Dr. Kieran Mitton

Biography

Kieran Mitton is a Reader at King's College London, specializing in the field of Conflict, Security, and Development. He serves as the Research Director of the Conflict, Security & Development Research Group, and co-chairs the Africa Research Group. Kieran has extensive experience in conducting field research on violence, youth marginality, and has worked in various contexts including Sierra Leone, Brazil, and South Africa. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Politics and Philosophy from the University of York, and an MA, MRes, and PhD from King's College London. Kieran’s work often involves collaboration with international organizations and policy-making entities, providing insights and commentary on contemporary political developments and violence. He has engaged in multiple research projects, including a British Academy-funded project focused on youth gangs in Sierra Leone. Kieran is also an advocate for a multidisciplinary approach to urban violence, aiming to understand and address the complexities of conflict through comprehensive analysis and policy innovation.

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