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The photo shows a large crowd of standing women stretching far back. They are all facing in the same direction and some hold plackards. Many of the women are smiling and chatting to each other. The scene looks convivial.

Photographing peace around the world

Using photography to resist violence and transform conflict across Colombia, Nepal, Rwanda, Northern Ireland and more

Edinburgh University Press
September 15, 2026

Silhouette of a bird perched on coiled razor wire atop a fence, with the sun setting behind it, casting a warm orange glow across the sky.

Agonistic memory in protracted conflicts

Q&A with Lisa Strömbom, author of the book Agonistic Memory and Peace. Colombia, Northern Ireland and Israel-Palestine.

Edinburgh University Press
March 31, 2026