Dr. Munir Zamir is a Visiting Research Fellow at the University of South Wales' International Centre for Policing and Security. He previously completed a PhD under Prof. Christian Kaunert's supervision at USW. As a creative writer, poet, and musician based in London, he is also a Senior Strategist at M&C Saatchi World Services, specializing in counter-terrorism. Since 2006, Munir has worked with national and international agencies, delivering interventions for vulnerable and radicalized individuals and providing training on extremist narratives. He holds an MSc in Terrorism Studies and has over 20 years of experience in youth engagement, education, and civil society. Munir has advised key international organizations such as NATO, the UN, and the UK Home Office.
Prof. Dr. Christian Kaunert is Professor of International Security at Dublin City University and Director of the International Centre for Policing and Security at the University of South Wales. He has previously held positions at Vrije Universiteit Brussel, the University of Dundee, and the European University Institute. Prof. Kaunert has taught and researched at universities worldwide and has been an expert for organizations such as NATO, the EU, and the UN. He holds seven Marie Curie Fellowships and has received numerous prestigious grants, including Horizon 2020. He is the Editor of the Journal of Contemporary European Studies and serves on the editorial boards of other leading journals. Prof. Kaunert holds a PhD in International Politics and an MSc in European Politics.