My research agenda largely looks at the tools international actors have to mitigate civil conflict, whether that be cooperation or sanctions.
Monkey Cage ↗
Can ECOWAS return Burkina Faso to civilian rule despite protests against the organization?
Working Papers
“What explains variation in cooperation between IOs in conflict management?” Under Review
“Who is the IO?” with Jessica Braithwaite, Susanna Campbell, and Sarah von Billerbeck
“Gendered Networks of Influence and Cooperation Among Women’s Organizations in Conflict-Affected Countries.” with Carly Millard and Jessica Braithwaite
“What explains tactic persistence in self-determination groups?” with Kathleen Gallagher Cunningham and Michael Cowan.
In Print
Cunningham, D., Fleishman, M., and White, P. (2025). International economic sanctions and conflict prevention in self-determination disputes. Journal of Peace Research. https://doi.org/10.1177/00223433251317460
Breslawski, J., Cunningham, D., & Fleishman, M. (2023). Regional approaches to conflict prevention: The effectiveness of rhetorical and diplomatic tools. Conflict Management and Peace Science. https://doi.org/10.1177/07388942231209730
