معرفی
Morwari Zafar is an Adjunct Associate Professor at Georgetown University's Center for Security Studies (CSS) and founder of The Sentient Group, a research and training consulting firm. Her work bridges cultural anthropology with U.S. national security strategies, focusing on the application of cultural knowledge in military and defense training programs.
Education:
- PhD in Anthropology, University of Oxford
- MA in Anthropology, George Washington University
- BA in English, University of Puget Sound
Research Interests: Specializes in human security dynamics, irregular warfare, and the intersection of culture with military operations. Investigates topics such as American militias, gun rights activism, and South Asian migration patterns. Utilizes ethnographic methods to explore how cultural factors influence conflict and security policies.
Awards:
- Next Generation National Security Leaders Fellow (CNAS, 2016)
- Fellow-in-Residence at Oxford's Rothermere American Institute (2022)
Professional Activities: Advises on defense sector cultural competency programs and leads training initiatives through The Sentient Group. Conducts fieldwork on militarized communities and transnational security challenges.