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Patrick Meehan is a Lecturer in Peace Conflict Studies at the Humanitarian Conflict Response Institute. He joined HCRI in January 2024 and previously held positions in the Department of Development Studies at SOAS University of London as well as post-doctoral fellowships at the University of Warwick. His research primarily explores the drivers of armed conflict and the relationship between violence and development, emphasizing conflict resolution and peacebuilding. Meehan's work integrates theory, policy, and practice to support communities in conflict-affected areas, focusing on stabilizing large-scale conflicts and long-term peacebuilding efforts. He has conducted extensive fieldwork in Myanmar’s borderland regions and is engaged in examining the intersections of various social dynamics, including gender, youth, and class. His research also critically assesses the impacts of climate change and the dynamics of illicit economies, particularly in relation to the drug trade and resource frontiers in Southeast Asia. Moreover, Meehan collaborates closely with civil society organizations and has experience working with government and international partners on issues related to armed conflict and environmental protection.
Humanitarian Conflict Response Institute, University of Manchester • Manchester, England
Lecturer focusing on Peace Conflict Studies.
Department of Development Studies, SOAS University of London • London, England
Conducted post-doctoral research and taught courses related to development studies.
Includes MSc in Advanced Electrical Power Systems and MSc in Communications and Signal Processing.