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Dr. Jasmine Bhatia is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Social Sciences at Birkbeck, University of London, and Programme Director for the MSc in War and Humanitarianism. She holds a Doctorate in Politics from the University of Oxford, alongside degrees from the Fletcher School (Tufts University), the London School of Economics, and the University of Calgary. Her professional experience includes over a decade of work in conflict-affected regions, particularly Afghanistan and the Middle East, with roles as a consultant for the UN, European Institute of Peace, and World Economic Forum.
Her research focuses on civil wars, illicit economies, governance, and violent extremism in fragile states. Notable projects include postdoctoral work on conflict, illicit drugs, and development in Colombia, Myanmar, and Afghanistan. Key research themes include the intersection of drug policy, peacebuilding, and development, as well as gender dynamics in conflict zones.
Her publications span topics like Afghan governance structures, illicit drug economies, and experimental studies on AI's labor market impacts. She has contributed to policy-relevant research through initiatives like the EU and UK-funded development projects. Awards and grants are not explicitly listed but her extensive consultancy work suggests strong institutional recognition.
Bhatia’s academic leadership includes directing the MSc War and Humanitarianism program, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to conflict studies. She collaborates with global institutions and has authored/co-authored works in journals like Comparative Political Studies and Third World Quarterly.
