Professor Dr. Kristen Aanstoos

Biography

Kristen Aanstoos is an Assistant Professor of Teaching in the Department of Political Science and International Relations at the University of Southern California. Her research focuses on the role of women and gender in peace processes and political security outcomes in post-conflict states. She has published work related to military learning, geopolitical conflicts, supply chains in East Asia, and public opinion on illegal immigration policies during economic recessions. Kristen teaches courses on gender in international relations, conflict and peace processes, and international organizations. She is currently working on a dissertation that examines the effects of women's participation in peace processes on their political empowerment in post-conflict states. One of her major book projects investigates the outcomes of transitional justice programs and levels of gender-based violence in post-conflict contexts. Kristen's research interests include the Women, Peace, and Security agenda, gender politics, conflict resolution, and international negotiations.

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