Stefan Wolff
Professor | Global Conflict Resolution & Political Negotiation
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Stefan Wolff is Professor of International Security at the University of Birmingham. Recognized as a leading expert on ethnic conflict and civil wars, Wolff has authored over 30 books and advised governments and international organizations on conflict management and resolution. His TED talk on negotiating peaceful settlements in global hotspots has reached millions, offering audiences practical frameworks for resolving complex political disputes through dialogue and compromise.
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The path to ending ethnic conflicts
Civil wars and ethnic conflicts have brought the world incredible suffering, but Stefan Wolff's figures show that, in the last 20 years, their number has steadily decreased. He extracts critical lessons from Northern Ireland, Liberia, Timor and more to show that leadership, diplomacy and institutional design are our three most effective weapons in waging peace.
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