Shelli’s research focuses on women and conflict processes, insurgent-civilian relations, and post-conflict development. Specifically, she researches the ways conflict affects and is affected by women, and the role of women’s organizations in conflict and peace-building processes.

Israelsen, S.J.P. (2025). Repression and Alliance Formation: A Gender (ed) Approach to Interethnic Cooperation During Conflict. Global Society, pp.1-21. doi.org/10.1080/13600826.2025.2451619

Israelsen, S.J.P. (2018). Why Now? Timing Rebel Recruitment of Female Combatants. Studies in Conflict and Terrorism, 43 (7), 123-144. doi: 10.1080/1057610X.2018.1445500

Israelsen, S.J.P. (2018). Women in Charge: The Effect of Rebel Governance and Women’s Organizations on Karen Women’s Political Participation. Civil Wars, 20 (3), 379-407. doi: 10.1080/13698249.2018.1497315