Erin Jessee

Dr Erin Jessee is a Senior Lecturer in History at the University of Glasgow, specializing in genocide studies, transitional justice, and Rwandan/African history. Her research focuses on oral history methodologies, the politics of memory, and symbolic violence in post-genocide contexts. She has conducted extensive fieldwork in Rwanda and other conflict-affected regions, exploring themes such as perpetrator narratives, gender dynamics, and cultural heritage revitalization. Her work bridges historical scholarship with ethical considerations in qualitative research, particularly in high-risk environments.

Key projects include the 'Reviving Rwandan Cultural Heritage Studies' initiative and co-editing handbooks on oral history and the 1994 Rwandan genocide. She frequently engages with policy, addressing issues like reconciliation and forensic investigations. Her teaching and workshops emphasize advanced qualitative methods, including navigating psychological harm and legal responsibilities in oral history.

Her publications span peer-reviewed articles, edited volumes, and policy briefs, with a focus on Rwanda’s post-genocide memory landscapes and the intersection of gender with mass atrocities. She has presented globally at conferences like the International Association of Genocide Scholars and the Oral History Association.