellite imagery to inform evidence-based policymaking. Dr. Chang has held roles at the UN Office of Internal Oversight Services and advised numerous international organizations on conflict management.

Education:

• Ph.D., International Relations, University of Oxford
• M.I.A., International Security Policy, Columbia University
• B.A., European Studies, Barnard College

Her research interests span peacekeeping, gender and conflict, weapons proliferation, and Sub-Saharan Africa. Recent work examines UN Security Council member states' roles and machine learning applications in impact evaluation. Articles highlight themes like UN peacekeeping effectiveness, gender inclusion in peace processes, and post-conflict justice mechanisms.

Awards:

• 2012 NYU Excellence in Teaching Award

Dr. Chang's advising and grants focus on UN policy design and gender-sensitive conflict resolution. She collaborates with institutions like the UN Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs and the Peace Research Institute Oslo (PRIO). Current projects explore UN Security Council dynamics and innovative evaluation techniques.