SHARMIN CHOWDHURY biography
Sharmin Chowdhury is a distinguished Visiting Faculty in the Department of Political Science. She brings a wealth of academic and research experience to her role, with a focus on critical issues in international relations and humanitarian law.
Sharmin is currently pursuing her PhD at Diamond Harbour Women's University, where she is researching the applicability of International Humanitarian Law to Non-International Armed Conflicts. Her doctoral research aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of how international legal frameworks apply to conflicts that do not involve traditional state actors but have significant humanitarian implications. This work is crucial in understanding and addressing the legal and ethical challenges posed by modern warfare.
She completed her M.Phil in Political Science from Jadavpur University, focusing on "Atrocity Crimes and the Responsibility to Protect." This research explored the international community's obligation to prevent and respond to severe human rights violations, a topic that remains highly relevant in today's global political landscape. Her M.Phil work laid the foundation for her ongoing research interests and established her as a scholar committed to addressing some of the most pressing issues in international relations and humanitarian law.
Sharmin's areas of research are diverse and impactful. They include atrocity crimes, international criminal law, and the refugee crisis. Her work in these areas addresses critical questions about justice, accountability, and the protection of vulnerable populations in times of conflict and displacement. She has a particular interest in how international legal mechanisms can be used to prevent and respond to mass atrocities and the challenges of implementing these mechanisms in practice.
Best Skills
- Research and Analysis: Extensive experience in conducting in-depth research on complex issues in international relations, humanitarian law, and political science.
- International Humanitarian Law: Expertise in the legal frameworks governing armed conflicts, particularly non-international armed conflicts, and the application of these frameworks in real-world scenarios.
- Atrocity Crimes and Responsibility to Protect: Deep understanding of international legal and ethical obligations to prevent and respond to atrocity crimes, including genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity.
- International Criminal Law: Knowledge of the mechanisms and challenges of international criminal justice, including the prosecution of atrocity crimes and the role of international courts and tribunals.
- Refugee Crisis: Insight into the causes and consequences of forced displacement, the legal protections available to refugees, and the challenges of implementing these protections.
- Academic Writing and Presentation: Proficient in producing scholarly articles, papers, and presentations that communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively to academic and professional audiences.
- Project Management: Experience in managing research projects, including coordinating with team members, organizing events, and ensuring the timely completion of project objectives.
- Public Speaking: Strong communication skills, with the ability to present research findings and engage with audiences at seminars, conferences, and other academic events.
- Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze complex issues, identify key challenges, and propose innovative solutions based on thorough research and critical analysis.
