Is it really true that a country with a youthful population is prone to conflict over peace? What can we learn from young people who have experienced both, and how can we empower them to take even bigger strides towards a more peaceful future?

In this podcast, Dr Michaelina Jakala from the Centre for Peace and Security at Coventry University explores case studies from a range of different countries that will challenge the way you think about the role young people play in peace and conflict. In a series of conversations with young people, practitioners and academics, Dr Jakala asks what we can learn from the experiences of child soldiers in Bosnia, from Generation 2000 – the Kurdish Millennials who’ve come of age in the aftermath of the US invasion of Iraq, and from the actions of young Colombians following the signing of the 2016 Peace Agreement.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast series are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Centre for Peace and Security.

The project and podcast is generously funded by the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust

Host: Dr Michaelina Jakala, Centre for Peace and Security, Coventry University

Producer: Catherine McDonald, Research Podcasts

Editor: Anton Jarvis, Research Podcasts

Artwork and audiograms: Lauren White, Research Podcasts

Music: Maryan D, Pixabay

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