Publications

This study provides a comprehensive analysis of ombuds institutions and their relevance for francophone armed forces in sub-Saharan Africa. In particular, the text’s authors discuss...chevron_right

This study, which updates the one previously done in 2014, takes stock of the legal framework that’s required to facilitate effective security sector governance (SSG) in Georgia. In particular, the text’s author...chevron_right

This paper looks at the problem of domestic violence in Bosnia and Herzegovina and how the country’s judiciary might deal with the predicament more effectively. More specifically, the text 1) provides a working definition of domestic violence and examines...chevron_right

This paper provides a detailed comparison between the best practices contained in the Montreux Document and the principles contained in the International Code of Conduct for Private Security Service P...chevron_right

This publication takes stock of the recent legislative-legal reforms pursued by Ukraine in order to blunt internal corruption. More specifically, the authors discuss 1) the maneuvering that has led to...chevron_right

Ukraine's recent political troubles have revealed significant gaps in the democratic civilian control of the country’s security sector. This publication highlights the steps that must be taken to clos...chevron_right

This issue of the Journal explores terrorist activities around the world and the strategies being pursued by the UK, Turkey and the US in order to address them. The text’s articles specifically focus on 1) the quantitative research that’s been done on jihadists who...chevron_right

Because the Indian Army has been involved in counterinsurgency (CI) operations since the mid-1950s, it knows a thing or two about operating in the “sub-conventional domain.” Today, Vivek Chadha delves into the lessons the Army has learned about the doctrinal, organizational and procedural dimensions of human rights in its CI campaigns.chevron_right

This RESI issue focuses on 1) US defense continuities from the 1970s, which saw the introduction of the Revolution in Military Affairs, up through 2030, which may usher in a new revolution; 2) whether Mexico’s war on drugs (2006-2012) – in legal terms – qualified as...chevron_right

This PRISM issue maps out the critical relationships that exist between women, peace, and security. The text's articles particularly zero in on...chevron_right

This volume features 17 articles and a lengthy conclusion which analyze a variety of military interventions with two goals in mind – 1) to understand in a more thorough, three-dimensional way the dynamics of illicit power and state weakness, and 2) to use this knowledge in order to prevent or resolve armed conflicts. While exploring their case studies...chevron_right

There's no question that the Westphalian rules-based system is being gravely challenged by the convergence of three illicit networks – i.e., those that are made up of terrorists, insurgents, and transnational criminals. This text focuses on the latter group and the attempts of special operations forces to blunt their activities.chevron_right

In this summary article, Michelle Hughes elaborates on the large, in-depth volume that’s entitled “Impunity: Countering Illicit Power in War and Transition.” The text combs through multiple case studies in order to determine how the US and other nations can better understand and confront sources of illicit power, particularly in relation to 1) operational environments; 2) accountability and the rule of law; 3) institution building; and 4) security sector reform.chevron_right

This brief explores the impact security forces have in determining the duration and success of nonviolent campaigns for political change. The text’s authors ultimately observe that 1) security forces often play a critical role in determining...chevron_right

Nonviolent resistance has been a surprisingly effective method of political change and its use has spread around the world. This brief highlights some of the recent developments in this form of defiance, including a puzzling and sudden decline in...chevron_right