Rhys Kelly

Rhys Kelly is an Associate Professor in Conflict Resolution at the University of Bradford's Department of Peace Studies and International Development. His work integrates learning processes into conflict resolution, climate change adaptation, and community engagement, emphasizing peace education and social justice. He leads research projects funded by UKRI, focusing on coastal communities' resilience and climate adaptation.

His research interests include:

• Conflict resolution and transitional justice
• Climate change and ecological crises
• Community engagement strategies
• Resilience-building in uncertain contexts
• Critical pedagogy in peace education
• Intersections of environmental change and conflict

The publications and projects linked to his work reflect themes of social learning, climate adaptation, and applied conflict resolution. His contributions to national policy via community engagement with agencies like the Environment Agency have influenced UK climate strategies.