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Berndt Michael Schulz is a Professor in Peace Development Research at the School of Global Studies, University of Gothenburg. His research interests encompass democratization processes, civil society, and various resistance strategies across contexts including the Middle East. He examines civil resistance, conflict management, and peacebuilding in war-torn societies. Since 2011, he has been involved in a research program funded by the Swedish Research Council focusing on the influences of globalization and democracy advocates within civil societies of the Global South. Currently, he leads another project centered around mass mobilization and its role in democratization efforts within the Arab region. His previous research includes significant studies on governance strategies of the Palestinian Authority and the Hamas movement. Schulz teaches multiple courses across undergraduate and graduate levels, particularly in areas related to conflict resolution, development studies, and international relations. He has published extensively on themes of resistance and democracy promotion, contributing to various academic journals and edited volumes. His academic work is complemented by supervisorial responsibilities overseeing students at BA, MA, and PhD levels.
Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).