Dr Jasmine-Kim Westendorf is a Lecturer in International Relations at La Trobe University, Melbourne. Her research focuses on conflict and peace studies, negotiated peace processes, international approaches to peacebuilding, the politics of international law and international organisations, and the role of women in peace and war.
Jasmine has conducted policy and research work for a range of NGOs including the International Women’s Development Agency, World Vision, ActionAid, and is a frequent commentator on peace processes, Australian foreign policy and development for a number of Australian print and broadcast media. She is the author of [Why Peace Processes Fail: Negotiating Insecurity After Civil War](https://www.rienner.com/title/Why_Peace_Processes_Fail_Negotiating_Insecurity_After_Civil_War).
